Barium Chloride (BaCl2, CAS 10361-37-2) is a white, water-soluble salt usually stored as a clear solution. It is toxic if swallowed. It is used to remove sulfate from brine in chlor-alkali plants, and in pigments, heat-treating salts, PVC stabilizers and laboratory analysis. Barium chloride solution tanks should be clearly labeled and kept separate from sulfates and acids. Use the compatibility ratings to choose the right tank resin, fittings and gaskets.
Safety data: Barium Chloride Solution Safety Data Sheet (SDS) – Chemical Products Corp.
HDPE is the most economical tank material for Barium Chloride, rated Excellent. Polypropylene, nylon and PVDF (Kynar®) are also rated Good or better. Avoid aluminum hardware.
How Barium Chloride works with the plastics used to make our storage tanks.
| Material | Relative cost | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HDPE $ | $$$$ | A Excellent |
| Polypropylene $$ | $$$$ | A Excellent |
| Nylon $$$ | $$$$ | A Excellent |
| PVDF (Kynar®) $$$$ | $$$$ | A Excellent |
How Barium Chloride works with the plastics used for tank fittings.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| HDPE | A Excellent |
| PVC | A Excellent |
| CPVC | A Excellent |
| Polypropylene | A Excellent |
| PVDF | A Excellent |
How Barium Chloride works with gasket and O-ring materials.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buna-N | A Excellent |
| EPDM | A Excellent |
| Viton® | A Excellent |
How Barium Chloride works with the metals used for fittings and bolts.
| Material | Rating |
|---|---|
| 316 Stainless Steel | A Excellent |
| Hastelloy | B Good |
| Titanium | A Excellent |
| Aluminum | D Not Recommended |
Storing this chemical in PVDF?
PVDF tanks from 25 to 5,000 gallons with fittings installed. Confirm concentration and temperature with us before you order.
Send the chemical, concentration, temperature and size. We’ll match the tank and fittings and send a quote.