Magnesium Metal, Ribbon
Alternate Names:
Database ID: 234
| Formula: | Mg |
| CAS: | 7439-95-4 |
| Formula Weight: | 24.31 g/mol |
| Density: | 1.74 g/cm3 |
| Melting Point: | 648 °C |
| Boiling Point: | 1090 °C |
| Purity: | -- |
| Concentration: | -- |
Hazard and Safety Information
GHS Hazard Statement: Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air. In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
GHS Precautionary Statement: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. Do not allow contact with air. Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire. Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. In case of fire: Use Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. Store contents under (insert) Dispose of contents/container to (insert)
General Hazard Information: Silvery-white metal granules, turnings or ribbon. Odorless. Flammable solid. Pyrophoric.
Storage: Flinn Family: Inorganic #1. Store in/on shelf with metals, hydrides. Store away from any water. Store flammable solids in flammables cabinet.
Disposal: General and institutional diposal instructions can go here.