Magnesium Carbonate
Product Description
Magnesium carbonate, also known as magnesia alba, is an inorganic salt with various applications.
Product:
Magnesium Carbonate
CAS:
546-93-0
Synonym:
Magnesite; Magnesium carbonate hydrate; Magnesia alba
Structure:
Typical Characteristics
Appearance
Colorless or white crystals
Density
3.0 g/cm3
Melting point
350 °C
Molecular Weight
84.31
Odor
Odorless
Purity
99%
Refractive index
1.717
Uses, Applications & Markets
Key applications
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Magnesium Carbonate used in many
industry applications
Magnesium carbonate is a chemical compound with various industrial applications. Here are some of its uses:
- Refractory Material: Magnesium carbonate is utilized as a refractory material in the production of fireproof materials, such as furnace linings, crucibles, and refractory bricks.
- Antacid: It is used as an antacid in pharmaceutical formulations to neutralize excess stomach acid and alleviate symptoms of indigestion and heartburn.
- Drying Agent: Magnesium carbonate is employed as a drying agent in the production of drying powders and antiperspirants to absorb moisture and reduce sweating.
- Food Additive: It is used as a food additive in the production of baked goods, flour, and salt substitutes to control acidity, prevent caking, and improve texture.
- Athletic Equipment: Magnesium carbonate is commonly used as a drying agent and grip enhancer in sports equipment, such as gymnastics chalk, weightlifting chalk, and rock climbing chalk.
- Cosmetics: It is utilized in the production of cosmetics and personal care products, such as face powders, baby powders, and body powders, for its absorbent and mattifying properties.
- Fertilizer: Magnesium carbonate is used as a source of magnesium in agricultural fertilizers to correct magnesium deficiencies in soil and promote plant growth.
- Chemical Synthesis: It serves as a precursor in the synthesis of other magnesium compounds, such as magnesium hydroxide, magnesium oxide, and magnesium sulfate.