SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Magnesium Chromate Hydrate
Product Number: All applicable American Elements product codes, e.g. MG-CRAT-02-C.XHYD
, MG-CRAT-03-C.XHYD
, MG-CRAT-04-C.XHYD
, MG-CRAT-05-C.XHYD
CAS #: 23371-94-0
Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development
Supplier details:
American Elements
10884 Weyburn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Tel: +1 310-208-0551
Fax: +1 310-208-0351
Emergency telephone number:
Domestic, North America: +1 800-424-9300
International: +1 703-527-3887
SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
Skin sensitisation (Category 1), H317
Carcinogenicity (Category 1B), H350
Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 1), H400
Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 1), H410
2.2 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
Signal word Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H350 May cause cancer.
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statement(s)
P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and
understood.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ Vapors/ spray.
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face
protection.
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.
P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P391 Collect spillage.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.3 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS - none
SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1 Substances
Formula : CrMgO4 xH2O
Molecular weight : 140.30 g/mol
CAS-No. : 23371-94-0
EC-No. : 236-540-0
Index-No. : 024-017-00-8
Hazardous components
Component Classification Concentration
Magnesium chromate hydrate
Skin Sens. 1; Carc. 1B;
Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic
Chronic 1; H317, H350, H410
<= 100 %
SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1 Description of first aid measures
General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.Move out of dangerous area.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2) and/or in section 11
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No data available
SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Magnesium oxide, Chromium oxides
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
5.4 Further information
No data available
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing Vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate
ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.
For personal protection see section 8.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment
must be avoided.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for
disposal.
6.4 Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.
SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.Further processing of solid materials may result
in the formation of combustible dusts. The potential for combustible dust formation should be taken into consideration
before additional processing occurs.
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.
For precautions see section 2.2.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Keep in a dry place.
Storage class (TRGS 510): Non-combustible, acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic hazardous materials or hazardous materials
causing chronic effects
7.3 Specific end use(s)
Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 Control parameters
Components with workplace control parameters
Component CAS-No. Value Control
parameters
Basis
Remarks Substance listed; for more information see OSHA document
1910.1026
Magnesium
chromate hydrate
23371-94-0 CEIL 1.000000mg/10
m3
USA. Occupational Exposure Limits
(OSHA) - Table Z-2
Z37.7-1971
This standard applies to any operations or sectors for which the
exposure limit in the Chromium (VI) standard, Sec. 1910.1026, is
stayed or is otherwise not in effect.
TWA 0.010000
mg/m3
USA. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
(TLV)
Lung cancer
Confirmed human carcinogen
varies
TWA 0.001000
mg/m3
USA. NIOSH Recommended
Exposure Limits
Potential Occupational Carcinogen
See Appendix C
See Appendix A
See Table Z-2 for the exposure limit for any operations or sectors
where the exposure limit in § 1910.1026 is stayed or is otherwise not
in effect
Substance listed; for more information see OSHA document
1910.1026
CEIL 1mg/10m3 USA. Occupational Exposure Limits
(OSHA) - Table Z-2
Z37.7-1971
This standard applies to any operations or sectors for which the
exposure limit in the Chromium (VI) standard, Sec. 1910.1026, is
stayed or is otherwise not in effect.
TWA 0.01 mg/m3 USA. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
(TLV)
Lung cancer
Confirmed human carcinogen
varies
TWA 0.05 mg/m3 USA. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
(TLV)
Upper Respiratory Tract irritation
Cancer
Substances for which there is a Biological Exposure Index or Indices
(see BEI® section)
Confirmed human carcinogen
varies
PEL 0.005 mg/m3 OSHA Specifically Regulated
Chemicals/Carcinogens
1910.1026
This standard applies to occupational exposures to chromium (VI) in
all forms and compounds in general industry, except: (a) Exposures
that occur in the application of pesticides regulated by the
Environmental Protection Agency or another Federal government
agency ( e.g., the treatment of wood with preservatives); (b)
Exposures to portland cement; or (c) Where the employer has
objective data demonstrating that a material containing chromium or
a specific process, operation, or activity involving chromium cannot
release dusts, fumes, or mists of chromium (VI) in concentrations at
or above 0.5 μgm/m3 as an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA)
under any expected conditions of use.
