Magnesium Carbonate BP
Abstract
Magnesium Carbonate is an inorganic compound that occurs as a white powder. Magnesium carbonate is a magnesium salt with formula MgCO3.
Uses/Applications:
It is used as a food additive and has the E number E504. It is used in foods as an acidity regulator, alkali and as an anti-caking agent. It is used in salts, dry mixes and icing sugar, in flour, breads and bakery products. Commonly used as an antacid.
Identity
Chemical Name: Magnesium Carbonate
Mol. Formula: MgCO3
Mol. Weight: 84.31 g/mol
CAS No.: 546-93-0
General Specifications
| Test | Specification |
| Characters | It appears as a white or almost white powder |
| Identification
Test (A) Test (B) Test(C) |
(a) Bulk density- Maximum 0.15 g/mL (b)It gives the reaction of carbonates (c) Specified test. The solution gives the reaction of magnesium |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in water. It dissolves in dilute acids with effervescence. |
| Appearance of solution | The solution S is not more intensely colored than the reference solution B4 |
| Soluble substances | Not more than 1.0% |
| Substances insoluble in acetic acid | Not more than 0.05% |
| Chlorides | Not more than 700 ppm |
| Sulfates | Not more than 0.3% |
| Arsenic | Not more than 2 ppm |
| Calcium | Not more than 0.75% |
| Iron | Not more than 400 ppm |
| Heavy metals | Not more than 20 ppm |
| Assay | Not less than 40.0% to not more than 45.0% calculated as MgO |
Shelf life, Storage and Packing
It should be stored in a segregated area in a cool and ventilated place away from combustible materials. Keep in a tightly closed container, sealed until ready for use. It is packed in 25kg or 50kg HDPE bags or drums as required.
Other
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