Inorganic Chemical

Magnesium Chloride Anhydrous

Basic Information

PropertyValue
Chemical NameMagnesium Chloride Anhydrous
Chemical FormulaMgCl₂
Molecular FormulaMgCl₂
Molecular Weight95.21 g/mol
CAS Number7786-30-3
IndustryMajor ApplicationsPurpose
MetallurgyMagnesium metal production, magnesium alloys, fluxesPrimary raw material for electrolytic production of magnesium metal
Chemical ManufacturingProduction of magnesium compounds, catalysts, specialty chemicalsChemical intermediate and magnesium source
PharmaceuticalsElectrolyte formulations, magnesium replacement productsSource of magnesium in pharmaceutical manufacturing
NutraceuticalsMineral supplements and dietary formulationsMagnesium supplementation (selected formulations)
Food & BeverageFood additive (firming agent, coagulant), tofu production, mineral fortificationProcessing aid and magnesium source (food-grade material)
Water & Wastewater TreatmentWastewater treatment, phosphorus removal, water conditioningImproves treatment efficiency and nutrient removal
AgricultureFertilizers, foliar sprays, hydroponicsSupplies magnesium and chloride nutrients for crops
Animal NutritionLivestock and poultry mineral supplementsPrevents magnesium deficiency and supports animal health
Textile IndustryDyeing and finishing processesProcessing aid and chemical additive
ConstructionMagnesium oxychloride cement, specialty building materialsProduction of industrial flooring and fire-resistant materials
Oil & GasDrilling fluids, completion fluidsDensity control and drilling fluid formulations
De-icing & Dust ControlRoad de-icing and dust suppressionLowers freezing point and controls airborne dust