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Magnesium Nitrate

CAS 10377-60-3
EC 233-826-7

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Magnesium Nitrate
Product Form
Substance
Product Code
89966442
Chemical Name
Magnesium Nitrate

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
10377-60-3 Check regulations →
EC Number
233-826-7 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Main use category : Laboratory use, Industrial use, Professional use Industrial/Professional use spec : For professional use only

Uses advised against

No additional information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Scafell Organics / Molekula Ltd logo

Scafell Organics / Molekula Ltd

distributor

Lingfield Way, Darlington - England

+44 (0) 1949 823777 / +44 (0) 7590 545705

http://www.molekula.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+44 (0) 7590 545705

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Ox. Sol. Cat. 2 H272
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319

GHS Pictograms

GHS03 - Oxidizing

GHS03

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P220 Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials.
P280 Wear protective clothing, eye protection, face protection, protective gloves.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P371 + P380 + P375 In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Substance type : Mono-constituent

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Magnesium Nitrate EC: 233-826-7 10377-60-3 100% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Give oxygen or artificial respiration if necessary. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Get medical advice/attention.

Symptoms: Inhalation may cause irritation (cough, short breathing, difficulty in breathing).

Skin contact

After contact with skin, take off immediately all contaminated clothing, and wash immediately with plenty of water. Do not remove clothing if it sticks to the skin. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

Symptoms: irritation (itching, redness, blistering).

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Obtain medical attention if pain, blinking or redness persists.

Symptoms: Dust from this product may cause eye irritation, redness, itching, tears.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Get medical advice/attention.

Symptoms: Ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Dry powder. Carbon dioxide. Water spray.

Unsuitable media

Do not use a heavy water stream.

Instructions

Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers. Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire. Prevent fire fighting water from entering the environment.

Firefighter Protection

Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Isolate from fire, if possible, without unnecessary risk. No flames, no sparks. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Avoid dust formation. Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Mark out the contaminated area with signs and prevent access to unauthorized personnel. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not breathe dust. Do not touch or walk on the spilled product. Ventilate area. Stop leak if safe to do so.

Environmental

Prevent entry to sewers and public waters.

Cleanup methods

On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Provide local exhaust or general room ventilation. Avoid creating or spreading dust.

Storage

Keep only in the original container in a cool, well ventilated place away from : Direct sunlight, Heat sources. Keep container closed when not in use. Hygroscopic. Protect from moisture.

Hygiene

Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Always wash hands after handling the product. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Fire prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Provide local exhaust or general room ventilation.

Hands

The protective gloves to be used must comply with the specifications of the regulation 2016/425 and the resultant standard EN 374. Type: Disposable gloves, Material: Nitrile rubber (NBR), Permeation: 6 (>480 minutes), Thickness: 0.11 mm, Standard: EN 374.

Eyes

Emergency eye wash fountains should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure. Use eye protection according to EN 166, designed to protect against powders and dusts. Chemical goggles or safety glasses. Type: Face shield, Safety goggles, Use: Dust, Characteristics: With side shields, tightly fitting safety goggles, Standard: EN 166.

Respiratory

Self contained breathing apparatus, in case of emergency. Where exposure through inhalation may occur from use, respiratory protection equipment is recommended. Device: Respiratory protective device with a particle filter, Filter type: Type P1, Type P2, Condition: Dust protection, Standard: EN 14387.

Skin/Body

Emergency safety showers should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure. Keep suitable chemically resistant protective clothing readily available for emergency use. Type: Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing, Standard: EN ISO 13982.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
Solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
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Appearance
Crystalline powder.
Colour
Colourless.
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
No data available.
Odor Threshold
No data available
Ph
No data available
Melting Point
89 °C
Boiling Point
330 °C
Flash Point
No data available
Freezing Point
No data available
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
No data available
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
No data available
Bulk Density
---
Density
---
Flammability
Flammable
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
No data available
Partition Coefficient
No data available
Solubility In Water
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
148.31 g/mol
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions (see section 7).

Reactivity

May cause or intensify fire; oxidiser.

Hazardous reactions

Contact with combustible material may cause fire.

Avoid

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Protect from sunlight. Moisture. Water, humidity.

Incompatible

reducing agents.

Decomposition

No hazardous decomposition products known at room temperature. Thermal decomposition generates : Nitrogen oxides.

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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
1474
Shipping Name
MAGNESIUM NITRATE
Transport Class
5.1
Packing Group
III
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Magnesium Nitrate?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Magnesium Nitrate?

Magnesium Nitrate is a solid appearing as crystalline powder. with colourless. color. It has no data available. odor.

What is the solubility of Magnesium Nitrate?

No data available

What is Magnesium Nitrate used for?

Main use category : Laboratory use, Industrial use, Professional use Industrial/Professional use spec : For professional use only

What are the hazard statements for Magnesium Nitrate?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H272: May intensify fire; oxidiser.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.

What is the melting point of Magnesium Nitrate?

The melting point is 89 °C and the boiling point is 330 °C.