| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2026 |
| Health: | 1 |
| Flammability | 0 |
| Reactivity | 0 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Magnesium Oxide Reagent A.C.S., Powder |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | MgO |
| RTECS: | OM3850000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 1309-48-4 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Magnesium Oxide | CAS# 1309-48-4 | 100 % | W/W | OSHA TWA 10 mg/mƒ (total particulate) |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Wash exposed area with soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately after giving two glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | None specified by manufacturer. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Collect in suitable containers. Wash remainder away with copious quanities of water and detergent.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Keep away from heat and flame. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Use with adequate ventilation. |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | 2800 Deg C | Specific Gravity | 3.65-3.75
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| Boiling Point: | 3600 Deg C |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | 0 |
| Vapor Pressure: | Information not available |
Evaporation Rate: | 0 |
| Vapor Density: |
Information not available |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Very soluble |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
Not applicable |
| Appearance and Odor: |
None specified |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
| Flash Point: |
Not applicable |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Takes up CO2 and H 2O from air. |
Materials to Avoid:
Interhalogens, phosphorus pentachloride. |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Not known to occur |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| If comes in contact with skin wash with soap and water. If comes in contact with eyes wash with water for atleast 15 minutes and seek medical advice if necessary. If inhaled remove to fresh air and support breathing. If ingested call al physician immediately. Target organs : None. Persons with pr-existing disorders may be more susceptible. |
| DOT Classification: Not Regulated |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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