≥1 piece |
Molecular Formula |
Mg(C 3 H 5 O 3 ) 2 ,2H 2 O |
Formula Weight |
238.50 |
CAS No. |
18917-93-6 |
Characteristics |
A White or almost white, crystalline or granular powder |
Solubility |
Soluble in water, freely soluble in boiling water, slightly soluble in ethanol (96%). |
Identification |
Reaction of lactates : Positive Reaction of Magnesium : Positive |
Appearance of solution |
BP |
pH (5% w/v solution) |
6.5 to 8.5 |
Chlorides |
Max. 200ppm |
Sulphates |
Max. 400ppm |
Iron |
Max. 50ppm |
Heavy metals |
Max. 20ppm |
Loss on drying (at 125 0 C ) |
14.0% to 17.0%
|
Assay (Anhydrous basis)
|
98.0% to 102.0%
|