MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
REAGENTS, INC. CHEM-TREC EMERGENCY NUMBER
704/554-7474 1/800/424-9300
P.O. BOX 240746 DATE PREPARED
CHARLOTTE, NC 28224 September 19, 2000
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SECTION I - GENERAL INFORMATION
Chemical Name: Magnesium Sulfate, 2.25%(w/v)
Catalog Number: 7-24000
Formula: MgSO4 in deionized water.
DOT Shipping Information: Not regulated.
SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Hazardous Component/C.A.S. No. OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
%
Magnesium Sulfate None established
2.25%
(CAS 7487-88-9)
(w/v)
Remainder deionized water.
SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point(oC at 760 mm Hg): Approx. 100OC
Melting Point(oC): Approx. 0OC
Specific Gravity: Approx. 1.02
Vapor Pressure(mm Hg): No information found.
Vapor density(Air=1): No information found.
Evaporation Rate(n-BuAc=1): No information found.
Solubility in Water: Infinitely soluble.
Appearance and Odor: Clear, colorless, odorless liquid.
SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point: Not considered to be a fire hazard.
Flammable Limits: N/A LEL % -- UEL% --
Extinguishing Media: Use any means suitable for
extinguishing surrounding fire.
Fire and Explosion Hazards:
Special Information: In the event of a fire, wear full
protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained
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breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the
pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Unstable: Stable: X
Conditions to Avoid: Stable under ordinary conditions of use
and storage.
Incompatibility(Materials to avoid): No infomation found.
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: Oxides of sulfur may
be emitted when heated to decomposition.
Hazardous Polymerization: May Occur Will Not Occur X
Conditions to Avoid: N/A
SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA(ACUTE AND CHRONIC)
Routes of Entry: Inhalation-x Skin--- Ingestion-x
Health Hazards(Acute and Chronic):
Inhalation: Not expected to be a health hazard.
Ingestion: Large doses may cause gastro-intestinal upset.
Skin Contact: No adverse effects expected.
Eye Contact: No adverse effects expected.
Chronic Exposure: No information found.
Carcinogenicity: NTP-No IARC Monographs-No OSHA-No
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure:
No information found.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Inhalation: Not expected to require first aid measures.
Ingestion: Give several glasses of water to drink to
dilute. If large quatities were ingested, get medical
advice.
Skin Exposure: Wash exposed areas with soap and water. Get
medical advice if irriation develops.
Eye Exposure: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least
15 minutes lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get
medical attention if irritation develops.
SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled:
Absorb liquid spills with dry absorbent. Containerize
unusable material for disposal in an approved waste
facility.
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Waste Disposal Method: Ensure compliance with local, state
and federal regulations.
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing: Protect
against physical damage. Store in tightly closed containers
in a cool, dry well-ventilated location.
Other Precautions: To be used by qualified personnel only.
SECTION VIII - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection(Specify Type): NIOSH-approved. Not
expected to require personal respirator usage.
Ventilation: Not expected to require any special
ventilation.
Eye Protection: Use chemical safety goggles. Contact lenses
should not be worn when working with this material. Maintain
eye wash and quick-drench facilities in work area.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Wear clean body-
covering clothing including gloves to minimize skin
exposure.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Do not eat, drink or smoke in area
of use. Clean up spills promptly. Wash thoroughly after
handling.
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY
The information in this MSDS was obtained from sources which
we believe are reliable. HOWEVER, THE INFORMATION IS
PROVIDED WITHOUT REPRESENTATION OF WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, REGARDING ITS ACCURACY OR CORRECTNESS.
The conditions or methods of handling, storage use and
disposal of this product are beyond our control and may be
beyond our knowledge. FOR THIS AND OTHER REASONS, WE DO NOT
ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, AND EXPRESSLY
DISCLAIM LIABILITY OR LOSS, DAMAGE OR EXPENSE ARISING OUT OF
OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE HANDLING, STORAGE, USE OR
DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT OR THE INFORMATION FURNISHED
THEREWITH.
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