Magnesium Acetate

1. Chemical Name: Magnesium Acetate

2. Molecular Formula: C₄H₆O₄Mg·4H₂O

3. Molecular Weight: 214.46

4.CAS：16674-78-5

5.Character：It occurs as mono-clinic crystal, easily deliquescent. It is easily soluble in water, the aqueous solution is neutral or weak acidic. It dissolves in crystal water at 80℃. It will be deliquescent in the moist air, it effloresces in concentrated sulfuric acid dryer, dehydration at 100°C. It is produced by Magnesium carbonate and Acetic acid. The product is highly toxic, and it is easily ignited by fire and heat. Its powder and air can form an explosive mixture. When it reaches a certain concentration, it will explode in the event of spark. It will be liberated toxic gases by high temperature.

6.Usage: It can be used for feed additives and cosmetics; Preparation of magnesium uranyl acetate, for the measurement of sodium; For pharmaceutical, industrial, deodorization, sterilization, preservatives, textile dyeing, blush stain, aniline black and other uses.

7. Packing: It is packed with polyethylene bag as inner layer, and a compound plastic woven bag as outer layer. The net weight of each bag is 25kg.

8. Storage and Transport: It should be stored in a dry and ventilative warehouse, kept away from heat, fire and direct sunlight. Package sealed and should be stored separately from oxidants, avoid store together. It also should be equipped with an appropriate variety and quantity of fire fighting apparatus. Storage areas should be equipped with suitable materials for containment and leakage.