Magnesium Chloride

Synonym(s)

: Magnesium chloride anhydrous, chloromagnesite, magnesium (II) chloride

Mol. Formula

: Cl2Mg

EC / List no.

: 232-094-6

CAS no.

: 7786-30-3

Molecular weight

: 95,21

Magnesium dichloride is a magnesium salt consisting of two chlorine atoms bonded to a magnesium atom. A magnesium salt is an inorganic chloride and a magnesium halide.

Application

» This substance is used in the following products: biocides (eg disinfectants, pest control products), fertilizers, washing and cleaning products, and water softeners.
» This substance is used in the following areas: agriculture, forestry and fisheries, formulation of blends and/or repackaging, printing and reproduction of recorded media, construction and civil works, and healthcare.
» It is used in the manufacture of chemicals, rubber products, plastic products, pulp, paper and paper products, electrical, electronic, optical equipment and furniture.
» Used in machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints, coatings or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners.

Product Specifications

Physical and Chemical Properties
» Magnesium chloride is in the form of white powder or crystalline solid.

Properties

Characteristics	Unit	Value	Condition
Melting point	°C	712
Density	g/cm3	2.316	20 °C
Solubility	g/ L	468.7	20 °C, soluble with water