Chromium (VI) [hexavalent chromium or Cr(VI)] means chromium
with a valence of positive six, in any form and in any compound
OSHA specifically regulated carcinogen
TWA 0.0002 mg/m3 USA. NIOSH Recommended
Exposure Limits
Potential Occupational Carcinogen
See Appendix C
See Appendix A
Biological occupational exposure limits
Component CAS-No. Parameters Value Biological
specimen
Basis
Magnesium
chromate hydrate
23371-94-0 Total
chromium
25.0000
μg/l
In urine ACGIH - Biological
Exposure Indices
(BEI)
Remarks End of shift at end of workweek
Total
chromium
10.0000
μg/l
In urine ACGIH - Biological
Exposure Indices
(BEI)
Increase during shift
Total
chromium
25 μg/l Urine ACGIH - Biological
Exposure Indices
(BEI)
End of shift at end of workweek
Total
chromium
10 μg/l Urine ACGIH - Biological
Exposure Indices
(BEI)
Increase during shift
8.2 Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of
workday.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate
government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without
touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after
use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
Body Protection
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to
the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face particle respirator type
N100 (US) or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the
sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and
approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Control of environmental exposure
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the
environment must be avoided.
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance Form: powder
b) Odor No data available
c) Odor Threshold No data available
d) pH No data available
e) Melting point/freezing
point
No data available
f) Initial boiling point and
boiling range
No data available
g) Flash point N/A
h) Evaporation rate No data available
i) Flammability (solid, gas) No data available
j) Upper/lower
flammability or
explosive limits
k) Vapor pressure No data available
l) Vapor density No data available
m) Relative density No data available
n) Water solubility No data available
o) Partition coefficient: noctanol/
water
No data available
p) Auto-ignition
temperature
No data available
q) Decomposition
temperature
No data available
r) Viscosity No data available
s) Explosive properties No data available
t) Oxidizing properties No data available
9.2 Other safety information
No data available
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1 Reactivity
No data available
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No data available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Heat Avoid moisture.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Organic materials, Phosphorus, Powdered metals, Hydrogen sulfide gas
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Other decomposition products - No data available
In the event of fire: see section 5
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
No data available
Inhalation: No data available
Dermal: No data available
No data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
No data available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
No data available
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
No data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
No data available
Carcinogenicity
This product is or contains a component that has been reported to be probably carcinogenic based on its IARC, OSHA,
ACGIH, NTP, or EPA classification. Possible human carcinogen
IARC: 1 - Group 1: Carcinogenic to humans (Magnesium chromate hydrate)
NTP: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as a
known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP.
OSHA: OSHA specifically regulated carcinogen (Magnesium chromate hydrate)
Reproductive toxicity
No data available
No data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
No data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
No data available
Aspiration hazard
No data available
Additional Information
RTECS: Not available
Stomach - Irregularities - Based on Human Evidence
Stomach - Irregularities - Based on Human Evidence
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12.1 Toxicity
No data available
12.2 Persistence and degradability
No data available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
No data available
12.4 Mobility in soil
No data available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted
12.6 Other adverse effects
An environmental hazard cannot be excluded in the event of unprofessional handling or disposal.
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional waste
disposal service to dispose of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a
chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT (US)
Not dangerous goods
IMDG
UN number: 3077 Class: 9 Packing group: III EMS-No: F-A, S-F
Proper shipping name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (Magnesium chromate
hydrate)
Marine pollutant:yes
IATA
UN number: 3077 Class: 9 Packing group: III
Proper shipping name: Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (Magnesium chromate hydrate)
Further information
EHS-Mark required (ADR 2.2.9.1.10, IMDG code 2.10.3) for single packagings and combination packagings containing
inner packagings with Dangerous Goods > 5L for liquids or > 5kg for solids.
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA 302 Components
No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 302.
SARA 313 Components
The following components are subject to reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313:
Magnesium chromate hydrate
CAS-No.
23371-94-0
Revision Date
1993-04-24
SARA 311/312 Hazards
Chronic Health Hazard
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
Magnesium chromate hydrate
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1993-04-24
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Magnesium chromate hydrate
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Revision Date
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New Jersey Right To Know Components
Magnesium chromate hydrate
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Revision Date
1993-04-24
California Prop. 65 Components
WARNING! This product contains a chemical known to the
State of California to cause cancer.
Magnesium chromate hydrate
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Revision Date
2014-06-06
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the
State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
Magnesium chromate hydrate
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23371-94-0
Revision Date
2014-06-06
SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION
Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. American Elements shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale. COPYRIGHT 1997-2022 AMERICAN ELEMENTS. LICENSED GRANTED TO MAKE UNLIMITED PAPER COPIES FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY.