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Product Name: Magnesium Glycinate Dihydrate
Chemical Formula: C4H8MgN2O6·2H2O
CAS Number: 14783-68-7
Synonyms: Magnesium bisglycinate, Bisglycinato magnesium, Magnesium amino acid chelate
Recommended Use: Nutritional supplement, laboratory chemical
Supplier: [Supplier contact details should be verified per local regulations]
Emergency Contact: Local poison control center or physician
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS
Primary Health Hazards: May cause minor irritation to eyes, skin, or respiratory tract on direct contact
Signal Word: None assigned
Hazard Statements: None established for this compound
Precautionary Statements: Avoid dust generation. Prevent contact with eyes and skin. Use in well-ventilated area
Symptoms of Exposure: Dust may lead to coughing or sneezing. Skin exposure can cause mild irritation. Eye contact may cause watering or stinging sensation
Other Hazards: Low risk of acute toxicity
Chemical Name: Magnesium Glycinate Dihydrate
Common Name: Magnesium bisglycinate
Concentration: >98% pure
Impurities: Trace amounts of glycine, magnesium oxide possible (less than 1%)
CAS Number: 14783-68-7
Molecular Weight: 238.5 g/mol (with dihydrate)
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air immediately. Get medical attention for any difficulty breathing or persistent symptoms.
Skin Contact: Rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Use soap if available. Seek medical advice if irritation develops.
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes, holding eyelids open. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Get medical help if irritation persists.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Seek medical advice in case of large accidental ingestion or if symptoms develop.
General Advice: Always seek physician’s attention if symptoms do not subside. Provide SDS to the medical personnel.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None identified
Special Hazards: Noncombustible. Product itself does not burn but may decompose to release fumes if heated to decomposition
Protective Equipment and Precautions: Firefighters should wear full protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus. Avoid inhalation of fumes created during fire or thermal decomposition
Thermal Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, magnesium oxide
Personal Precautions: Wear protective clothing, gloves, and safety glasses. Avoid generation of dust. Ventilate area.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into waterways, drains, or soil. Collect spillage promptly.
Methods for Containment and Cleaning Up: Scoop or vacuum up material and place into a secure, labeled waste container. Clean area thoroughly to remove residues. Avoid dry sweeping which might disperse dust.
Reference to Other Sections: See sections on exposure controls and disposal considerations for further recommendations.
Handling: Use with adequate ventilation. Limit dust build-up. Avoid inhalation, ingestion, or contact with eyes and skin. Wash hands after handling.
Storage Requirements: Keep container tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture and incompatible substances. Protect from physical damage.
Incompatible Materials: Avoid strong acids, strong oxidizers
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established limits for this compound
Engineering Controls: Maintain proper ventilation especially when handling powders. Use local exhaust if dust is generated
Personal Protective Equipment:
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Odor Threshold: Not applicable
pH: Slightly alkaline in solution
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Decomposes above 350°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Not flammable
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Relative Density: About 1.7 g/cm³
Solubility: Soluble in water
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature: Above 350°C
Viscosity: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended conditions of storage and use
Reactivity: No hazardous reactivity under normal conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid excessive heat, humidity, and exposure to incompatible chemicals
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, magnesium oxide on thermal decomposition
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Acute Toxicity: No data for acute oral or dermal toxicity in humans; product considered to have low toxicity
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild irritation possible after prolonged contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause temporary irritation
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not reported as sensitizer
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: No data available, not expected to be mutagenic
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, OSHA, NTP
Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence from available data for harmful reproductive effects
STOT-Single Exposure/Repeated Exposure: Not expected to cause systemic toxicity
Potential Health Effects: Dust may irritate respiratory tract, skin, eyes on direct exposure; ingestion of large amounts may disrupt electrolyte balance
Ecotoxicity: Magnesium and glycine compounds have low toxicity to aquatic organisms
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable; breaks down into non-hazardous substances
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Mobile in water, water soluble
Other Adverse Effects: None known; avoid large scale releases to the environment
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Product Disposal: Small amounts can be disposed of in regular trash after dilution with water. For large amounts, consult waste disposal authorities.
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse containers and dispose as regular waste or per regulations.
Additional Notes: Do not allow large quantities to enter drains or watercourses.
UN Number: Not regulated
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class(es): Not classified as hazardous for transport
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: None
Special Precautions for User: Transport in original container. Prevent spillage.
OSHA Status: Not regulated as hazardous
TSCA: Listed under US Toxic Substances Control Act
REACH Status: Exempt or pre-registered under European REACH
WHMIS (Canada): Not controlled
SARA Title III: Not classified as hazardous under SARA
Labelling Requirements: Keep labeling consistent with good laboratory practice and chemical hygiene regulations
Other Applicable Regulations: Not regulated as a drug or dangerous substance in most locations, always verify with local authorities
