General Information
Version
8.10
Revision date
2025-07-30
Product name
Magnesium powder particle size about 0.06- 0.3mm
CAS No.
7439-95-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Reagent for analysis, Chemical production
1.2.2. Uses advised against
The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300, +1-703- 527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H250, H260
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H250
Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Other hazards
None known
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H250 Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air. H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P222 Do not allow contact with air. P223 Do not allow contact with water. P231 Handle and store contents under inert gas. P231 + P232 Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P302 + P335 + P334 IF ON SKIN: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water. particles from skin. Immerse in cool water or wrap in wet bandages. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use sand to extinguish.
Storage
P402 + P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Pyrophoric solids : Category 1 Chemicals which, in : Category 1 contact with water, emit flammable gases Other hazards
