Magnesium (Turnings)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H228, H250, H261, H315, H319, H335

Code

Statements

H228

Flammable solid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H228 Flammable solid. H250 Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air. H261 In contact with water releases flammable gas. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. P222 Do not allow contact with air. P223 Do not allow contact with water. P231 + P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment. P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.

Response

P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P335 + P334 Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/ wrap in wet bandages. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. 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. P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. P422 Store contents under inert gas.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Other hazards

None known

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable solids : Category 1 Pyrophoric solids : Category 1 Chemicals which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases : Category 2 Skin irritation : Category 2 Eye irritation : Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure : Category 3 (Respiratory system)