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Technical Data Sheet

Technical Data Sheet

Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate FCC, USP GRADE

USP Grade · 46.63%

Alliance Code
magnesium-chloride-hexahydrate-fcc-usp-grade
確認日
2026-06-17
Revision
1.4
CAS番号
7791-18-6
構造
2D chemical structure of Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate FCC, USP GRADE
構造・PubChem
グレード
USP Grade · 46.63%
Last reviewed 2026-06-17 by Andre Taki, Chief Commercial Officer.

Identity & Composition

製品名
Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate FCC, USP GRADE
Alliance Code
magnesium-chloride-hexahydrate-fcc-usp-grade
グレード
USP Grade
濃度
46.63%
CAS番号
7791-18-6PubChem
化学式
—PubChem
分子量
203.30PubChem
製品種別
Pure substance

Specifications

TestSpecificationTypicalMethodSource
Assay (MgCl2·6H2O), USP98.0 - 101.0 percent99.4 percentComplexometric titration with 0.05 M edetate disodium VS, eriochrome black TS indicator, to a blue endpoint (1 mL = 10.17 mg MgCl2·6H2O)Interpreted
Ammonium (NH₄)≤0.005 %0.00047 %—Interpreted
BariumNo turbidity is produced within 2 hoursPasses testDissolve 1 g in 10 mL water, add 1 mL of 2 N sulfuric acid; observe 2 hoursInterpreted
Calcium (Ca)To pass testPasses test—Interpreted
DescriptionColorless flakes or crystals; hygroscopic; very soluble in water, freely soluble in alcoholPasses testVisualInterpreted
Heavy metals20 µg/g maxNMT 5—Interpreted
Identification (FCC)A 1:10 aqueous solution gives positive tests for Magnesium and for ChloridePasses testPositive tests for Magnesium and for Chloride on a 1:10 aqueous solutionInterpreted
Insoluble matterMax. 0.005%0.0007%Gravimetric.Interpreted
Lead (Pb)≤4 mg/kg0.09 mg/kg—Interpreted
PotassiumNo turbidity is produced within 5 minutesPasses testDissolve 5 g in 5 mL water, add 0.2 mL sodium bitartrate TS; observe 5 minutesInterpreted
Sulfate (SO₄)0.03 % max0.0007 %—Interpreted
Iron (Fe)Max. 0.001% (10 mg/kg)0.000046 %Colorimetric, USP <241> / ICP-OESInterpreted
Arsenic (as As)Max. 3 mg/kg0.029 mg/kgUSP <211> / FCC arsenic limit test (or ICP-MS)Interpreted

Values are reproduced from the current product reference. Source labels do not by themselves establish a supplier guarantee or a test result for your lot. Confirm applicable acceptance limits and request lot-specific documentation.

物理的及び化学的性質

One or more physical-property values are temporarily suppressed pending verification against vendor COA data. For complete properties refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) or contact sales@alliancechemical.com.

Property値Source
外観White crystalline hygroscopic powderAdjudicated
形状SolidPublished reference
沸点1412Published reference
融点117°C (242.6°F)Adjudicated
引火点N/APublished reference
Solubility (water)High water solubility, moderate alcohol solubilityPublished reference

Materials of ConstructionService envelope ≈ 46.63%

MaterialRatingMax T (°C)NotesSource
Buna-N (NBR)
elastomer
Good60AcceptableCole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility
EPDM
elastomer
Excellent100Standard for brine gaskets.Parker O-ring Chemical Compatibility
Viton (FKM)
elastomer
Excellent100Preferred elastomerCole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility
Borosilicate Glass
glass ceramic
Excellent100Universally inert to salt solutions.Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility
Concrete (sealed)
glass ceramic
Good—Acceptable with epoxy coatingCole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility
304 stainless steel
metal
Fair25Pitting in chloride-rich serviceCole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility
316L Stainless Steel
metal
Good60Watch for chloride pitting above 60 °C in chloride salts.NACE Chloride Pitting Guidelines
Aluminium
metal
Poor—Pitting; not recommended for brineCole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility
Carbon steel
metal
Poor—Rapid rust in brineCole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility
FRP
thermoplastic
Excellent60Common bulk-storageCole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility
HDPE
thermoplastic
Excellent60Universal salt brine compatibility.Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility
PP
thermoplastic
Excellent80Acceptable for hot brineCole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility
PVC
thermoplastic
Excellent60Standard for brine piping.Cole-Parmer Chemical Compatibility

Ratings reflect the service envelope (concentration × temperature) shown. Always confirm against your specific duty cycle and contact-time before equipment selection. The most cautious rating across overlapping references is shown.

Materials Selection Tool

Showing 13 of 13 material ratings within the selected envelope.

