Description

Magnesium Divalerate is a magnesium salt of valeric acid, offering a bioavailable source of magnesium. This compound is valued for its role as a nutritional supplement ingredient and a functional additive in various industrial formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors for its stability and compatibility.

Application

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Used as a magnesium source in capsule, tablet, and powder formulations to support bone health, muscle function, and enzymatic activity.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key precursor or active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in the synthesis of magnesium-based therapeutic agents.
• Food Fortification: Employed as a mineral fortifier in functional foods and beverages to enhance nutritional value.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Acts as a stabilizing agent or a source of magnesium in skincare and haircare products.
• Industrial Catalysts & Additives: Functions as a catalyst or additive in organic synthesis and polymer production processes.
• Animal Nutrition: Incorporated into feed premixes as a vital mineral supplement for livestock and poultry health.

Basic Information

Product Name	Magnesium Divalerate
CAS No.	556-37-6
Molecular Formula	C10H18MgO4
Molecular Weight	226.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Magnesium Valerate; Magnesium Dipentanoate; Valeric Acid Magnesium Salt; Pentanoic Acid, Magnesium Salt; Magnesium n-Valerate; Magnesium Pentanoate; Mg Valerate
EINECS	209-124-0

Quality Control

Our Magnesium Divalerate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Mg Divalerate)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	Reported on COA
Microbiological Count	Meets Ph. Eur. specifications

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