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Identification

Name:
magnesium@Magnesium powder (pyrophoric)
Synonyms:
  • magnesio en polvo
  • magnesio
CAS:
7439-95-4
EC/EINECS:
231-104-6
Molecular Formula:
Mg
International Chemical Safety Card (ICSC):
0289@0701

CLASSIFICATION AND LABELLING (Regulation 1272/2008)

Symbols

  • GHS02

    Flammable gases

H Phrases

  • H260 : In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously

    Water-react. (Cat. 1) : Substance or mixture which in contact with water emits flammable gas

  • H250 : Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air

    Pyr. Sol. (Cat. 1) : Pyrophoric solid

Notes

  • R.1272-Note T

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Atmospheric emissions ?

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Major accident hazards (Seveso) ?

Hazardous substances listed in Annex I of the Seveso III Directive (Directive 2012/18/EU), transposed in Spain by Royal Decree 840/2015. Their presence in industrial establishments in quantities equal to or above established thresholds triggers obligations to implement major accident risk control measures.

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