General Information
Revision date
2018-01-24
Product name
Magnesium
Product Synonyms
Magnesium metal (ribbons/turnings)
CAS No.
7439-95-4
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Flammable solids Category 1 Self-heating substances and mixtures Category 2 Substances/mixtures which, in contact with water, emit Category 2 flammable gases
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Flammable solid Self-heating in large quantities; may catch fire In contact with water releases flammable gas
Prevention
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Keep cool. Protect from sunlight Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture Skin Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap with wet bandages Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction
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
2.3 Other hazards
None identified
