CAS 7791-18-6 Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate

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Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate

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Catalog Number

ACM7791186

CAS Number

7791-18-6

Product Name

Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate

Structure

Category

Electrolytes

Synonyms

Magnesium chloride hexahydrate; chlorurede magnesium hydrate; MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE 6H₂O;

IUPAC Name

magnesium; dichloride; hexahydrate

Molecular Weight

203.30

Molecular Formula

H12Cl2MgO6

Canonical SMILES

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

InChI

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

InChI Key

DHRRIBDTHFBPNG-UHFFFAOYSA-L

Boiling Point

1412ºC

Melting Point

117ºC

Purity

96%

Density

1.569

Appearance

white to brown flake or granular crystal

Application

Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate serves a multifaceted purpose across various industries due to its unique properties. Primarily, it acts as a vital mineral supplement, effectively preventing and treating low magnesium levels in the bloodstream, thereby supporting numerous bodily functions and addressing health concerns related to type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, and migraines. Its high solubility makes it a preferred ingredient in pharmaceutical formulations, enhancing the efficacy of medications and nutritional supplements. Beyond health and medicine, Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate finds application in food and beverage production as a firming agent, nutrient supplement, and flavor enhancer, contributing to the overall quality of the products. It is also integral to cosmetic and skincare formulations, where it supports skin health by enhancing nutrient absorption and acting as a cleanser and purifier. In industrial contexts, it is used in the manufacture of fireproofing agents, cement, and as a catalyst in organic synthesis. Additionally, this compound is explored as a promising material for heat and thermal storage, demonstrating its versatility and importance in both consumer and industrial domains.

Complexity

Covalently-Bonded Unit Count

EC Number

232-094-6

Exact Mass

201.9861

Formal Charge

Hazard Statements

Xi: Irritant;

Heavy Atom Count

MDL Number

MFCD00149781