Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Magnesium chloride hexahydrate
- Product Code
- 447700000; 447700010; 447700050
- Chemical Name
- Magnesium chloride hexahydrate
- Synonyms
- Magnesium dichloride hexahydrate
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 7791-18-6 Check regulations →
Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals.
Uses advised against
No Information available
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Fisher Scientific UK
national supplier
Bishop Meadow Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 5RG, United Kingdom
Thermo Fisher Scientific
national supplier
Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel, Belgium
Emergency Contacts
Emergency Contact
001-800-227-6701
Emergency Contact
+32 14 57 52 11
Emergency Contact
001-201-796-7100
Emergency Contact
+32 14 57 52 99
CHEMTREC
001-800-424-9300
CHEMTREC
001-703-527-3887
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Remove to fresh air.
Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.
Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water.
Immediate Medical Attention
Get medical attention. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur.
Medical Treatment
Treat symptomatically.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Water spray, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam.
No information available.
Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors.
Firefighter Protection
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Use personal protective equipment as required.
Should not be released into the environment.
Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.
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Similar products with comparable safety profiles
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Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Ensure adequate ventilation. Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Avoid dust formation.
Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place.
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before re-use. Wash hands before breaks and after work.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
None under normal use conditions.
Protective gloves. Glove material: Natural rubber, Nitrile rubber, Neoprene, PVC. Breakthrough time: See manufacturers recommendations. EU standard: EN 374.
Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) (European standard - EN 166)
No protective equipment is needed under normal use conditions. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended Filter type: Particle filter. Maintain adequate ventilation (Small scale/Laboratory use).
Long sleeved clothing.
No information available.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
Stable under normal conditions.
None known, based on information available
None under normal processing. Hazardous Polymerization: No information available.
Avoid dust formation.
Metals.
Chlorine. Magnesium oxides. Hydrogen chloride gas.
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
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Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
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Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What other names is Magnesium chloride hexahydrate known by?
Magnesium chloride hexahydrate is also known as: Magnesium dichloride hexahydrate
What is the hazard signal word for Magnesium chloride hexahydrate?
The signal word is no signal word.
What is the physical form of Magnesium chloride hexahydrate?
Magnesium chloride hexahydrate is a powder solid appearing as white . It has odorless odor.
What is Magnesium chloride hexahydrate used for?
Laboratory chemicals.
What is the melting point of Magnesium chloride hexahydrate?
The melting point is 117 °C / 242.6 °F and the boiling point is No information available.