Description

Magnesium Phosphate Hydrate is an inorganic salt compound valued for its role as a source of magnesium and phosphate ions. This material is essential in applications requiring controlled nutrient release, buffering capacity, or as a functional additive. It serves critical functions in the pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and industrial chemical sectors, where consistent quality and reliable supply are paramount for production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Used as a binder, diluent, or source of essential minerals in tablet and capsule formulations.
• Food Additive: Functions as an anti-caking agent, pH regulator, and nutrient fortifier in food products and dietary supplements.
• Ceramic & Glass Manufacturing: Acts as a fluxing agent and stabilizer in the production of specialty glasses and ceramic bodies.
• Flame Retardant Synergist: Employed in polymer and coating formulations to enhance fire-resistant properties.
• Laboratory Reagent: Serves as a buffering agent and analytical standard in chemical research and quality control laboratories.
• Fertilizer & Agriculture: Provides a slow-release source of magnesium and phosphorus in specialized horticultural and agricultural products.
• Water Treatment: Utilized in scale inhibition and corrosion control formulations for industrial water systems.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Magnesium Phosphate Hydrate
CAS No.	53408-95-0
Molecular Formula	Mg3(PO4)2·xH2O
Molecular Weight	262.86 (anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	Trimagnesium Phosphate Hydrate; Magnesium Phosphate Tribasic Hydrate; Phosphoric Acid, Magnesium Salt (2:3) Hydrate; Magnesium Orthophosphate Hydrate; Fosmag; Mg3(PO4)2 Hydrate; TMP Hydrate
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Quality Control

Our Magnesium Phosphate Hydrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and physical properties. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) upon request and can support compliance with relevant standards such as USP-NF, FCC, or specific customer 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 after initial use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White or off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Mg3(PO4)2)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 20.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
pH (5% suspension)	6.0 - 8.5

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