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Magnesium Chloride
Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.
Chemical identity
| English name | Magnesium Chloride |
|---|---|
| English synonyms | Magnesium chloride hexahydrate;Magnesium chloride;MgCl2·6H2O |
| Chinese name | 六水氯化镁 |
| Chinese synonyms | 氯化镁(六水);卤片;卤粉 |
| Chemical category | Inorganic Salts |
| CAS No. | 7791-18-6 |
| EINECS No. | 232-094-6 |
| Molecular formula | MgCl2·6H2O |
| Molecular weight | 203.3 |
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Technical indicators
MgCl2 content ≥46.0%; water-insoluble matter ≤0.1%; sulfate ≤0.02%; alkali chlorides ≤0.5%
Performance characteristics
Colorless to white crystalline flakes or granules, highly hygroscopic, soluble in water
Application scenarios
De-icing agent, dust control, magnesium metal production, refractory material, food additive, pharmaceuticals