ICSC 0764 - MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE ANHYDROUS

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MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE ANHYDROUS

ICSC: 0764
_{October 2006}

Magnesium chloride
Magnesium chloride anhydrous

CAS No: 7786-30-3
RTECS No: OM2800000

MgCl₂
Molecular mass: 95.2

TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.		In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media.
EXPLOSION

EXPOSURE
Inhalation	Cough.	Local exhaust.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin			Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Redness.	Safety spectacles.	Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible).
Ingestion		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	PACKAGING & LABELLING
Personal protection: P1 filter respirator for inert particles. Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.	GHS classification Signal: Warning May be harmful if swallowed

EMERGENCY RESPONSE	SAFE STORAGE
	Dry.

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance DELIQUESCENT, WHITE SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS. Chemical dangers The substance decomposes when slowly heated to 300°C producing toxic and corrosive fumes including chlorine. Dissolves in water liberating a considerable amount of heat. Occupational exposure limits TLV not established. MAK not established.	Inhalation risk A nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered Effects of short-term exposure The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and the respiratory tract

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES	ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: 1412°C Melting point: (rapid heating) 712°C Density: 2.3 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 20°C: 54.3

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