General Information
Version
5
Revision date
2024-03-28
Product name
Magnesium slug
Product Synonyms
Magnesium metal (ribbons/turnings)
CAS No.
7439-95-4
Emergency telephone
1-800-234-7437, 001-800-227-6701, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Flammable solid Self-heating in large quantities; may catch fire In contact with water releases flammable gas
Prevention
Keep container tightly closed Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Do not allow contact with water Keep cool. Protect from sunlight Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture
Response
IF ON SKIN: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water or wrap in wet bandages In case of fire: Use fire-fighting equipment on basis class D to extinguish In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion
Storage
Maintain air gap between stacks/pallets Store away from other materials Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container Store bulk masses at temperatures not exceeding manufacturer recommendations Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Flammable solids Category 1 Self-heating substances and mixtures Category 2 Gas(es) = Hydrogen Substances/mixtures which, in contact with water, emit Category 2 flammable gases
