Material Safety Data Sheet
MAGSOL
Magnesium nitrate hexahydrate
Mg(NO3)2.6H20
Revised: 11/08/2011
1.
PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product name
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Chemical formula :
Synonyms
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Magsol
Mg(NO3)2.6H20
Magnesium nitrate hexahydrate;
Emergency telephone number
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Supplier :
Aquasol Nutri
Aquasol House
7 Fick Street
Potchefstroom
018-294-8901
COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGEREDIENTS
Composition:
Name
CAS No.
%
Magnesium nitrate hexahydrate
13446-18-9
100
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Magnesium nitrate hexahydrate: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 5440 mg/kg [Rat].
3.
HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Physical state and appearance
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Solid
Potential acute health effects :
Skin contact
Eye contact
Ingestion
Inhalation
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Hazardous in case of skin contact (Irritant).
Hazardous in case of eye contact (Irritant).
Harmful if swallowed.
Hazardous in case of inhalation (Lung irritant).
Potential chronic health effects:
Carcinogenic effects
Mutagenic effects
Teratogenic effects
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Not available
Not available
Not available
Medical conditions aggravated by prolonged exposure:
The substance may be toxic to blood, kidneys, lungs, gastrointestinal tract. Repeated or prolonged exposure to
the substance can produce target organs damage.
4.
FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye contact
:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with
plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.
Skin contact
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In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water and soap or mild detergent.
Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used. Wash clothing before
reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
Inhalation
:
If inhaled, move person to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
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Ingestion
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If large amounts of this material is swallowed, contact a physician immediately. Do not
induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Flammability
Auto-ignition temperature
Flash points
Flammable limits
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May be combustible at high temperatures.
Not applicable.
Closed cup: Higher than 93.3°C
Not applicable.
Products of combustion:
Some metallic oxides.
Fire hazards in presence of various substances:
Strong oxidizer, contact with organic material may lead to fire. Do not store near combustible materials.
Incompatible with combustible materials, organics, strong reducing agents.
Explosion hazards in presence of various substances:
Not available.
Fire fighting media and instructions:
Oxidizing material. Do not use water jet. Use flooding quantities of water. Avoid contact with organic materials.
6.
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Environmental precautions:
Take care to avoid the contamination of waterways and drains. Inform the appropriate authorities in case of accidental
contamination of waterways.
Small spill:
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water
on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Large spill:
Oxidizing material. Stop leak if without risk. Avoid contact with a combustible material (wood, paper, oil, clothing...). Keep
substance damp using water spray. Do not touch spilled material. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas;
dike if needed. Eliminate all ignition sources. Call for assistance on disposal.
7.
HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions:
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep away from combustible material. Empty containers pose a
fire risk, evaporate the residue under a fume hood. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing.
In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and
show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as reducing agents.
Handling:
Avoid breathing dust. Do not ingest. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable
respiratory equipment. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from oxidising agents.
Storage:
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, dry, well ventilated area.
8.
EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering controls:
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
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Personal protection:
Eyes
Body
Respiratory
Hands
Feet
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Splash goggles
Overalls
Dust respirator. Be sure to use approved or certified respirator or equivalent.
Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate.
Gloves (impervious)
Boots
Personal protection in case of large spills:
Splash goggles, overalls, dust respirator, boots and gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid
inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient. Consult a specialist before handling this
product.
9.
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPORTIES
Physical state
Colour
Odour
Molecular weight
pH (1% soln water)
Boiling point
Melting point
Solubility
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Solid crystals (extremely hygroscopic)
White
Odourless
256.41 g/mole
Not available
Decomposes at 330°C
89°C
Soluble in water
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY DATA
Stability
Instability temperature
Conditions of instability
Incompatibility
Corrosivity
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The product is stable
Product decomposes above 330°C
Reacts with reducing agents.
Reducing agents.
Non corrosive in presence of glass.
Special remarks on reactivity:
A strong oxidizer may cause violent combustion of oxidizable materials. Contact with di-methyl formamide, combustible,
organic, and oxidizable materials can generate heat, perhaps causing ignition and combustion. Hygroscopic.
11.
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity to animals
Chronic effects on humans
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:
Other toxic effects on human :
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 5440 mg/kg [Rat].
May cause damage to the following organs: blood, kidneys, lungs, gastrointestinal
tract.
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation (lung irritant).
Special remarks on toxicity to animals:
Not available.
Special remarks on chronic effects on humans:
Not available.
Special remarks on other toxic effects on humans:
Also irritating to mucous membranes. May affect lungs and central nervous system. Excessive amounts of magnesium
may cause central nervous system depression, and may also affect the heart. Other Chronic Effects: May cause
methemoglobinemia, which is characterized by chocolate-brown coloured blood, headache, weakness, dizziness, breath
shortness, cyanosis, rapid heart rate, unconsciousness and possible death. Repeated exposure may cause kidney damage
an digestive tract abnormalities. Effects may be delayed.
12.
ECOLOGICAL INFROMATION
Ecotoxicity
BOD5 and COD
Biodegradable/OECD
Mobility
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Not available
Not available.
Not available.
Mobile
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Products of degradation
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Possibly long term degradation products to be expected.
Special remarks on the products of degradation:
No additional remarks.
13.
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste information :
Waste stream
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Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state, and local environmental control
regulations.
No data available.
Consult local or regional authorities.
14.
TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not hazardous.
15.
OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION
EC Classification
:
No information found
National Legislation
:
National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996)
Fire Brigade Service Act, 1987 (Act 99 of 1987)
Occupational Health & Safety Act, 1993 (Act 85 of 1993)
Fertilizers, farm feeds, agricultural remedies and stock remedies Act, 1947 (Act 36
of 1947)
16.
OTHER INFORMATION / DISCLAIMER
This safety data sheet provides health and safety information. Individuals handling this product should be informed of the
recommended safety precautions and should have access to this information.
The product information in this sheet is, to the best of this company’s knowledge, correct as at the date of publication.
The user must be satisfied that the product is entirely suitable for the purpose for which it is being used. It is the user’s
obligation to determine and to ensure the conditions for the safe use of the material.
All information is given in good faith but without guarantee in respect of accuracy, and no responsibility is accepted for
errors or omissions of the consequences thereof.
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