Description

Magnesium Trichloroacetate is an inorganic salt derived from trichloroacetic acid, offering unique reactivity and solubility characteristics. This compound is valued for its role as a specialized reagent and precursor in advanced chemical synthesis and material science applications. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors for processes requiring a source of the trichloroacetate anion or magnesium cation under specific conditions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a key building block or catalyst in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Utilized in the production of specialized herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a cross-linking agent, flame retardant additive, or precursor for advanced ceramic materials.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed in analytical chemistry and research as a standard or reagent for specific precipitation or derivatization reactions.
• Organic Synthesis: Functions as a carboxylation agent or a source of the trichloromethyl group in various organic transformations.
• Catalyst Preparation: Used in the formulation of catalysts for petrochemical and industrial chemical processes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Magnesium Trichloroacetate
CAS No.	16094-02-3
Molecular Formula	C4Cl6MgO4 or Mg(C2Cl3O2)2
Molecular Weight	354.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Magnesium Bis(trichloroacetate); Trichloroacetic Acid Magnesium Salt; Magnesium Trichloroethanoate; Magnesium Perchloroacetate; Mg(TCA)2; Magnesium Salt of Trichloroacetic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Magnesium Trichloroacetate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support custom synthesis and can tailor purity grades to meet specific application requirements, from technical to high-purity research grades.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and handling properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Mg Content)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.5%
Solubility	Soluble in water, slightly soluble in organic solvents

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.