Magnesium Powder

Physical hazards

Flammable solids Category 1 Pyrophoric solids Category 1 Self-heating substances and mixtures Category 1 Substances and mixtures which, in contact Category 1 with water, emit flammable gases

Health hazards

Not classified.

Environmental hazards

Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air. In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Do not allow contact with air. Do not allow contact with water. Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire. Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. Keep cool. Protect from sunlight. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.

Response

Specific treatment (see this label). If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.

Storage

Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Maintain air gap between stacks/pallets. Store away from other materials. Store contents under appropriate liquid or inert gas.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

For further information, please contact the Product Stewardship Department at +1.800.862.4118.