General Information
Revision date
2013-01-09
Product name
Magnesium Metal Powder
CAS No.
7439-95-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For Educational Use Only
Manufacturer Name
Columbus Chemical Industries, Inc
Emergency telephone
CHEMTREC - 800-424-9300 or 703-527-3887 (24 Hours/Day, 7 Days/Week
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Company Information
company name
Columbus Chemical Industries, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H251, H260
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H251
Self-heating; may catch fire
Section 2
2.3 Other hazards
Water reactive, Target organ effect Target Organs: Central nervous system, Kidney, Cardiovascular system. Vesicant
Signal word
Danger
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Self-heating substances Category 1 Substances, which in contact with water, emit flammable gases Category 1
Hazard statements
H251 Self-heating: may catch fire. H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
Precautionary statements
P223 Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire. P231 + P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P235 + P410 Keep cool. Protect from sunlight. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction. P422 Store contents under inert gas.
Potential health effects
Eyes May cause eye irritation. Inhalation May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Skin May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation. Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed.
HMIS® ratings
Health 2 Health 1 Flammability 1 Fire 3 Reactivity 1 Reactivity 2 Specific hazard W Personal E
