CAS 13446-53-2 Magnesium bromide hexahydrate

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Magnesium bromide hexahydrate

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Catalog Number

ACM13446532

CAS Number

13446-53-2

Product Name

Magnesium bromide hexahydrate

Structure

Category

Electrolytes

Synonyms

Magnesium bromide

IUPAC Name

Magnesium;dibromide;hexahydrate

Molecular Weight

292.21

Molecular Formula

Br2H12MgO6

Canonical SMILES

O.O.O.O.O.O.[Mg+2].[Br-].[Br-]

InChI

InChI=1S/2BrH.Mg.6H₂O/h2*1H;6*1H2/q;+2;/p-2

InChI Key

LGLXXNHIGIJYQQ-UHFFFAOYSA-L

Melting Point

165 °C

Purity

99%+

Density

2 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

Appearance

White crystalline powder

Application

Magnesium bromide hexahydrate is primarily utilized for its capability to act as a flame retardant and as a source of magnesium ions. This compound plays a crucial role as a co-factor for numerous enzymes, including deoxyribonuclease (DNase) and various restriction enzymes, which are essential in biochemical processes. Additionally, it serves important functions in organic synthesis by forming several addition compounds. Its occurrence in natural environments, like seawater and brines, and its hygroscopic nature further contribute to its versatility in industrial and medical applications, such as serving as a sedative and anticonvulsant in the treatment of nervous disorders.

Storage

Hygroscopic,Room Temperature,under inert atmosphere

Complexity

Covalently-Bonded Unit Count

EC Number

603-827-0

Exact Mass

291.88306

Formal Charge

Heavy Atom Count

Monoisotopic Mass

289.8851