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

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)

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Keep sparks, flames, and other sources of ignition away. Keep material out of water sources and sewers.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
No data.
Combustion Products
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number
1483
Hazard Class
5.1
Packing Group
II; III