Magnesium Oxide BP
Abstract:
Magnesium oxide (MgO), or magnesia, is a white hygroscopic solid mineral that occurs naturally as periclase and is a source of magnesium. Based on bulk density it can be classified into heavy and light.
Uses/Applications:
It is used as an antacid and mild laxative. Used as a food additive.
Identity:
Product Name: Magnesium Oxide
Molecular Formula: MgO
Molecular Weight: 40.30 g/mol
CAS No.: 1309-48-4
Specifications:
| Test | Specification |
| Characters | It occurs as a fine, white or almost white powder |
| Identification
Test A Test B Test C |
(a) Bulk density – not more than 0.25 g/mL. (b) Specified test. The solution gives the reaction of magnesium (c) Loss on ignition- Not more than 8.0% |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in water. It dissolves in dilute acids with at most slight effervescence. |
| Appearance of solution | The solution is not intensely colored than reference solution B3 |
| Arsenic | Not more than 4 ppm |
| Heavy Metals | Not more than 30 ppm |
| Iron | Not more than 0.07% |
| Chlorides | Not more than 0.1% |
| Sulfates | Not more than 1.0% |
| Calcium | Not more than 1.5% |
| Soluble substances | Not more than 2.0 % |
| Substances insoluble in acetic acid | Not more than 0.1% |
| Loss on ignition | Not more than 8.0% |
| Assay | Not less than 98.0% and more than 100.5% of MgO (ignited 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.
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