| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Maglite | 【Synonyms】
Calcined brusite
Calcined magnesia
Magnesia | 【CAS】
1309-48-4 | 【Formula】
MgO | 【Molecular Weight】
40.299999999999997 | 【EINECS】
215-171-9 | 【RTECS】
OM3850000 | 【RTECS Class】
Tumorigen; Human Data | 【Merck】
12,5713 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
13722 (G) |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Fine odorless white powder, hygroscopic. | 【Solubility in water】
90 g/L | 【Melting Point】
2800 | 【Boiling Point】
3600 | 【Vapor Pressure】
0.3 (1727 C) | 【Density】
3.58 g/cm3 | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
330.7 kJ/mol | 【Usage】
Chemical intermediate medicinals & other chems, component of animal feeds, fertilizers, insulation, & wallboard, component of petroleum additives, oxychloride & oxysulfate cement, agent in pulp & paper mfr, food chem, rubber accelerator, component of electrical heating rods, misc applications. |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water. | 【Eyes】
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep away from water. Keep containers tightly closed. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash clothing before reuse. Keep from contact with moist air and steam. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
May cause respiratory tract irritation. Inhalation of fumes may cause metal fume fever, which is characterized by flu-like symptoms with metallic taste, fever, chills, cough, weakness, chest pain, muscle pain and increased white blood cell count. | 【Skin】
May cause skin irritation. | 【Eyes】
May cause eye irritation. | 【Ingestion】
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause central nervous system depression. | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 22 | 【UN (DOT)】
1418 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | 【Respirators】
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | 【Exposure Effects】
Lethargy, hyporeflexia, weakness, and subjective feeling of thirst and heat may occur. Excessive absorption of magnesium from cathartics may result in CNS depression and seizures, most notably in renal failure patients. | 【Exposure limit(s)】
OSHA PEL: TWA 15 mg/m3 NIOSH REL: See Appendix D NIOSH IDLH: 750 mg/m3 | 【Poison Class】
4 |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. Do NOT get water inside containers. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Wash area with soap and water. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Do not get water inside containers. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Stability】
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | 【Incompatibilities】
Strong oxidizing agents; reacts violently with phosphorous pentachloride, chlorine trichloride, or bromine pentafluoride. Will absorb CO2 from air. | 【Decomposition】
None. |
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