Magnesium Lactate Dihydrate BP
Abstract:
Magnesium lactate, the magnesium salt of lactic acid, which is a white granular powder.
Uses/Applications:
Magnesium lactate is used as a mineral supplement. Added to some food and beverages as an acidity regulator and labeled as E329.
Identity:
Molecular Formula: C6H10MgO6.2H2O
Molecular Weight: 238.5 g/mol
CAS No.: 18917-93-6
| Test | Specification |
| Characters | It occurs as white or almost white, crystalline or granular powder |
| Identification
Test (A) Test (B) |
(a)It gives the reaction of lactates (b)It gives the reaction of magnesium |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water, soluble in boiling water and practically insoluble in ethanol (96%) |
| Appearance of solution | The solution is not more opalescent than the reference suspension and not more intensely colored than the reference solution BY6 |
| pH | Between 6.5 and 8.5 |
| Chlorides | Not more than 200ppm |
| Sulphates | Not more than 400ppm |
| Iron | Not more than 50ppm |
| Heavy metals | Not more than 20ppm |
| Loss on drying | Between 14.0% and 17.0% |
| Assay | Not less than 98.0% and not more than 102.0% (dried substance) |
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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We observe WHO Good manufacturing practice and Good laboratory practice.
