Precautions for handling and storage of magnesium sulphate

    Magnesium sulphate is a product that can be used in the fields of leather making, explosives, papermaking, porcelain, fertilizer, and medical oral laxatives. The magnesium sulphate product is often used as a fertilizer in agriculture, such as potted plants or lack thereof. Magnesium crops, such as tomatoes, potatoes, roses, etc.; compared with other fertilizers, this product has the advantage of higher solubility. The product is white crystalline solid, odorless, and bitter. For this product, we should also pay attention to some matters during operation and storage, so that we can better utilize the characteristics of the product and protect our personal safety, then the editor will take you to take a look at its specific precautions What are they?

    (1) Operation precautions

    1. Airtight operation, local exhaust to prevent magnesium sulphate dust from being released into the workshop air.

    2. Operators must undergo special training and strictly abide by the operating procedures.

    3. Be aware that the emptied container may remain harmful to magnesium sulphate.

    4. Avoid generating dust and avoid contact with oxidants.

    5. Equipped with emergency treatment equipment for magnesium sulphate leakage.

    6. It is recommended that operators wear self-priming filter dust respirators, chemical safety goggles, anti-poison penetration overalls, and rubber gloves.

    (2) Precautions for storage

    Magnesium sulphate should be stored in a cool, ventilated warehouse; away from fire, heat sources and direct sunlight; sealed and stored separately from oxidants, avoid mixed storage; storage areas should be equipped with suitable materials to contain leakage.

    The above are some precautions about the handling and storage of magnesium sulphate. I hope that the editor’s article can be helpful to everyone in the future!