Description

Magnesium Selenite(IV) is an inorganic compound of significant industrial and research interest. This material is valued for its role as a source of bioavailable selenium, an essential trace element, and for its utility in specialized chemical synthesis. It serves critical functions in the nutritional supplement, agricultural, and advanced materials sectors, where precise chemical composition and purity are paramount for product efficacy and safety.

Application

• Nutritional Supplement Precursor: Used in the formulation of selenium-enriched animal feed and mineral premixes to address selenium deficiencies.
• Agricultural Additive: Incorporated into specialty fertilizers to enhance selenium content in crops, supporting soil and plant health.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key reagent or intermediate in the preparation of other selenium-containing compounds and catalysts.
• Laboratory Research: Employed as a standard or starting material in analytical chemistry and materials science research.
• Glass and Ceramics Manufacturing: Can be used as a minor additive to modify the optical or electrical properties of specialty glasses and ceramic glazes.
• Electronics Industry: Investigated for potential applications in semiconductor doping and the fabrication of photoelectric materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Magnesium Selenite(IV)
CAS No.	15593-61-0
Molecular Formula	MgSeO3 (commonly represented)
Molecular Weight	151.27 g/mol (for MgSeO3)
Synonyms	Magnesium selenite; Magnesium selenite(IV); Selenious acid, magnesium salt; Magnesium monoselenite; Magnesium(2+) selenite; Magnesium selenium oxide; MgSeO3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Magnesium Selenite(IV) is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under conditions that minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (MgSeO3)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Selenium Content	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 5 ppm

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