Magnesium,turnings

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

Flammable solids: Category 2 Flammable solid. Vapor/air mixture may explode.

Health hazards

Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Respiratory tract irritation Category 3

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment - long-term hazard: Category 4 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not applicable/Out of classification/Not classifiable

Hazard statements

Flammable solid Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life

Prevention

Avoid release to the environment. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves and face protection. Wear eye protection/face protection.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media other than water for extinction. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation.