SDS

Indication of immediate
medical attention and special
treatment needed
Treat symptomatically.
General information
Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, and take precautions to
protect themselves.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing media
Treat for surrounding material.
Unsuitable extinguishing
media
Specific hazards arising from
the chemical
Special protective equipment
and precautions for firefighters
Fire-fighting
equipment/instructions
None known.
During fire, gases hazardous to health may be formed.
Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.
Use standard firefighting procedures and consider the hazards of other involved materials.
Specific methods
Cool containers exposed to flames with water until well after the fire is out.
General fire hazards
No unusual fire or explosion hazards noted.
Hazardous combustion
products
Explosion data
Sensitivity to mechanical
impact
Sensitivity to static
discharge
Personal precautions,
protective equipment and
emergency procedures
Methods and materials for
containment and cleaning up
May include and are not limited to: Hydrogen chloride. Chlorine gas. Oxides of magnesium.
Not available.
Not available.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Keep unnecessary personnel away. For personal protection, see section 8 of the SDS.
This product is miscible in water. Stop the flow of material, if this is without risk. Following product
recovery, flush area with water. For waste disposal, see section 13 of the SDS.
Environmental precautions
Avoid discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground.
7. Handling and Storage
Precautions for safe handling
Use care in handling/storage. Avoid breathing dust.
Conditions for safe storage,
including any incompatibilities
Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from incompatible
materials (see Section 10 of the SDS).
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Occupational exposure limits
No exposure limits noted for ingredient(s).
Biological limit values
No biological exposure limits noted for the ingredient(s).
Appropriate engineering
controls
TWA PEL: No specific limits have been established for magnesium chloride (a soluble
substance). As a guideline, OSHA (United States) has established the following limits which are
generally recognized for inert or nuisance dust. Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated (PNOR):
5mg/cu.m. Respirable Dust 8-Hour TWA PEL, 15mg/cu.m. Total Dust 8-Hour TWA PEL.
TWA TLV: No specific limits have been established for magnesium chloride (a soluble substance).
As a guideline, ACGIH (United States) has established the following limits which are generally
recognized for inert or nuisance dust. Particulates (insolubles) Not Otherwise Classified (PNOC):
10mg/cu.m. Inhalable Particulate 8-Hours TWA TLV, 3mg/cu.m. Respirable Particulate TWA TLV.
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne
levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fumes, or mist, use
ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Safety glasses
Skin protection
Hand protection
Rubber gloves. Confirm with a reputable supplier first.
Other
As required by employer code.
Respiratory protection
Where exposure guideline levels may be exceeded, use an approved NIOSH respirator or
NIOSH-approved filtering facepiece.
Thermal hazards
Not applicable.
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Issue date 12-January-2015