Description

Magnesium n-Propoxide is an organomagnesium compound widely utilized as a versatile catalyst and precursor in advanced material synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to facilitate critical condensation and polymerization reactions under mild conditions, offering high selectivity and efficiency. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking reliable alkoxide reagents.

Application

• Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Employed as a Lewis acid catalyst for condensation reactions, including aldol and Claisen-Schmidt condensations.
• Precursor for Metal Oxide Films: Used in sol-gel processes and chemical vapor deposition (CVD) to produce high-purity magnesium oxide thin films for electronic and optical coatings.
• Polymerization Initiator: Serves as an initiator or co-catalyst in the ring-opening polymerization (ROP) of cyclic esters like lactides and lactones to produce biodegradable polymers.
• Grignard-Type Reagent: Acts as a source of nucleophilic propoxide ions in specialized organic transformations where traditional Grignard reagents are unsuitable.
• Ceramic and Composite Material Production: A key starting material in the synthesis of advanced ceramics and nanocomposites with tailored thermal and mechanical properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring magnesium alkoxide-mediated steps.

Basic Information

Product Name	Magnesium n-Propoxide
CAS No.	35754-82-6
Molecular Formula	C6H14MgO2
Molecular Weight	142.48 g/mol
Synonyms	Magnesium Propoxide; Magnesium Dipropoxide; Magnesium(2+) Dipropanolate; Propanoic Acid Magnesium Salt; Magnesium Propanolate; Bis(propoxy)magnesium; n-Propyl Alcohol Magnesium Salt Derivative; MAG-PROP (common abbreviation)
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Quality Control

Our Magnesium n-Propoxide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition from exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Mg basis)	≥ 95.0 %
Solubility (in Toluene)	Clear solution
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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