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| Ampho-Mag application guidelines |
As with all neutralizing agents, it is possible that Ampho-Mag™ will generate
heat during a neutralization reaction, especially with acids. If heat is generated on
application of Ampho-Mag™, allow the spill to cool before attempting to dispose of the
Ampho-Mag™. When applying Ampho-Mag mix thoroughly and keep applying Ampho-Mag™ until the
spill is fairly dry. If combustible materials are close to the spill, remove them from the
area before application of Ampho-Mag™. Use caution when applying Ampho-Mag™ to a spill
that has covered combustible materials such as cardboard or wood as heat may be generated
during the application which may result in a fire. Do not apply to a spill in a
confined space such as a drum or pail.
ACIDS
All acids will generate heat when neutralized with Ampho-Mag™. 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-Mag™ and completely cover spill with a thick layer of Ampho-Mag™. When Ampho-Mag™ is applied to the acid spill, the pH indicator should turn red. This indicates that the spill is still acidic and more Ampho-Mag™ needs to be applied until a yellow/green color indicates neutralization is complete.
ALKALIS
Neutralization of alkalis with Ampho-Mag™ will generate little heat. It is unlikely any splattering will occur. When Ampho-Mag™ is applied to the alkali the pH indicator should turn blue. This indicates that the spill is still alkaline and more Ampho-Mag™ should be applied until a yellow/green color indicates that neutralization is complete.
SOLVENTS & OTHER LIQUIDS
Ampho-Mag™ 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 Ampho-Mag™ until the spill is dry. Since organic solvents are generally not
acidic nor alkaline, the pH indicator is non-functional under these circumstances.
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