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MAGNESIUM ALKYLS

 4.2 - Spontaneously combustible 4.3 - Dangerous when wet

Chemical Identifiers

CAS Number UN/NA Number DOT Hazard Label USCG CHRIS Code
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  • 3053 (obsolete)
  • Spontaneously Combustible
  • Dangerous When Wet
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NIOSH Pocket Guide International Chem Safety Card
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NFPA 704
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General Description
Magnesium alkyls is a solid or a solution containing the solid in ether. It may spontaneously ignite on exposure to moist air or carbon dioxide. It is used to make other chemicals.

Hazards

Reactivity Alerts
Air & Water Reactions
Highly flammable. Water reacts vigorously to produce heat and a caustic solution. It may spontaneously ignite on exposure to moist air or carbon dioxide.
Fire Hazard
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Health Hazard
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Reactivity Profile
Hydrides, such as MAGNESIUM ALKYL, are reducing agents and react rapidly and dangerously with oxygen and with other oxidizing agents, even weak ones. Thus, they are likely to ignite on contact with alcohols. Hydrides are incompatible with acids, alcohols, amines, and aldehydes.
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Potentially Incompatible Absorbents

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Response Recommendations

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Non-Fire Response
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First Aid
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Physical Properties

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AEGLs (Acute Exposure Guideline Levels)

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ERPGs (Emergency Response Planning Guidelines)

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PACs (Protective Action Criteria)

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Regulatory Information

EPA Consolidated List of Lists

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CISA Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS)

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OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) Standard List

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Alternate Chemical Names