UNIVERSITY OF MALTA
FACULTY OF MEDICINE & SURGERY
PHARMACY DEPARTMENT
MATERIAL SAFETY
DATA SHEET
HEAVY MAGNESIUM CARBONATE
Table of Contents
Ref. No.
MSDS /PD/20_01
Valid for:
2 years from approval
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1. Chemical Product
2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
3. Hazards Identification
4. First Aid Measures
5. Fire and Explosion Data
6. Accidental Release Measures
7. Handling and Storage
8. Exposure Controls/ Personal Protection
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
10. Stability and Reactivity Data
11. Toxicological Information
12. Ecological Information
13. Disposal Considerations
14. References
15. Appendices
16. Revision History
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MATERIAL SAFETY
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Chemical Product
Product Name: Magnesium carbonate, heavy FCC
Chemical name: Magnesium Carbonate
Synonyms: Carbonic Acid, Magnesium salt (1:1), mixture with Magnesium Hydroxide,
hydrate; Magnesium Carbonate Hydroxide
Chemical Formula: 4MgCO3.Mg(OH)2.5H2O
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Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition: Magnesium carbonate 100% by weight
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Not applicable
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Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), eye
contact (irritant), ingestion and inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
N/A
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: N/A
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: N/A
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: The substance may be toxic to cardiovascular system. Repeated
or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS:
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First Aid Measures
General measures: N/A
Skin contact: Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get
medical attention if irritation develops.
Serious skin contact: N/A
Eye contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush
eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never
give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are
swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband
Serious indigestion: N/A
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
Serious inhalation: N/A
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Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: Non-flammable
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable
Flash points: Not applicable
Flammable limits: Not applicable
Products of Combustion: Not applicable
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not applicable
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
 Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: N/A
 Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: N/A
Fire fighting media and Instructions: Not applicable
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: N/A
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: N/A
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Accidental Release Measures
NB: Wear appropriate protective equipment/clothing including gloves before removing
any spills.
Small spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal
container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of
according to local and regional authority requirements.
Large spill: Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish
cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the
sanitary system.
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Handling and Storage
Precautions: Do not breathe dust. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents,
acids
Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Airborne Exposure Limits: N/A
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering
controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations
generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below
the exposure limit.
Personal Protection: Safety glasses, gloves, lab coat, dust respirator making sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
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Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: White crystalline solid.
Odour: Odourless
Taste: N/A
Molecular Weight: 485 g/mole
pH (1% solution/water): N/A
Boiling Point: N/A
Melting Point: Decomposition temperature: 700°C (1292°F)
Critical Temperature: N/A
Specific Gravity (Water = 1): 2.958
Vapour Pressure (mmHg): N/A
Vapour Density: N/A
Volatility: N/A
Odour Threshold: N/A
Water/Oil Distribution Coefficient: N/A
Ionicity (in Water): N/A
Dispersion Properties: N/A
Solubility: Insoluble in cold water and hot water. Soluble in dilute acids with effervescence.
Insoluble in alcohol. Imparts slight alkaline reaction to water.
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Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The product is stable
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Instability temperature: N/A
Conditions of Instability: Incompatible materials
Incompatibles: Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids.
Polymerization: Will not occur
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Toxicological Information
Toxicity to animals: N/A
Effects on humans:
Acute potential health effects: Nuisance dust.
 Skin: May cause skin irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.
 Eyes: May cause eye irritation.
 Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation.
 Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal tract irritation. Excess exposure may cause
central nervous system depression and cardiac disturbances.
Chronic potential health effects: May cause damage to the following cardiovascular system.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: N/A
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: N/A
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: N/A
Other information: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), ingestion and
inhalation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
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Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: N/A
13.
Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal: Waste must be disposed of in accordance with local environmental control
regulations.
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MATERIAL SAFETY
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References
 Sciencelab.com. Material Safety Data Sheet; Heavy Magnesium Carbonate, MSDS
[Online]
2005
[cited
2012
Nov
5].
Available
from:
URL:
http://www.sciencelab.com/msds.php?msdsId=9924544
 Endekaceramics.com. Material Safety Data Sheet; Heavy Magnesium Carbonate,
MSDS [Online] 2007 [cited 2012 Nov 5]. Available from: URL:
http://www.endekaceramics.com/fileadmin/pdfs/minerals/231685_MSDS.pdf
 Jmloveridge.com. Material Safety Data Sheet; Heavy Magnesium Carbonate, MSDS
[Online]
2012
[cited
2012
Nov
5].
Available
from:
URL:
http://www.jmloveridge.com/cosh/Magnesium%20Carbonate%20Heavy.pdf
15.
Appendices
N/A
16.
Revision History
Version Number
Amendments/ Reasons for change
01
Initial Release
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