- Type: flakes; granules; powder
- Grade Available: Industrial Grade; Food Grade.
- Color: White; light brown.
- Purity: ≥ 46%.
- Molecular Formula: MgCl₂·6H₂O.
- CAS No.: 7791-18-6.
- Other Name: Magnesium Chloride 46%.
Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate Product Description:
Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate is a white or colorless crystalline solid, highly soluble in water, and commonly used in industrial and chemical processes. It is produced from the reaction of magnesium oxide or magnesium carbonate with hydrochloric acid and crystallized under controlled conditions. Available in both flakes and granules, and also in food grade.
Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate Technical Specification:
Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate Applications:
Industrial Applications:
Dust Control & De-icing: Used for snow and ice melting on roads, as well as for dust suppression on construction and mining sites.
Refractories & Metallurgy: Acts as a binder for refractory materials and used in the production of magnesium-based alloys.
Textile & Dyeing: Acts as a stabilizer and softener in dyeing processes.
Construction: Enhances cement setting time and used in magnesia cement formulations.
Oil & Gas Industry: Used in completion fluids and drilling muds to stabilize boreholes and prevent clay swelling.
Wastewater Treatment: Helps remove phosphates and heavy metals in wastewater treatment processes.
Food Industry (Food Grade):
Coagulant in Tofu Production: Acts as a firming agent in tofu making.
Nutrient Additive: Supplies magnesium in food and beverage fortification.
Flavor Enhancer: Adjusts taste and texture in various processed foods.
Agriculture & Aquaculture:
Fertilizer Component: Provides essential magnesium for plant growth.
Aquaculture Water Treatment: Stabilizes pH and improves water quality in fishponds.
Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate Packaging & Storage:
Packaging: 25kg bag, 1000kg jumbo bag; packaging customization available on request.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Avoid direct exposure to sunlight and incompatible materials.
Shelf Life: 24 months.
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