Description

Magnesium Sulfate Hydrate is an essential inorganic salt widely used across multiple industries for its versatile chemical and physical properties. This compound serves as a critical source of magnesium and sulfate ions, making it invaluable for applications ranging from agriculture to pharmaceuticals. Key industrial users include manufacturers of fertilizers, animal feed, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals who rely on its consistent quality and reliable supply.

Application

• Agriculture & Horticulture: A vital component in magnesium-deficient fertilizers and soil amendments to correct nutrient imbalances and promote plant health.
• Animal Nutrition: Used as a magnesium supplement in feed premixes to support metabolic functions and bone development in livestock.
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Employed as an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in laxatives and electrolyte replenishers, and as a reagent in various synthesis processes.
• Industrial Processes: Acts as a coagulant in wastewater treatment, a drying agent in organic synthesis, and a component in the production of cement and textiles.
• Food Industry (FCC Grade): Functions as a firming agent, nutrient supplement, and brewing salt in food processing applications.
• Laboratory & Research: Serves as a standard reagent and buffer component in analytical chemistry and molecular biology.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Magnesium Sulfate Hydrate
CAS No.	22189-08-8
Molecular Formula	MgSO4·xH2O
Molecular Weight	Variable (based on hydration state)
Synonyms	Epsom Salt; Bitter Salt; Magnesium Sulfate Heptahydrate (common form); Magnesium Sulphate; Sulfuric Acid Magnesium Salt; MgSO4; CAS 7487-88-9 (Heptahydrate)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Magnesium Sulfate Hydrate is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We offer various grades, including Technical, USP, and FCC, each meeting the relevant purity and safety specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profiles, and physical parameters is provided with every 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as MgSO4)	≥ 99.0%
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 8.0
Loss on Drying	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.005%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001%

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