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Magnesium hydroxide
Magnesium hydroxide is a white, crystalline powder used as an antacid, laxative, and flame retardant. It is also employed in water treatment and as a neutralizing agent. Available in powder form with a molecular weight of 58.32 g/mol, it has a CAS number of 1309-42-8 and is stable at ambient storage conditions. Molekula supplies Magnesium hydroxide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Magnesium hydroxide is a white, crystalline powder used as an antacid, laxative, and flame retardant. It is also employed in water treatment and as a neutralizing agent. Available in powder form with a molecular weight of 58.32 g/mol, it has a CAS number of 1309-42-8 and is stable at ambient storage conditions. Molekula supplies Magnesium hydroxide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Water | ≤0.3% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤31% |
| Chloride (Cl) | ≤0.08% |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.006% |
| Calcium (Ca) | ≤0.03% |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤0.005% |
| aluminium (Al) | ≤0.005% |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤0.032% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 60 months |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 1309-42-8 |
| Molecular Formula | Mg(OH)2 |
| Molecular Weight | 58.32 |
| SMILES | [OH-].[OH-].[Mg+2] |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2816.10.00.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2816100000 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is magnesium hydroxide used for?
Magnesium hydroxide is commonly used as an antacid, laxative, and in water treatment for pH adjustment and heavy metal precipitation.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of magnesium hydroxide?
The formula is Mg(OH)2 and the molecular weight is 58.32 g/mol.
How should magnesium hydroxide be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and contamination.
What grade of magnesium hydroxide does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies reagent grade magnesium hydroxide suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply magnesium hydroxide in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply magnesium hydroxide in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a magnesium hydroxide order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) upon request.
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