Description
MAGNESIUM ACETATE SALT
Anhydrous & Tetrahydrate | IP • BP • USP • LR • AR Grades
Magnesium Acetate is a magnesium salt of acetic acid, available in Anhydrous and Tetrahydrate forms. It is a white, hygroscopic, crystalline solid that is freely soluble in water and exhibits a mildly acidic to neutral pH in solution. Aaru Life Science supplies Magnesium Acetate in multiple pharmacopoeial and laboratory grades including IP, BP, USP, LR, and AR, ensuring suitability across a wide range of pharmaceutical, analytical, and industrial applications. Each batch is manufactured under strict quality control and is compliant with the respective pharmacopoeial standards, making it a reliable choice for formulators, researchers, and industrial users alike.
📘 IP Grade
📙 BP Grade
📗 USP Grade
🧪 LR Grade
🔬 AR Grade
📙 BP Grade
📗 USP Grade
🧪 LR Grade
🔬 AR Grade
🧾 1. Product Identification
| Product Name | Magnesium Acetate Salt |
|---|---|
| Other Names | Magnesium Diacetate, Acetic Acid Magnesium Salt, Magnesium Ethanoate |
| Chemical Formula | Mg(CH₃COO)₂ |
| CAS Number | 142-72-3 (Anhydrous) | 16674-78-5 (Tetrahydrate) |
| Molecular Weight | 142.40 g/mol (Anhydrous) | 214.45 g/mol (Tetrahydrate) |
| Grade | IP / BP / USP / LR / AR |
| HS Code | 29152900 |
⚗️ 2. Physical & Chemical Properties
| Appearance | White crystalline powder / granules |
|---|---|
| Odour | Slight acetic acid odour |
| Melting Point | 80°C (Tetrahydrate) | >300°C (Anhydrous, decomposes) |
| Boiling Point | Decomposes on heating |
| Density | 1.45 g/cm³ (Anhydrous) |
| pH (5% solution) | 6.0 – 8.0 |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water; slightly soluble in ethanol |
📐 3. Grade-wise Specifications
| Parameter | IP / BP / USP | LR (Lab Reagent) | AR (Analytical) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assay (dry basis) | 99.0 – 101.0% | ≥ 98.0% | ≥ 99.5% |
| Chloride (Cl) | ≤ 0.005% | ≤ 0.01% | ≤ 0.001% |
| Sulphate (SO₄) | ≤ 0.01% | ≤ 0.02% | ≤ 0.005% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 20 ppm | ≤ 5 ppm |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 20 ppm | ≤ 5 ppm |
| Calcium (Ca) | ≤ 0.05% | ≤ 0.05% | ≤ 0.01% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 2.0% (Anhy) | ≤ 2.0% | ≤ 1.0% |
| Appearance of Solution | Clear & colourless | Clear | Clear & colourless |
🧪 4. Applications & Uses
💊 Pharmaceutical formulations magnesium supplement and laxative agent
🧪 Buffer solutions preparation of acetate buffers for laboratory & analytical work
🧵 Textile industry mordant and fixing agent in dyeing and printing processes
🍽️ Food industry acidity regulator and magnesium fortification agent
🌾 Agriculture magnesium micronutrient source and soil conditioner
⚗️ Analytical chemistry preparation of reagents and standard solutions
🧬 Molecular biology stabilising agent for DNA and RNA in laboratory protocols
🏺 Ceramics & glass industry flux and binding agent in manufacturing processes
💧 Water treatment pH adjustment and hardness control
🐄 Veterinary formulations magnesium supplement in animal feed and medicines
🏚️ 5. Storage & Handling
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area. Keep away from moisture, heat sources and strong acids. Product is hygroscopic — keep container tightly closed. |
|---|---|
| Shelf Life | 3 years from date of manufacture in original sealed packaging. |
| Hazard Classification | Non-hazardous. Not classified as dangerous goods for transport. |
| Regulatory Status | Compliant with IP, BP, USP pharmacopoeia. GRAS (Generally Recognised As Safe) status. |
| Packaging | 25 Kg. Bags / 50 Kg. Bags |
| Documents Available | Certificate of Analysis (COA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) available on request. |
✅ Aaru Life Science Trusted Magnesium Acetate Supplier (IP/BP/USP/LR/AR) | COA & MSDS available on request
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