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Magnesium

CAS 7439-95-4

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Magnesium
Chemical Name
Magnesium

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7439-95-4 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Used for aluminium alloying, steel desulphurization, nodular iron and metal reduction

Manufacturers & Suppliers

D

Dead Sea Magnesium Ltd.

manufacturer

1 Kreutzer St., Beer-Sheva, Israel. POBox. 1195, Beer Sheva 84111.

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

Int.+ 972-8-997-8202

Emergency Contact

972-8-997-8230

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

GHS Pictograms

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Magnesium --- 99.8% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove casualty from area of exposure. If unconscious, do not give anything to drink, give artificial ventilation and chest compression or place in the recovery position as necessary. If conscious make the casualty lie or sit down quietly, give oxygen if available.

Skin contact

Remove contaminated clothing immediately, drench the affected area with running water for 10 minutes.

Eye contact

Wash eye with flowing water for 10 minutes.

Ingestion

Do not make the casualty vomit. Treat unconscious casualty as for inhalation but if conscious give water to drink immediately.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use dry powders such as MET-L-X, G1, Dry Soda Ash, or sand.

Unsuitable media

Do not use water, CO2, or any foams.

Specific hazards

Burning and molten magnesium will react violently with water producing hydrogen gas.

Instructions

Fire should be smothered by powders approved for use with magnesium.

Firefighter Protection

Wear protective self containing breathing apparatus and protective fire fighting clothes.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Cleanup methods

Collect and reuse.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Any operation which may produce magnesium powder, chips or turnings should bear in mind the fire and health risk involved in handling fine magnesium particles. Fines should be collected frequently and handled in accordance to applicable regulations. Breathing dust as well as skin and eye contact should be avoided.

Storage

Storage should be in dry, cool and well ventilated areas.

Hygiene

Breathing dust as well as skin and eye contact should be avoided.

Fire prevention

Any operation which may produce magnesium powder, chips or turnings should bear in mind the fire and health risk involved in handling fine magnesium particles.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

No special requirements apply, due to the physical form. Some operations may require local ventilation.

Hands

If excessive dust is present use protective gloves

Eyes

If excessive dust is present use chemical safety goggles

Respiratory

If excessive dust is present use respiratory equipment

Skin/Body

Body covering clothes and boots

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Dynamic Viscosity
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Solubility In Water
Insoluble
Melting Point
650°C / 1202°F
Boiling Point
1100°C / 2012°F (Approx.)
Flammability
---
Decomposition Temperature
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable under standard conditions
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Physical State Data
solid
Metal Corrosion
---
Odor Threshold
---
Relative Density
1.74
Colour
silvery-gray
Vapor Pressure
Not Applicable
Appearance
Solid, silvery-gray, odorless, metal. In 4, 8, 12, 15 and 23 kg ingots and T-Bars of 113, 250, 350 and 500 kg.
Vapor Density
---
Voc Content
---
Odor
odorless
Ph
---
Physical State
Solid
Solidification Point
---
Flash Point
---
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
---
Bulk Density
---
Properties Status
---
Density
---
Cloud Point
---
Solubility
---
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Molecular Weight
---
Form
ingots and T-Bars
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Partition Coefficient
---
Freezing Point
---
Colour Intensity
---
Softening Point
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions

Reactivity

Reaction with acid will form hydrogen gas.

Hazardous reactions

Will not occur (polymerization). Reaction with acid will form hydrogen gas.

Avoid

Heating above 475°C / 887°F, Exposure to moisture

Incompatible

Strong oxidants, Acids, Water

Decomposition

None, under normal conditions

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

EEC: Classification not required.

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Magnesium?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Magnesium?

Magnesium is a solid appearing as solid, silvery-gray, odorless, metal. in 4, 8, 12, 15 and 23 kg ingots and t-bars of 113, 250, 350 and 500 kg. with silvery-gray color. It has odorless odor.

What is Magnesium used for?

Used for aluminium alloying, steel desulphurization, nodular iron and metal reduction

What is the melting point of Magnesium?

The melting point is 650°C / 1202°F and the boiling point is 1100°C / 2012°F (Approx.).