General Information
Version
8.10
Revision date
2024-03-08
Product name
Magnesium foil
CAS No.
7439-95-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Reagent for analysis 1.4
Emergency telephone
+61 1800 800 097, +61 2 9037 2994
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Company Information
company name
Merck Life Science Pty Ltd
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
customersupport.anz@merckgroup.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H228, H261
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H228
Flammable solid
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable solids (Category 1), H228 Substances and mixtures which in contact with water emit flammable gases (Category 2), H261 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H228 Flammable solid. H261 In contact with water releases flammable gas.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P223 Do not allow contact with water. P231 + P232 Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment. 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. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam 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.
Other hazards
- none
