General Information
Version
11
Revision date
2025-12-20
Product name
Magnesium
Product Synonyms
No information available
CAS No.
7439-95-4
Emergency telephone
001-800-227-6701, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific Company
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
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May form combustible dust concentrations in air In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air
Prevention
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Do not allow contact with air Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not allow contact with water Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture Skin IF ON SKIN: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water or wrap in wet bandages Fire In case of fire: Use fire-fighting equipment on basis class D to extinguish
Storage
Store under an inert atmosphere Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
None identified
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Category 1 flammable gases Pyrophoric solids Category 1 Combustible dust Yes Label Elements Signal Word
