MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Trade Name: Magnesium Nitride Chemical Family: Metal Nitride
Formula: Mg3N2 Molecular Weight: 100.93
CAS #: 12057-71-5
II HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Magnesium Fluoride ACGIH PEL/TLV: N/A Other Limits: N/E
Sec.302 (EHS): No Sec.304 RQ: No Sec.313: No Percent: 100
III PHYSICAL DATA
700 oC 800 oC
Boiling Point: Melting Point:
Specific Gravity: 2.712 Solubility in Water: Decomposes
Appearance and Odor: Green-yellow powder, no odor. Physical States: Solid
IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS DATA
Flash Point (Method used): N/A (non-flammable) Autoignition Temperature: N/A
Flammable Limits: Non-flammable Upper: N/A Lower: N/A
Extinguishing Media: N/A. Use extinguishing media for surrounding materials and type of fire.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters must wear full face, self-contained breathing apparatus with full protective clothing
to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Fumes from fire are hazardous. Isolate runoff to prevent environmental pollution.
Unusual Fire & Explosion: When heated to decomposition, magnesium nitride may emit toxic fumes of magnesium oxide and
ammonia. May be a moderate explosion hazard.
V HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Routes of Entry: Inhalation, skin, eyes, and ingestion.
Health Hazards (acute and chronic):
To the best of our knowledge the chemical, physical and toxicological properties of magnesium nitride have not been
thoroughly investigated and recorded.
Magnesium compounds have variable toxicity. There is no evidence that magnesium produces true systemic poisoning.
Protection necessary for personal handling and processing magnesium is usually no different from that which is necessary for other
metals (Sax, Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials, 8th ed.).
Nitrides: The details of the toxicity of nitrides as a group are unknown. However, many nitrides react with moisture to
evolve ammonia. The gas is an irritant to the mucous membranes (Sax, Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials, 8 th ed.).
Ammonia gas is a human poison by an unspecified route. Poison by inhalation, ingestion, and possibly other routes. An eye,
mucous membrane, and systemic irritant by inhalation. Mutation data reported (Sax, Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials, 8th
ed.).
Ingestion: Acute: Ammonia gas may cause nausea, vomiting and burns.
Chronic: No chronic health effects recorded.
Skin: Acute: May cause irritation. Ammonia gas may cause severe irritation and possible chemical burns.
Chronic: Repeated or prolonged exposure to ammonia gas may cause tissue damage.
Eyes: Acute: May cause irritation. Ammonia gas may cause severe irritation and possible chemical burns.
Chronic: Repeated or prolonged exposure to ammonia gas may cause irreversible damage to the conjunctiva, cornea and lens.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Pre-existing respiratory disorders.
Target Organs: May affect the respiratory system, skin and eyes.
Carcinogenicity: NTP? No IARC? No OSHA Regulated? No
LD/LC50: No toxicity data recorded.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure:
Inhalation: May cause coughing, sneezing, difficulty breathing, swelling of the mouth and throat.
Ingestion: May cause tissue damage, chemical burns, nausea and vomiting.
Skin: May cause redness, burning, inflammation, itching, blistering and tissue damage.
Eye: May cause redness, itching, burning, inflammation, watering, lens opacities, ulceration of the conjunctiva and cornea.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INGESTION: Give 1-2 glasses of milk or water and induce vomiting, seek medical attention. Never induce vomiting or give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air, keep warm and quiet, give oxygen if breathing is difficult and seek medical attention.
SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing, brush material off skin, wash affected area with mild soap and water, seek medical attention
immediately.
EYES: Flush eyes with lukewarm water, lifting upper and lower eyelids for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention immediately.
VI REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): Water, moisture, strong acids and bases.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not Occur
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Magnesium oxide and ammonia.
VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled: Wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment specified in
Section VIII- Special Protection Information. Isolate spill area and provide ventilation. Vacuum up spill using a high efficiency
particulate absolute (HEPA) air filter and place in a closed container for proper disposal. Take care not to raise dust.
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose of in accordance with Local, State and Federal regulations.
Hazard Label Information: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly sealed container. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing/Other Precautions: Magnesium nitride evolves ammonia on contact with
moisture and water. Handle and store in a controlled atmosphere and inert gas such as argon.
VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): NIOSH/MSHA approved dust, mist, vapor cartridge respirator.
Ventilation: Local Exhaust: To maintain conc. at low exposure levels. Mechanical (General): Not recommended
Special: Handle in a controlled atmosphere. Other: Handle in an inert atmosphere such as argon.
Protective Gloves: Neoprene Eye Protection: Safety glasses
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Protective gear not necessary for magnesium nitride.
Work/Hygienic/Maintenance Practices: Implement engineering and work practice controls to reduce and maintain concentration of
exposure at low levels. Use good housekeeping and sanitation practices. Do not use tobacco or food in work area. Wash thoroughly
before eating and smoking. Do not blow dust off clothing or skin with compressed air.
IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Some of the chemicals listed herein are research or experimental substances which may be toxic, as defined by various
governmental regulations. In accordance with Environmental Protection Agency regulations and the Toxic Substance Control Act
(TSCA), these materials should only be handled by, or under the direct supervision of a 鈥渢echnically qualified individual鈥?, as defined
in 40 CFR 710.2(aa).
The above information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. However, since, data, safety standards, and government
regulations are subject to change, and the conditions of handling and use or misuse are beyond our control, ESPI makes no warranty,
either expressed or implied, with respect to the completeness or continuing accuracy of the information contained herein, and dis-
claims all liability for reliance thereon. Users should satisfy themselves that they have all current data relevant to their particular use.
Prepared by: S. Dierks
Dated: March 1994
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