Data Sheet

Magnesium Peroxide

Typical Chemical Analysis

Product Code13-0700
AppearancePale Cream Powder
Purity50.0% min.
Active Oxygen14.2% min
Solubility in WaterVery Slightly Soluble
Other ConstituentsMgO, Mg(OH)₂, MgCO₃

OTHER SPECIFICATIONS: Other purities available upon request.

PACKAGING: 225 lb. Polylined Fiber Drums

Uses

Magnesium peroxide acts as a curing agent for certain elastometric compounds. It is also used in the polymerization of polyester resins and in cosmetics and pharmacology.

Handling

Mechanical exhaust is required. Keep containers sealed, store in a dry, cool place. Toxic if ingested. Avoid inhalation and ingestion. Can be esplosive when mixing with reducing agents. Since no exposure limits have been established by OSHA and ACGIH, we recommend that our product be treated as a nuisance dust 15mg/m3. See SDS for more information.

Proper Shipping Name

Shipping Information

Magnesium Peroxide

UN# 1476, Class 5.1, PGII, Label Code 5.1

Product Information

Magnesium Peroxide

CAS Number14452-57-4
RTEC NumberOM 4100000
Water SolubilityInsoluble
EINEC Number2384381
Molecular Wt.56.32
Molecular FormulaMgO₂

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