Description

Magnesium Perchlorate Dihydrate is a highly effective and powerful desiccant and oxidizing agent. Its exceptional drying capacity makes it a critical material for applications requiring extremely low moisture environments. This compound is essential for industries and research laboratories focused on analytical chemistry, gas purification, and specialty synthesis. We supply high-purity grades to meet the stringent demands of global industrial and scientific markets.

Application

• Desiccant in Analytical Instruments: Used as a drying agent in gas analysis, IR spectroscopy, and other sensitive analytical equipment to remove trace water vapor.
• Gas Drying and Purification: Critical for drying air, nitrogen, oxygen, and other industrial gases to ultra-low dew points in chemical processing.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a powerful oxidizing agent and catalyst in specific organic reactions and polymerization processes.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed as a high-grade desiccant in desiccators and as a reagent in quantitative analytical chemistry (e.g., Karl Fischer titration).
• Pyrotechnics and Propellants: Used in specialized formulations for its oxidizing properties, though handling requires expert knowledge.
• Electrolyte Component: Investigated for use in specialty battery and electrochemical cell research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Magnesium Perchlorate Dihydrate
CAS No.	18716-62-6
Molecular Formula	Mg(ClO4)2 · 2H2O
Molecular Weight	299.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Magnesium Perchlorate Hydrate; Perchloric Acid, Magnesium Salt, Dihydrate; Anhydrone (trade name for desiccant grade); Dehydrite (trade name); Magnesium diperchlorate dihydrate; UN 1475 (Oxidizer)
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Quality Control

Our Magnesium Perchlorate Dihydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, moisture content, and chemical identity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and physical properties is provided with every shipment. We can supply grades suitable for industrial and high-purity laboratory applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and strong oxidizing nature, it must be kept separate from organic materials, strong acids, and reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Mg(ClO4)2 · 2H2O)	≥ 98.0 %
Water (Karl Fischer)	10.0 - 13.0 %
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.001 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.002 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.0005 %

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