Description

Magnesium (S) Lactate is a high-purity, bioavailable magnesium salt derived from L-lactic acid. This compound serves as an essential mineral source and functional additive, valued for its superior solubility and compatibility in sensitive formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and functional food industries seeking a reliable and effective magnesium ingredient.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Formulations: Used as a magnesium source in tablets, capsules, and liquid preparations for mineral supplementation and as an excipient.
• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: A key active ingredient in magnesium supplements, sports nutrition products, and wellness formulations due to its high bioavailability.
• Functional Food & Beverage Fortification: Employed to enrich foods, dairy products, and health drinks with magnesium without adversely affecting taste or texture.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Incorporated into skincare products for its soothing and stabilizing properties.
• Animal Nutrition: Used in feed premixes and veterinary products as a nutritional mineral supplement.
• Biochemical Research & Reagents: Serves as a defined magnesium source in cell culture media and various laboratory applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Magnesium (S) Lactate
CAS No.	132344-20-8
Molecular Formula	C6H10MgO6 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	202.45 (Anhydrous)
Synonyms	Magnesium L-lactate; Magnesium (2S)-2-hydroxypropanoate; L-Lactic acid magnesium salt; Magnesium lactate (USP); Mag-L; E329; INS 329
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Magnesium (S) Lactate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. It is produced to meet relevant specifications for pharmaceutical (USP/EP) and food grade (FCC) applications, ensuring high purity and consistent batch-to-batch quality. Comprehensive testing is performed, and a Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White or almost white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Mg)	11.0% - 12.5%
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 20.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Microbiological Control	Meets Ph. Eur./USP criteria

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