Magnesium oxide
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Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H319 |
Causes serious eye irritation | Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
H335 |
May cause respiratory irritation | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P261 |
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P264+P265 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes. |
P271 |
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P304+P340 |
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. |
P305+P351+P338 |
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing. |
P319 |
Get medical help if you feel unwell. |
P337+P317 |
If eye irritation persists: Get medical help. |
P403+P233 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Exposure Limits
| OSHA PEL | 15 mg-m3 |
| NIOSH IDLH | 750 mg-m3 |
| Skin Notation | Yes — can be absorbed through skin |
Physical Properties
A white solid, often found as a powder.
| Boiling Point | 6512°F |
| Vapor Pressure | 0 mmHg (approx) |
| Specific Gravity | 3.58 |
Synonyms
magnesia fume; maglite; magox
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 14792
- OSHA PEL: OSHA Occupational Chemical Database
- NIOSH REL/IDLH: NIOSH Pocket Guide
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