Product Name: Magnesium Malate
Chemical Formula: C4H4MgO5
Other Names: Magnesium 2-hydroxybutanedioate
Recommended Use: Dietary supplement, laboratory use
Supplier: Reference actual supplier documentation for contact information
Emergency Contact Phone: Refer to local regulations and supplier information
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to available regulatory data
Signal Word: No signal word required
Hazard Statements: Product is considered to have low hazard in normal conditions
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhaling dust, avoid prolonged skin and eye contact, use personal protection if exposure risk rises
Hazard Symbols: None
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation may cause mild respiratory irritation, skin contact may cause minor irritation in sensitive individuals, eye contact could cause mild discomfort, ingestion of large amounts may trigger digestive discomfort
Chemical Name: Magnesium Malate
CAS Number: 869-06-7
Molecular Weight: 156.38 g/mol
Purity: Usually above 98% for supplement and laboratory use
Impurities: Trace amounts of related organic acids or mineral salts sometimes detected
Ingredient Disclosure: No hazardous impurities at more than 1% as per GHS reporting criteria
Inhalation: Move affected person outdoors, keep comfortable for breathing, provide fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash area with mild soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical attention if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, keep eyelids apart, get medical advice if irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, provide water to drink if victim is conscious, seek professional medical assistance if symptoms occur or if large amounts are swallowed
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide extinguishers
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use strong water jets directly on material
Hazards from Combustion: May emit carbon oxides and magnesium oxides during decomposition
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear when combating major fires
Special Precautions: Move containers from fire area if safe, avoid breathing combustion products, cool surrounding containers with water spray
Personal Precautions: Wear dust mask, gloves, safety goggles to minimize exposure to dust
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large spills from entering drains, surface water, or soil
Cleanup Methods: Sweep or vacuum up material without generating dust, place into suitable closed container for disposal, clean spill area with damp cloth or mop to prevent dust formation
Disposal: Collected waste material should be disposed of in accordance with local and national regulations
Handling: Avoid generating dust, handle in well-ventilated area, use personal protection if handling large quantities
Storage Conditions: Keep tightly closed in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated space, store away from direct sunlight, moisture, and incompatible substances like strong acids or oxidizers
Specific Requirements: Use only with clean hands and avoid eating, drinking, or smoking in storage/handling areas for good hygiene
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits established for Magnesium Malate; follow good laboratory practices
Engineering Controls: Work in well-ventilated space or use local exhaust where dust can be generated
Eye Protection: Safety glasses or goggles
Skin Protection: Nitrile or latex gloves, lab coat or appropriate protective clothing
Respiratory Protection: Use dust mask if airborne concentration poses inhalation risk
General Hygiene: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, do not store food or drink near materials, clean work surfaces often
Appearance: White to off-white powder
Odor: Odorless
Odor Threshold: Not applicable
pH: Slightly acidic in solution
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Decomposes rather than melts, specific range not established
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes on strong heating)
Flash Point: Not flammable
Solubility: Freely soluble in water
Vapor Pressure: Not relevant
Relative Density: 1.56 g/cm³
Partition Coefficient: Not established
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature: Above 200°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: Low, non-reactive with most substances under standard conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: May react with strong acids or bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, magnesium oxides in case of thermal decomposition
Conditions to Avoid: Excess moisture, contact with strong acids, high heat
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, concentrated mineral acids
Polymerization: Product does not polymerize
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity expected for oral, dermal, or inhalational exposure based on available data
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not classified as skin irritant, may trigger mild irritation for sensitive individuals
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Mild eye discomfort possible on direct exposure
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Sensitization not expected under normal use
Repeated Dose Toxicity: Prolonged or excessive ingestion can cause gastrointestinal upset
Carcinogenicity, Mutagenicity, Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence for carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reproductive toxicity effects
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Existing respiratory disorders or magnesium metabolism disorders could be affected by excessive exposure
Ecotoxicity: Low environmental hazard, not expected to pose significant risk to aquatic or terrestrial organisms at usual levels
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable through natural processes
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low, unlikely to bioaccumulate in food chains
Mobility in Soil: Water soluble, mobile in moist soil conditions, unlikely to cause lasting contamination
Other Adverse Effects: No information indicating significant long-term environmental impact
Disposal Methods: Dispose of via approved waste management provider, following local regulatory guidelines
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers should be rinsed and disposed of or recycled according to local regulations
Special Disposal Considerations: Avoid creating dust during disposal, do not dispose of large quantities in the environment or sewer systems
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous goods under international or domestic regulations
Packing Group: Not applicable
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions for User: Secure packaging against breakage, prevent dust release during transport, store away from food and strong chemicals during shipment
Global Inventories: Listed or exempted in most chemical inventories including US TSCA, EU REACH (EINECS), and others
OSHA Hazard Communication: Not classified as hazardous under the OSHA Standard
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting requirements
California Proposition 65: Not on Proposition 65 list
EINECS/ELINCS Number: 212-727-4
Other Country Regulations: Review regional regulatory requirements for compliance
