Section 1 - Chemical Product ? MSDS Name:Magnesium Carbonate Material Safety Data Sheet
Synonym:Carbonate Magnesium; Carbonic Acid Magnesium Salt; Magnesite
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS| CAS# | Chemical Name | content | EINECS# |
| 12125-28-9 | Magnesium Carbonate | 100% | 235-192-7 |
Hazard Symbols: None Listed.
Risk Phrases: None Listed.
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ? EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Not available.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause mild eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause mild skin irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause central nervous system effects.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
No information found.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ? Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ? General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Use extinguishing media most appropriate for the surrounding fire.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ? General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Wash area with soap and water. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ? Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ? Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits CAS# 12125-28-9: Personal Protective Equipment 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 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ?
Physical State: Solid
Color: white
Odor: None reported.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 900 deg C (-CO2)
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: 350 deg C
Solubility in water: Insoluble in water.
Specific Gravity/Density: 2.958
Molecular Formula: MgCO3
Molecular Weight: 84.3032
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ? Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Acids Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon dioxide, oxides of magnesium.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ? RTECS#:
CAS# 12125-28-9 unlisted.
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Magnesium Carbonate - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ?
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ? Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before returning for recycling.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ?
IATA
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
IMO
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
RID/ADR
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ?
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 12125-28-9: 0
Canada
None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL/NDSL list.
CAS# 12125-28-9 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 12125-28-9 is not listed on the TSCA inventory.
It is for research and development use only.
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION N/A
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