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General Information
Revision date
2018-04-27
Product name
MAGNESIUM OXIDE
Product Synonyms
Magcal; Magchem 100 Maglite D Magox 85 90 95 98; Amtrade Starmag 150 (Codes 322255 & 322257) 20
Chemical name
magnesium oxide
CAS No.
83897-85-2);
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
much MgO is added, the cement may become expansive. MgO is a relatively poor desiccant, but because it neutralizes sulfur oxide acids created by oxidation of Kraft-processed papers, it is used by many libraries for preserving books. In medicine, magnesium oxide is used for relief of heartburn and sour stomach, as an antacid, magnesium supplement, and as a short-term laxative. It is also used to improve symptoms of indigestion
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Company Information
company name
ALPHA CHEMICALS PTY LTD
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
shane@alphachem.com.au
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H315, H317, H319, H335, H341
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H315
Causes skin irritation
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the WHS Regulations and the ADG Code. ChemWatch Hazard Ratings Min Max Flammability 0 Toxicity 1 0 = Minimum Body Contact 2 1 = Low Reactivity 0 2 = Moderate 3 = High Chronic 2 4 = Extreme Poisons Schedule Not Applicable Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2, Skin Sensitizer Category 1, Eye Irritation Category 2A, Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure [1] Category 3 (respiratory tract irritation), Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2 Legend: 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HCIS; 3. Classification drawn from Regulation (EU) No 1272/2008 - Annex VI
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H315 Causes skin irritation. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fumes. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
Response
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider/if you feel unwell. P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
Storage
P405 Store locked up. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation.