MaterialRatingMax T (°C)Notes
Buna-N (NBR)
elastomer
Good60Acceptable
EPDM
elastomer
Excellent100Standard for brine gaskets.
Viton (FKM)
elastomer
Excellent100Preferred elastomer
Borosilicate Glass
glass ceramic
Excellent100Universally inert to salt solutions.
Concrete (sealed)
glass ceramic
Good—Acceptable with epoxy coating
304 stainless steel
metal
Fair25Pitting in chloride-rich service
316L Stainless Steel
metal
Good60Watch for chloride pitting above 60 °C in chloride salts.
Aluminium
metal
Poor—Pitting; not recommended for brine
Carbon steel
metal
Poor—Rapid rust in brine
FRP
thermoplastic
Excellent60Common bulk-storage
HDPE
thermoplastic
Excellent60Universal salt brine compatibility.
PP
thermoplastic
Excellent80Acceptable for hot brine
PVC
thermoplastic
Excellent60Standard for brine piping.

Regulatory & Transport

DOT / 49 CFR

国連番号
非該当Adjudicated
危険有害性クラス
非該当Adjudicated
容器等級
非該当Adjudicated
正式輸送品名
非該当Adjudicated

GHS / OSHA HCS 2024

注意喚起語
非該当Adjudicated
H-Codes (Hazard Statements)
該当しないAdjudicated
P-Codes (Precautionary Statements)
該当しないAdjudicated

許容濃度

OSHA PEL (29 CFR 1910.1000)
—no canonical
ACGIH TLV
—no canonical
NIOSH REL
—no canonical
NIOSH IDLH
—no canonical

輸送情報は発行時点の49 CFR 172.101の照会結果を反映しています。データ出典:REL/IDLHはNIOSH Pocket Guide、PELはOSHA Zテーブル。出荷に関わる重要な判断の前に、必ず最新の規制本文で確認してください。

Supplier Qualification Packet

One zipped download containing the TDS, SDS, latest lot COA (when available), and a fresh Letter of Continuing Guaranty for Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate FCC, USP GRADE. Every file included is SHA-256 hashed and listed in a manifest your QA team can audit.

Download audit packet

Applications

  • Food additive functioning as a color-retention agent and firming agent (FCC Food Grade specification)mubychem.com
  • Coagulant used in the preparation of cheese and tofu (sold as nigari in Japan, lushui in China)mubychem.com
  • Ingredient in baby formula milkmubychem.com
  • Use in hemodialysis, where the USP material is labeled as intended for that use (and must then meet the 1 ppm aluminum limit)trungtamthuoc.com
  • USP Grade material can be used in food, drug, or medical applicationslaballey.com
  • Reagent, personal care, and gardening useslaballey.com
  • May be intended for use in hemodialysis when labeled accordingly.trungtamthuoc.com

Applications are drawn from published manufacturer and supplier documentation; each is sourced. Suitability for a specific use is the buyer's to confirm.

Storage & Handling

Recommended Storage
潮解性および吸湿性:容器を密閉し、乾燥した涼しい換気のよい場所で保管し、湿気から保護すること。水に溶解すると発熱する。水に塩を加え、塩に水を加えないこと。Adjudicated
Handling Precautions
Standard chemical PPE — dust mask and goggles for handling of fine grades. Avoid generating airborne dust.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
Incompatibilities
強酸化剤; silver nitrate; 2-furan percarboxylic acidと爆発的に反応する。溶液は金属を腐食する。Adjudicated
Shelf Life
Consult Technical Services for product-specific shelf life

For full hazard, PPE, and emergency response guidance, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for this product. The SDS controls in all cases where guidance differs.

Packaging & Logistics

Shipping Description (US DOT)

Not regulated for transport.

Confirm against shipping documents and carrier requirements before tender.

NMFC Class
70

Revision History

Last reviewed 2026-06-17 by Andre Taki, Chief Commercial Officer, DOT Hazmat–certified (49 CFR 172.704).

VersionDateChangeTrigger
1.42026-10-13Canonical data updated: 4 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
  • storage_precautions· canonical change (coa.data_provenance / adjudication)
  • incompatible_materials· canonical change (coa.data_provenance / adjudication)
  • conditions_to_avoid· canonical change (coa.data_provenance / adjudication)
  • hazardous_decomposition_products· canonical change (coa.data_provenance / adjudication)
canonical_change
1.32026-10-02Canonical data updated: 2 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
  • hazard_h_codes· canonical change (coa.data_provenance / adjudication)
  • hazard_p_codes· canonical change (coa.data_provenance / adjudication)
canonical_change
1.22026-09-30Canonical data updated: 2 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
  • meltingPoint· canonical change (coa.data_provenance / adjudication)
  • appearance· canonical change (coa.data_provenance / adjudication)
canonical_change
1.12026-06-17Canonical data re-verified: 4 fields updated against independent vendor SDSs, CLP Annex VI, 49 CFR, and OSHA HazCom 2024 (GHS classification, hazard/precautionary codes, signal word, physical properties as applicable).
  • countryOfOrigin· canonical adjudication / reground (coa.data_provenance)
  • dotSubsidiaryHazardClass· canonical adjudication / reground (coa.data_provenance)
  • hsCode· canonical adjudication / reground (coa.data_provenance)
  • pH· canonical adjudication / reground (coa.data_provenance)
canonical_change
1.02026-05-20Initial URL-first TDS published from canonical chemistry registry.initial

This Technical Data Sheet is provided for technical reference. The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) controls in all cases where guidance differs. Values reflect Alliance Chemical canonical data at time of generation; subsequent revisions are recorded in the Revision History above.