Magnesium Chloride Pellet/Flake

Hazard statements (CLP)

H315, H319, H335

Code

Statements

H315

Causes skin irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Directive 1999/45/EC: EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Product definition

This product is a white solid, flake or pellet, with no odor

Health hazards

Exposure to this product may cause irritation to eyes. Prolonged contact may cause skin irritation May cause respiratory tract irritation. Flammability Hazards: This product is a non-flammable solid. Reactivity Hazards: None known

Environmental hazards

The Environmental effects of this product have not been investigated. Release of this product is not expected to have significant adverse effects in the aquatic environment. US DOT SYMBOLS

Classification according to GHS

Skin Irritant Category 2 Eye Irritant Category 2A STOT SE Category 3

Precautionary statements

H315: Causes skin irritation P261: Avoid breathing fume/mist/vapors/spray. H319: Causes serious eye irritation P264: Wash skin after handling. H335: May cause respiratory irritation P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection. EU HAZARD CLASSIFICATION OF INGREDIENTS PER DIRECTIVE 1999/45/EC: [Xi] Irritant R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes S45: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical attention immediately, 2.3 HEALTH HAZARDS OR RISKS FROM EXPOSURE: SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE BY ROUTE OF EXPOSURE: The most significant routes of exposure for this product are by inhalation, skin contact, eye contact or ingestion. ACUTE: INHALATION: Inhalation may be irritating to the respiratory tract. CONTACT WITH SKIN: Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin irritation. EYE CONTACT: Contact may irritate the eyes, resulting in redness or watering. INGESTION: Ingestion of a large quantity may cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea and vomiting. CHRONIC: None known TARGET ORGANS Acute Eyes, Skin, Respiratory System Chronic: None Known

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

EUROPEAN UNION DIRECTIVES: This product does meet the definition of a hazardous substance or preparation as defined by 29 CFR 1910. 1200 AND the European Union Council Directives 67/548/EEC, 1999/45/EC, 1272/2008/EC and subsequent Directives. EU HAZARD CLASSIFICATION OF INGREDIENTS PER DIRECTIVE 1272/2008/EC: Index Number: CAS# 7791-81-6 is not listed in ESIS Substances not listed either individually or in group entries must be self classified. Component(s) Contributing to Classification(s) Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate