Magnesium

Hazard statements (CLP)

H228, H251, H261

Code

Statements

H228

Flammable solid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview Emergency Warning! Flammable solid. Water-reactive. Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases. May cause eye and skin irritation. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Inhalation of fumes may cause metal fume fever. Air sensitive

Hazard statements

H228 Flammable solid H251 Self-heating; may catch fire H261 In contact with water releases flammable gases

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking P223 Keep away from possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire. P335&378: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages P402&P404: Store in dry place. Store in a closed container. Respnse P370&P378 In case of fire - Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistent foam for extinction Appearance/Form: Form: Solid Color: Silver grey solid Odor: None Hazard Summary: Flammable solid. Water reactive. Not considered a health hazard in the form sold.

Potential Acute Health Effects

Skin: May cause skin irritation. Eyes: Contact may cause eye irritation. Ingestion: Low ingestion hazard in normal use. Inhalation: May cause respiratory irritation. Chronic Exposure: Inhaltion of dusts or fumes may irritate the respiratory tract and may cause metal fume fever. Symptoms may include coughing, chest pain, fever, and leukocytosis. May cause abdominal pain and diarrhea. Skin contact: Particles embedded in the skin may cause eruptions. Aggravated Medical Existing wounds contaminated with magnesium are very slow to heal. Conditions: Carcinogenicity: No effect known