Magnesium Cadmium Master Alloy (Mg-Cd Alloy),Magnesium Cadmium Alloy,MgCd20 Alloy,E FOUR

### **Product Introduction: Magnesium Cadmium Master Alloy (Mg-Cd Alloy)** **Product Names:** - Magnesium Cadmium Master Alloy - Mg-Cd Alloy - MgCd20 Alloy #### **Overview** **Important Notice:** Magnesium Cadmium Master Alloy contains cadmium, a substance classified as hazardous under international regulations. This product is intended for industrial use only and must be handled by trained professionals with appropriate safety measures. Due to environmental and health concerns, the use of this alloy is restricted in many applications and regions. #### **Key Features & Advantages** - **Improved Workability:** Enhances rolling and extrusion characteristics of magnesium alloys - **Corrosion Resistance:** Improves resistance to certain corrosive environments in specific applications - **Age Hardening Response:** Contributes to precipitation strengthening in heat-treatable alloys - **Historical Significance:** Previously used in specialized aerospace and military applications --- ### **Chemical Composition** | Element | MgCd20 Alloy | Impurities (Max.) | |---------|---------------|-------------------| | **Cd (Cadmium)** | 19.0 - 21.0% | - | | **Mg (Magnesium)** | Balance | - | | **Fe (Iron)** | ≤ 0.02% | 0.03% | | **Si (Silicon)** | ≤ 0.01% | 0.02% | | **Cu (Copper)** | ≤ 0.005% | 0.01% | | **Ni (Nickel)** | ≤ 0.002% | 0.004% | | **Pb (Lead)** | ≤ 0.005% | 0.01% | *Note: This product contains cadmium, a restricted substance under RoHS, REACH, and other international regulations.* --- ### **Physical Properties** | Property | MgCd20 Alloy | |----------|---------------| | **Form** | Ingot, Notched Ingot | | **Ingot Size** | 2-8 kg per ingot | | **Color** | Silver-white metallic | | **Density** | ~1.9 - 2.1 g/cm³ | | **Melting Point** | ~550°C - 580°C | | **Vickers Hardness** | 35-45 HV | --- ### **Applications** **Historical Applications:** - Aerospace components (historical usage) - Military equipment (historical usage) - Specialized industrial machinery parts - Research and development purposes **Current Status:** - **Restricted Use:** Application is limited due to cadmium toxicity - **Research Applications:** Used in material science research under controlled conditions - **Replacement Recommended:** Modern alternatives available for most historical applications --- ### **International Standards & Regulations** **Environmental Regulations:** - **EU RoHS Directive:** Restricted (exemption review required) - **REACH Regulation:** Subject to authorization requirements - **US TSCA:** Regulated substance - **California Proposition 65:** Requires warning labels **Material Standards:** - **ASTM B93:** Historical references to Mg-Cd containing alloys - **Historical Military Specifications:** Obsolete specifications for specialized applications --- ### **Safety & Handling (CRITICAL)** **Health Hazards:** - **CADMIUM IS CARCINOGENIC** and causes damage to organs through prolonged exposure - Toxic if inhaled or ingested - Causes serious environmental pollution **Required Safety Measures:** - Use in controlled, ventilated environments only - Mandatory PPE: respirators, gloves, protective clothing - Regular health monitoring for exposed personnel - Prohibited in food contact applications **Emergency Procedures:** - Evacuate area in case of fire or spill - Use Class D fire extinguishers for metal fires - Contain and collect spillage using appropriate methods - Professional hazardous waste disposal required **Disposal Requirements:** - Classified as hazardous waste - Must be disposed through licensed hazardous waste handlers - Recycling under controlled conditions recommended --- ### **Alternative Products** We recommend considering these safer alternatives: - Mg-Y (Magnesium Yttrium) Master Alloy - Mg-RE (Magnesium Rare Earth) Master Alloys - Mg-Zn (Magnesium Zinc) based alloys - Mg-Al (Magnesium Aluminum) based alloys --- ### **Legal Compliance Notice** This product is subject to international restrictions on hazardous substances. Users must: - Obtain necessary permits and authorizations - Implement appropriate engineering controls - Provide adequate worker training - Maintain accurate usage records - Ensure proper disposal procedures **Export Control:** This product may be subject to export restrictions under various international regulations. --- **Contact Information** For technical information regarding this product or to discuss safer alternative materials, please contact our technical support team. We strongly recommend evaluating alternative materials before considering Mg-Cd alloys for any application. *This product datasheet is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute authorization to use this material in restricted applications.*

Packing of Standard Packing: Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 3452 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.