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MAGNESIUM NITRATE
ICSC: 1041
Peer-Review Status: 05.08.2003 Validated
Nitric acid, magnesium salt 
CAS #: 10377-60-3 UN #: 1474
EINECS #: 233-826-7
 		    Formula: Mg(NO3)2
Molecular mass: 148.33

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.  NO contact with combustible substances or reducing agents.  In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. 
EXPLOSION Risk of fire and explosion on contact with reducing agents.     
 
EXPOSURE   PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!   
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat.  Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin     First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety goggles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion Abdominal pain. Blue lips, fingernails and skin. Confusion. Convulsions. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Unconsciousness.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.  Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into covered plastic containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.   
EC Classification
 
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 5.1; UN Pack Group: III 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-51GO2-I+II+III.
NFPA Code: H2; F0; R3.  		Separated from combustible substances and reducing agents. Dry. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
HYGROSCOPIC COLOURLESS OR WHITE CRYSTALS. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
The substance is a strong oxidant. It reacts with combustible and reducing materials. This generates fire and explosion hazard. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV (NOT-ESTABLISHED):. 

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion. 

Inhalation risk
A nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. 

Effects of short-term exposure
May cause mechanical irritation to the eyes and respiratory tract. Ingestion could cause effects on the blood. This may result in formation of methaemoglobin. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Decomposes at 330°C
Solubility in water: very good  		 

NOTES
Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.
Rinse contaminated clothes (fire hazard) with plenty of water.
The recommendations on this Card also apply to Magnesium nitrate hexahydrate (CAS 13446-18-9) which is available commercially. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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