Magnesium perchlorate hexahydrate

Agent Name
Magnesium perchlorate hexahydrate
CAS Number
13446-19-0
Formula
Cl2-O8.Mg.6H2-O
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Perchloric acid, magnesium salt, hexahydrate; [MSDSonline] UN1475
Category
Perchlorates
Description
White deliquescent solid; [Hawley] White hygroscopic crystals; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used as an oxidizing agent; [Hawley]
Comments
Risk of fire and explosion if contact with organic substances; [Hawley] An oxidizing agent that may cause fire on contact with combustible materials; An irritant; [MSDSonline] See "PERCHLORATES."
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Exposure Assessment

Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Magnesium perchlorate."

Adverse Effects

Methemoglobinemia
MetHgb is secondary toxic effect

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