SIGMA-ALDRICH
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date Printed: 03/15/2005
Date Updated: 04/04/2004
Version 1.4
Section 1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name MAGNESIUM, REAGENTPLUSTM, >=99%,
RIBBON, WIDTH 3 MM, THICKNESS CA.
0.15 MM
Product Number 266302
Brand ALDRICH
Company Sigma-Aldrich
Street Address 3050 Spruce Street
City, State, Zip, Country SAINT LOUIS MO 63103 US
Technical Phone: 314 771 5765
Emergency Phone: 414 273 3850 Ext. 5996
Fax: 800 325 5052
Section 2 - Composition/Information on Ingredient
Substance Name CAS # SARA 313
MAGNESIUM 7439-95-4 No
Formula Mg
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Flammable (USA) Highly Flammable (EU). Irritant.
Reacts violently with water. Contact with water liberates
extremely flammable gases. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system
and skin.
Target organ(s): Kidneys. Central nervous system.
HMIS RATING
HEALTH: 2
FLAMMABILITY: 3
REACTIVITY: 2
SPECIAL HAZARD(S): Water reactive
NFPA RATING
HEALTH: 2
FLAMMABILITY: 3
REACTIVITY: 2
SPECIAL HAZARD(S): Water reactive
For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
ORAL EXPOSURE
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
INHALATION EXPOSURE
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
DERMAL EXPOSURE
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious
amounts of water.
EYE EXPOSURE
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts
of water for at least 15 minutes.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
FLAMMABLE HAZARDS
Flammable Hazards: Yes
EXPLOSION DATA
Dust Potential: This material, like most materials in powder
form, is capable of creating a dust explosion.
CONDITIONS OF FLAMMABILITY
Reacts with water to liberate flammable and/or explosive gas.
FLASH POINT
N/A
AUTOIGNITION TEMP
510 掳C
FLAMMABILITY
N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Use approved class D extinguishers or smother with dry
sand, dry ground limestone, or dry clay.
Unsuitable: Do not use water, foam, or carbon dioxide.
FIREFIGHTING
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus
and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Specific Hazard(s): Flammable solid. Emits toxic fumes under
fire conditions.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE TO BE FOLLOWED IN CASE OF LEAK OR SPILL
Evacuate area. Shut off all sources of ignition.
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and
heavy rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Avoid raising dust. Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste
disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
User Exposure: Avoid breathing dust. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
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STORAGE
Suitable: Keep container closed. Keep away from heat, sparks,
and open flame.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Store under inert gas. Air and moisture sensitive.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls / PPE
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Use nonsparking tools. Mechanical
exhaust required.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory: Government approved respirator.
Hand: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye: Chemical safety goggles.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing before
reuse.
Section 9 - Physical/Chemical Properties
Appearance Physical State: Solid
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
Molecular Weight 24.31 AMU
pH N/A
BP/BP Range N/A
MP/MP Range 648 掳C
Freezing Point N/A
Vapor Pressure 1 mmHg 621 掳C
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
SG/Density 1.738 g/cm3
Bulk Density N/A
Odor Threshold N/A
Volatile% N/A
VOC Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Viscosity N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Partition Coefficient N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Flash Point N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp 510 掳C
Refractive Index N/A
Optical Rotation N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A
N/A = not available
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
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Stable: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: Air. Moisture.
Materials to Avoid: Acids, Strong oxidizing agents, Acid
chlorides, Halogens.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Magnesium oxide.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: Causes eye irritation.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material is irritating to
mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
TARGET ORGAN(S) OR SYSTEM(S)
Central nervous system. Kidneys. Cardiovascular system.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Symptoms of exposure may include burning sensation, coughing,
wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and
vomiting. Other symptoms include chills, fever, malaise, muscle
and joint pain, rash, and anorexia.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an
afterburner and scrubber but exert extra care in igniting as this
material is highly flammable. Observe all federal, state, and
local environmental regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
DOT
Proper Shipping Name: Magnesium [or] Magnesium alloys
[with more than 50 percent magnesium in pellets,
turnings or ribbons]
UN#: 1869
Class: 4.1
Packing Group: Packing Group III
Hazard Label: Flammable solid
PIH: Not PIH
IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Magnesium
IATA UN Number: 1869
Hazard Class: 4.1
Packing Group: III
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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EU DIRECTIVES CLASSIFICATION
Symbol of Danger: F
Indication of Danger: Highly Flammable.
R: 11 15
Risk Statements: Highly flammable. Contact with water liberates
extremely flammable gases.
S: 7/8 43
Safety Statements: Keep container tightly closed and dry. In
case of fire, use special powder for metal fire. Never use water.
US CLASSIFICATION AND LABEL TEXT
Indication of Danger: Flammable (USA) Highly Flammable (EU).
Irritant.
Risk Statements: Reacts violently with water. Contact with water
liberates extremely flammable gases. Irritating to eyes,
respiratory system and skin.
Safety Statements: Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from
sources of ignition - no smoking. Wear suitable protective
clothing. In case of fire, use dry powder. Never use water.
US Statements: Target organ(s): Kidneys. Central nervous system.
UNITED STATES REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA LISTED: No
CANADA REGULATORY INFORMATION
WHMIS Classification: This product has been classified in
accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR, and the MSDS
contains all the information required by the CPR.
DSL: Yes
NDSL: No
Section 16 - Other Information
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2005 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.
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