MAGNESIUM OXIDE | ICSC: 0504 (May 2010) |
Calcined brucite Calcined magnesia Magnesia |
CAS #: 1309-48-4 |
EC Number: 215-171-9 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. | NO contact with strong acids. | In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. | |
Eyes | Redness. | Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). |
Ingestion | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. |
According to UN GHS Criteria No hazard classification according to GHS criteriaTransportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from strong acids. Dry. Well closed. | |
PACKAGING | |
MAGNESIUM OXIDE | ICSC: 0504 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: MgO |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: (inhalable fraction): 10 mg/m3, as TWA; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen). MAK: (inhalable fraction): 4 mg/m3; pregnancy risk group: C. MAK: (respirable fraction): 0.3 mg/m3; peak limitation category: II(8); pregnancy risk group: C |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations MAGNESIUM OXIDE (JECFA Evaluation)