SECTION 1-MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION AND USE

Supllier:

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Chemical Name:

MgCl2 Magnesium Chloride

Chemical Family:

Inorganic Salts

Product Use:

Deicing, Dust Control,

Mud drilling Lubricant,

Road Base Stabilization

Trade Name:

MgCL2 Magnesium Chloride

Section 1 – Chemical Product

MSDS Name: Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate
Synonym: Dus-Top; Mangogene.

Section 2 – COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

CAS# 7791-18-6

Chemical Name

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EINECS#

7791-18-6

Magnesium Chloride, Hexahydrate

100%

unlisted

Hazard Symbols: None Listed.
Risk Phrases: None Listed.

Section 3 – HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the air).
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause mild eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion:
Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
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.
Chronic:
May cause kidney damage.

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.
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. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
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. Material will not burn. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use water with caution and in flooding amounts. 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: Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.

	Section 7 – HANDLING and STORAGE
	Handling: Wash hands before eating. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep away from water. Store protected from moisture.

Section 8 – EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION

Engineering Controls:
Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control airborne levels. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower.
Exposure Limits CAS# 7791-18-6: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles.
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 to gray white
Odor: none reported
pH: 7.0 (Solution)
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 1412 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: 118 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: 100 C
Solubility in water: Soluble in water and alcohol
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.569
Molecular Formula: MgCl2.6H2O
Molecular Weight: 203.2914

	Section 10 – STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
	Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Conditions to Avoid: Dust generation, heating to decomposition, exposure to moist air or water. Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Oxidizing agents, 2-furan + percarboxylic acid. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride, chlorine. Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

	Section 11 – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
	RTECS#: CAS# 7791-18-6: OM2975000 LD50/LC50: CAS# 7791-18-6: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 7600 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 8100 mg/kg. Carcinogenicity: Magnesium Chloride, Hexahydrate – Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP. Other: See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

	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 Shipping Name: Not regulated. Hazard Class: UN Number: Packing Group: IMO Shipping Name: Not regulated. Hazard Class: UN Number: Packing Group: RID/ADR Shipping Name: Not regulated. Hazard Class: UN Number: Packing group:

Section 15 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7791-18-6: 0
Canada
None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL/NDSL list.
CAS# 7791-18-6 is not listed on Canada’s Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7791-18-6 is not on the TSCA Inventory because it is a hydrate.
It is considered to be listed if the CAS number for the anhydrous form
is on the inventory (40CFR720.3(u)(2)).