Magnesium chloride(Cat No.:R071290), is an inorganic compound composed of magnesium and chlorine ions. It is highly soluble in water and is commonly found in nature, especially in seawater and various mineral deposits. Magnesium chloride has numerous industrial and commercial applications. It is utilized as a de-icing agent for roads and sidewalks in cold climates, a coagulant in tofu production, and a dust control agent on unpaved roads. Additionally, it serves as a source of magnesium in the production of magnesium metal and various magnesium compounds. It also has applications in medicine and as a nutrient supplement in agriculture.
Catalog Number | R071290 |
CAS Number | 7786-30-3 |
Molecular Formula | MgCl2· 6H2O |
Purity | 95% |
Storage | 2-8°C |
IUPAC Name | magnesium;dichloride |
InChI | InChI=1S/2ClH.Mg/h2*1H;/q;;+2/p-2 |
InChIKey | TWRXJAOTZQYOKJ-UHFFFAOYSA-L |
SMILES | [Mg+2].[Cl-].[Cl-] |