Description

Magnesium Aluminum Phosphate is an inorganic compound with the CAS registry number 50853-21-9, valued for its unique combination of magnesium, aluminum, and phosphate ions. This material serves as a versatile functional additive, offering properties such as thermal stability, flame retardancy, and ion-exchange capacity. It is a critical component for manufacturers in the ceramics, polymer composites, and specialty catalyst industries seeking to enhance material performance.

Application

• Ceramics & Refractories: Acts as a high-temperature binder and fluxing agent to improve the mechanical strength and thermal shock resistance of advanced ceramics and refractory linings.
• Flame Retardant Synergist: Used in polymer formulations (e.g., PVC, polyolefins, epoxy resins) to enhance fire safety by promoting char formation and reducing smoke emission.
• Catalyst & Catalyst Support: Employed as a solid acid catalyst or a porous support material in various organic synthesis and petrochemical processes due to its surface acidity and stability.
• Dental & Biomedical Cements: Functions as a key reactive component in glass-ionomer and other phosphate-based cements, providing controlled setting times and biocompatibility.
• Anti-Corrosion Pigments: Incorporated into protective coatings and primers for metals, where it acts as a non-toxic, inhibitive pigment to prevent corrosion.
• Ion-Exchange Media: Utilized in water treatment and selective separation processes for the removal of specific cations from aqueous solutions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Magnesium Aluminum Phosphate
CAS No.	50853-21-9
Molecular Formula	Typically represented as MgAl(PO4)3 or related non-stoichiometric forms. Contact for details.
Molecular Weight	Varies by specific composition. Contact for details.
Synonyms	Aluminum Magnesium Phosphate; Magnesium Aluminium Phosphate; MAP; AlMg Phosphate; Phosphoric acid, aluminum magnesium salt; Aluminum magnesium orthophosphate; Flame retardant MAP; Ceramic binder MAP
EINECS	Contact for details.

Quality Control

Our Magnesium Aluminum Phosphate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency in chemical composition, particle size distribution, and functional performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity levels is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical 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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (as MgAl(PO4)3)	≥ 95.0 %
Particle Size (D50)	1 - 10 µm (customizable)
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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