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Magnesium silicate

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[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Substance is noncombustible. Extinguishing media: Use extinguishing media most appropriate for the surrounding fire.
[Ingestion]

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
[Skin]

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
[Storage]

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
[Handling]

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Skin]

May cause skin irritation.
[Eyes]

May cause eye irritation.
[Ingestion]

The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. May be harmful if swallowed.
[Personal Protection]

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
[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.
[Exposure Effects]

The toxological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Appearance]

Fine white powder.
[Solubility in water]

Insoluble
[Melting Point]

1890
[Density]

3.11 g/cm3
[Heat Of Vaporization]

[Usage]

Used in vitamin analysis, chromatography, and antibiotic processing.
[Product Name]

Magnesium silicate
[Synonyms]

Magnesium silicate
[CAS]

"CASEN_1343-88-0.htm">1343-88-0
[Formula]

Mg2O4Si
[Molecular Weight]

140.69
[EINECS]

215-681-1
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

35777 (G)
[Small spills/leaks]

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.
[Stability]

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong acids, hydrogen fluoride.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
[HS Code]

2839 90 00