AmphoMag

Overview

AmphoMag is a universal spill neutralizer and sorbent used to safely adsorb and treat hazardous chemical releases, including acids, bases, and organic liquids. It includes a pH color indicator.

AmphoMag is produced by Premier Magnesia, LLC and is a registered trademark owned by Premier Magnesia, LLC,

Color Change Indicator

A built in multi-range pH indicator is included in AmphoMab After application, it turns red for acids and blue for bases. As Amphomag® neutralizes the spill, the color gradually changes to yellow or green.

Packaging

Amphomag® is packaged in 3 lb. shaker bottles, 50 pound bags and 50 pound totes.

PHOTO: AmphoMag 50lb bag, 3lb shake, and 50lb tote.

Application and Safety Considerations

Acids

All acids will generate heat when neutralized with AmphoMag. Nitric and Perchloric acids will produce more heat than other acids, which may result in some splattering. In order to reduce the potential for splattering, apply a large excess of Ampho-MagTM and completely cover spill with a thick layer of AmphoMag. When Ampho-MagTM is applied to the acid spill, the pH indicator should turn red. This indicates that the spill is still acidic and more AmphoMag needs to be applied to time is required until a yellow/green color indicates neutralization is complete.

Ampho-MagTM will generate heat during a neutralization reaction, especially with acids.

Alkalis (Bases)

Neutralization of alkalis with Ampho-MagTM will generate little heat. It is unlikely any splattering will occur. When AmphoMag is applied to the alkali the pH indicator should turn blue. This indicates that the spill is still alkaline and more AmphoMag should be applied until a yellow/green color indicates that neutralization is complete.

Amount Required

Spilled Material (1 gallon)	Amount of AmphoMag Needed
94% Sulfuric Acid	14 pounds
50% caustic Soda	23 pounds
70% Nitric Acid	6 pounds
35% Hydrochloric Acid	5 pounds
85% Phosphoric Acid	12 pounds

Do not apply to AmphoMag spill in a confined space or closed container such as a drum or pail, gases generate may over-pressurize the vessel resulting in a violent failure.

Solvents and Other Liquids

AmphoMag acts as a sorbent in the case of these liquids and will not render the spill non-hazardous. No adverse reactions with organic solvents are known. If the organic solvent contains appreciable amounts of water, then some heat can be generated. Apply AmphoMag until the spill is dry. Since organic solvents are generally not acidic nor alkaline, the pH indicator is non-functional under these circumstances.

Attachments

AmphoMag Application Guidelines

AmphoMag Application Guidelines.pdf

Safety Data Sheets

Ampho Mag Safety Data Sheet.pdf

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Overview of AmphoMag

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