Magnesium Hydroxide SDS MSDS Sheet, Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Magnesium hydroxide
CAS#: 1309-42-8
EINECS EC Number: 215-170-3
Molecular Weight: 58.32
Chemical Formula: Mg(OH)2
Section 2: Hazards Identification
GHS, Globally Harmonized System Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Not a hazardous substance or mixture according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008.
This substance is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
Labeling according to GHS & Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Signal Word: None
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC):
May causes mild skin irritation.
May causes mild eye irritation.
Precautionary statements:
P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P262: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
P281: Use personal protective equipment as required.
P302+P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P303+P361+P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P337+313: If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention.
Section 3: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition Name: Magnesium hydroxide
CAS#: 1309-42-8
EINECS EC Number: 215-170-3
% by Weight: 100
Section 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be used.
Skin Contact: After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Serious Skin Contact: Not available.
Inhalation: Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: Non-flammable. This product does not present fire or explosion hazards as supplied.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Not applicable.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to legal requirements.
Large Spill: Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to drain.
Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions: No specific safety phrase has been found applicable for this product.
Storage: No specific storage is required. Store in dry, protected storage in closed and sealed containers.
Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection: Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill: Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product.
Exposure Limits: Not available.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: It is solid.
Odor: Not available.
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 58.32 g/mole
Color: Not available.
pH (1% soln/water): Not available.
Melting Point: Decomposes.
Specific Gravity: 2.36 (Water = 1)
Solubility: Very slightly soluble in cold water.
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: Magnesium hydroxide is stable.
Incompatibility with various substances: Not available.
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Polymerization: No.
Section 11: Toxicological Information
Toxicity to Animals: LD50: Not available.
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Section 12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Not available.
Products of Biodegradation: Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are as toxic as the original product.
Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal: To be disposed as per legal requirement.
Section 14: Transport Information
DOT USA: Not dangerous goods
ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods
IMDG: Not dangerous goods
IATA: Not dangerous goods
Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
USA Regulations:
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Magnesium hydroxide
Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances: None.
Section 304 Emergency Release Reporting: None.
Section 311/312 Hazardous Categories: None.
Section 313 Toxic Categories: None.
WHMIS (Canada): Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
Section 16 - Additional Information
Disclaimer:
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Magnesium Hydroxide
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