Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
235-023-7/12057-74-8
Name of the chemical
Magnesium phosphide; Trimagnesium diphosphide
Concentration
66%
General Information
Revision date
2020-05-20
Product name
MAGTOXIN - 100G & 1KG PACKS
Product Synonyms
MAGNESIUM PHOSPHIDE
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
FUMIGANT
supplier name
PHARMOCHEM CO
Emergency telephone
+64 9 915 3332
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
PHARMOCHEM CO
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
pharmochem@boma.co.nz
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H260, H300, H316, H319, H330, H370, H400, H431
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H260
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO NZ ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AUTHORITY CRITERIA
Physical hazards
4.3A - Solids that emit flammable gas when in contact with water: High hazard
Health hazards
6.1A - Substances that are acutely toxic: Inhalation 6.1B - Substances that are acutely toxic: Oral 6.3B - Substances that are mildly irritating to the skin 6.4A - Substances that are irritating to the eye 6.9A - Substances that are toxic to human target organs or systems: Single (Inhalation)
Environmental hazards
9.1A - Substances that are very ecotoxic in the aquatic environment 9.3A - Substances that are very ecotoxic to terrestrial vertebrates
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard statements
H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. H300 Fatal if swallowed. H316 Causes mild skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H330 Fatal if inhaled. H370 Causes damage to organs. H400 Very toxic to aquatic life. H431 Very toxic to terrestrial vertebrates.
Prevention
P103 Read label before use. P223 Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire. P231 + P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P284 Wear respiratory protection.
Response
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P307 + P311 IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. P320 Specific treatment is urgent - see first aid instructions. P330 Rinse mouth. P331 Do NOT induce vomiting. P332 + P337 + P313 If skin or eye irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P335 + P334 Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use appropriate media for extinction. P391 Collect spillage.
Storage
P402 + P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Disposal
None allocated.
2.3 Other hazards
Contact with water liberates very toxic, highly flammable phosphine gas.