Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information
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Magnesium peroxide(1335-26-8)

Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information
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Product Identification

Product Name

Magnesium peroxide

Synonyms

Magnesium dioxide

CAS

1335-26-8

Formula

MgO2

Molecular Weight

56.3

EINECS

215-627-7

Merck

12,5717

Beilstein/Gmelin

95156 (G)

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Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

A white powder.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

222 - 225

Density

~3.0 g/cm3 (20 C)

Usage

Used in medicine, and as a bleaching agent.

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First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Wash mouth out with water, provided that the person is concious. Seek medical attention.

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. If no breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

Immediately wash skin with soap and large amounts of water.

Eyes

Flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.

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Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry location in a tightly sealed container.

Handling

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

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Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May causes irritation. May be harmful if ingested.

Inhalation

May causes irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.

Skin

May causes irritation. May be harmful if absorbed.

Eyes

May cause irritation.

Hazards

These substances will accelerate burning when involved in a fire. Some may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire. May explode from heat or contamination. Some will react explosively with hydrocarbons (fuels). May ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.). Containers may explode when heated. Runoff may create fire or explosion hazard.

UN (DOT)

1483

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Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear protective gloves and clothing and safety goggles.

Respirators

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

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Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Flood with water. Cool all affected containers with flooding quantities of water. Apply water from as far a distance as possible.

Fire Potential

Oxidizing material. Contact with combustible materials may cause fire.

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Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Keep sparks, flames, and other sources of ignition away. Keep material out of water sources and sewers.

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Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.

Combustion Products

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

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Transport Information

UN Number

1483

Hazard Class

5.1

Packing Group

II; III