MAGNESIUM RIBBON

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency overview Solid. Metal ribbon. Silvery-white. Odorless. Thin sheet, chips and shavings can be ignited at temperatures near 950°F (510°C) and can burn with intense heat and brilliant white light. Dust and fines from processing may be ignitable. Explosion/fire hazards may be present when (See Sections 5, 7 and 10 for additional information): • Heavily concentrated dust clouds are dispersed in the air. • Molten metal is in contact with water/moisture. Dust and fumes from processing: Can cause irritation of the eyes, skin and upper respiratory tract. Dust and fumes from welding or elevated temperature processing Acute overexposures Can cause metal fume fever. Direct viewing of magnesium fires may result in eye injury.

Potential health effects

The following statements summarize the health effects generally expected in cases of overexposures. User specific situations should be assessed by a qualified individual. Additional health information can be found in Section 11. Eyes Dust and fume from processing Can cause irritation. Skin Dust and fumes from processing Can cause irritation. Inhalation Dust and fumes from mechanical processing Can cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract and metal fume fever. Dust and fumes from welding or elevated temperature processing Acute overexposures Can cause metal fume fever (nausea, chills, fever, shortness of breath and malaise) Carcinogenicity and Reproductive Hazard Does not present any cancer or reproductive hazards. Medical conditions aggravated by exposure to product Dust and fume from processing: Asthma, chronic lung disease, and skin rashes.