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Magnesium chloride

CAS Number
7786-30-3
EC Number
232-094-6
Chemical Formula
Cl2Mg
Molecular Weight
95.21 g/mol

Description

Magnesium chloride (CAS 7786-30-3 ), also sold as E511 in food applications, is an inorganic salt sourced from seawater, brine, and mineral deposits. It functions across industries as a coagulant, dust suppressant, de-icer, and mineral supplement. In food production, E511 acts as a coagulant in tofu manufacturing and a firming agent in processed foods, where controlled magnesium ion release is critical to texture. Road maintenance and mining operations use it for dust suppression. It is used for ice control on unpaved surfaces and haul roads, where its hygroscopic behavior keeps surfaces bound under dry conditions. In water treatment, it supports pH adjustment and serves as a magnesium source. It is used in remineralization processes for drinking water. Pharmaceutical and agricultural formulators use the anhydrous form as a catalyst precursor in Grignard reactions and as a magnesium supplement in fertilizer blends. It is also utilized in animal feed mineral mixes. Magnesium chloride is supplied as hexahydrate flakes, prills, or powder, and in anhydrous form for chemical synthesis applications across various industrial sectors. Food-grade material is available to FCC specification; pharmaceutical-grade material meets USP and Ph. Eur. standards. Technical-grade flakes and liquid brine solutions are the standard commercial forms. Contact us for supply of Magnesium chloride Request Quote

Other Names (Synonyms)

magnesium chloride anhydrous | magnesium dichloride | MgCl2 | Anhydrous magnesium chloride | 59XN63C8VM | Magnesium chloride (MgCl2) | Magnogene | E511

Key Technical Features

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Physical Properties

Melting Point712 °C
Boiling Point1412 °C
Density2.32 g/cm³
Appearancewhite powder
Colorcolorless
Odorodorless
Formpowder
Water Solubility400 G/L (20 ºC)
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.336
pH5.0-7.5 (25℃, 1M in H2O)

Safety & Handling

Danger
GHS05· CorrosiveGHS07· Irritant

Hazard Statements

H290May be corrosive to metals
H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary Statements

P234Keep only in original packaging.
P261Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P317Get emergency medical help.
P319Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
P321Specific treatment (see … on this label).
P330Rinse mouth.
P390Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.
P405Store locked up.
P406Store in a corrosion-resistant/… container with a resistant inner liner.
P501Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
P265Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P317Get emergency medical help.
P352IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
P340IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P317Get emergency medical help.
P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Get emergency medical help.
P364Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Trade & Regulatory

HS Code28273100
Storage Class13 - Non Combustible Solids
WGK (Germany)1