Product Name: Magnesium D-Gluconate
Chemical Formula: C12H22MgO14
CAS Number: 3632-91-5
EC Number: 222-848-2
Synonyms: Magnesium gluconate
Recommended Use: Used in food, pharmaceutical formulations, supplements
Manufacturer: Refer to supplier’s product literature for contact details
Emergency Contact Number: Provided in supplier’s documentation at the time of purchase
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS criteria
Label Elements: No standard symbol or signal word required for non-hazardous classification
Hazard Statements: No known significant effects or critical hazards
Precautionary Statements: Minimize dust generation, avoid inhalation, wash hands after handling
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation of large amounts can cause irritation of respiratory tract, dust may irritate eyes or skin
Chemical Name: Magnesium D-Gluconate
Content: Material typically greater than 98% purity
Common Impurities: Trace levels of related gluconates, water of hydration
Other Components: None present at reportable levels
General Advice: Remove source of exposure and move to fresh air or clean area
Inhalation: Relocate affected subject to fresh air, monitor for respiratory distress, seek medical attention if complications occur
Skin Contact: Rinse with plenty of water, removing contaminated clothing, wash affected area thoroughly
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, do not rub, seek help if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, drink water, do not induce vomiting, obtain medical attention if large quantity consumed or symptoms develop
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or foam
Unsuitable Media: None identified for this material
Combustion Products: May emit carbon oxides, magnesium oxide, and other irritating fumes upon strong heating
Fire Hazards: Product is not easily combustible, dust can create explosive air/dust mixtures at high concentrations
Protective Equipment: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear for firefighting in confined space
Special Procedures: Move containers from fire area, cool exposed containers with water mist
Personal Precautions: Wear dust mask or respirator, safety glasses, and protective clothing
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large spills from entering watercourses and sewers
Cleanup Methods: Sweep or vacuum spill using equipment with dust collection for avoid swirling dust into air, place in appropriate waste container for disposal
Disposal: Follow local, regional, and national waste disposal regulations
Precautions for Safe Handling: Minimize dust formation, avoid breathing dust, use in well-ventilated areas, keep container tightly closed
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking, remove contaminated clothing and clean before reuse
Storage Conditions: Keep away from moisture, store in dry, cool, well-ventilated area, keep away from incompatible substances such as strong acids and oxidizers
Packaging Materials: Use original or compatible containers that prevent entry of moisture
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established regulatory limits for magnesium D-gluconate or its dust
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust or general dilution ventilation to control dust
Personal Protective Equipment: Use protective eyewear, gloves, and dust mask
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator if airborne concentrations exceed safe levels
Hand Protection: Wear chemical resistant gloves such as nitrile or neoprene
Eye Protection: Safety glasses with side shields or chemical goggles
Skin Protection: Appropriate laboratory or industrial protective clothing
Appearance: White to off-white, fine crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Melting Point: Decomposes above 150°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable for solids
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Solubility in Water: Freely soluble, forms clear solution
Density: Around 1.68 g/cm³
pH: 6.5–7.5 in 10% solution
Flash Point: Not combustible
Explosive Properties: Not considered explosive under normal conditions
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not self-igniting
Partition Coefficient: No data available
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: No known hazardous reactions with common materials
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to moisture, high humidity, excessive heat
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Thermal decomposition yields magnesium oxide, carbon oxides, possible irritant fumes
Acute Toxicity: No data on acute toxicity, low hazard expected in typical industrial or laboratory use
Chronic Toxicity: No known chronic health risks reported for long-term exposure
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion
Symptoms of Exposure: Coughing, mild skin or eye irritation from dust, gastrointestinal discomfort from ingestion
Sensitization: Not reported as sensitizer
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence of reproductive effects in available literature
Mutagenicity: No known mutagenic effects observed in tested organisms
Ecotoxicity: Magnesium and gluconate are not considered persistent, bioaccumulative, or toxic in the environment
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to biodegrade in water and soil
Bioaccumulation: Not likely to accumulate in aquatic organisms
Mobility in Soil: Material is water soluble and may migrate in moist environments
Other Adverse Effects: Large releases may alter water pH and be harmful to aquatic organisms due to magnesium ion load if present at high concentrations
Waste Handling: Small quantities may be disposed as non-hazardous chemical waste after diluting with plenty of water
Regulation Compliance: Disposal must comply with local, regional, national laws and regulations
Container Disposal: Empty containers should be rinsed thoroughly, then recycled or disposed of in line with local recommendations
Precautions: Avoid generating dust during disposal, prevent material from entering surface water or sewer systems
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Magnesium D-Gluconate
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous
Packing Group: No special packing group
Environmental Hazards: None identified
Special Precautions for User: Keep containers tightly sealed and dry during transport
Transport in Bulk: No special restrictions under MARPOL/IBC codes
TSCA Inventory: Listed in TSCA inventory
REACH Status: Exempted or pre-registered in the EU, consult supplier
FDA Status: Permitted as magnesium source in food and pharmaceutical uses as per regulatory approvals
Other Applicable Regulations: Ensure compliance with OSHA, WHMIS, and local worker safety/environmental protection guidelines
Labeling Requirements: Standard product identifier, supplier, and safety phrase labeling as required by region