Magnesium Carbonate
Magnesium carbonate, MgCO3, is an inorganic salt that is a white solid. Several hydrated and basic forms of magnesium carbonate also exist as minerals. The most common magnesium carbonate forms are the anhydrous salt called magnesite (MgCO3). All forms of magnesium carbonate react in acids. Magnesium carbonate crystallizes in the calcite structure where in Mg2+ is surrounded by six oxygen atoms.
Specifications
| IUPAC Name | Magnesium Carbonate |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 23389-33-5 or 546-93-0 |
| HS Code | 2836.99.10.00 |
| Formula | MgCO3 |
| Appearance | White Powder |
| Common Names | N-hydrate; Magnesium carbonate (1:1) hydrate |
| Packaging | 20 kg bag |
Applications
Pharmaceutical Industry
Magnesium carbonate is an antacid used for symptomatic relief of heartburn,
indigestion, and upset stomach
Detergent Industry
Used in bath products, makeup products, personal cleanliness products,
shaving products, oral care products and skin and hair care products.
Construction Industry
The primary use of magnesium carbonate is the production of magnesium oxide by
calcining. Magnesite and dolomite minerals are used to produce refractory bricks.
MgCO3 is also used in flooring, fireproofing, fire extinguishing compositions,
and dusting powder.
Other Applications
Used as a drying agent for hands in rock climbing, gymnastics, and weight lifting.
Magnesium carbonate is also used in taxidermy for whitening skulls. It can be mixed
with hydrogen peroxide to create a paste, which is then spread on the skull to give
it a white finish. It can also be used as filler material, smoke suppressant in
plastics and reinforcing agent in neoprene rubber.