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Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate

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Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate
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Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate

Molecular FormulaMgCl2·6H2O CAS7791-18-6 Molecular Weight203.30 g/mol
SynonymsMagnesium Chloride Flakes, Magnesium(II) Chloride Hexahydrate, MgCl2·6H2O
Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate is the common commercial form of magnesium chloride, supplied as white flakes or crystals. It is hygroscopic and readily soluble in water.
- De-icing: De-icing and anti-icing brines for roads and pavements. - Dust Control: Binding dust on unpaved roads and sites. - Construction: Magnesia (Sorel) cement and flooring. - Textile: Processing and finishing aid. - Chemical Manufacturing: Source of magnesium for magnesium compounds. - Agriculture: Magnesium source in fertilisers.
AppearanceWhite flakes or crystals, hygroscopic
OdorOdorless
Molecular FormulaMgCl2·6H2O
Molecular Weight203.30 g/mol
Melting PointApprox. 117 °C (decomposes)
Density1.56 g/cm³
SolubilityVery soluble in water
Chemical StabilityStable under normal conditions, hygroscopic
IUPAC Namemagnesium;dichloride;hexahydrate
Molecular FormulaMgCl2·6H2O
Molecular Weight203.30 g/mol
SMILESO.O.O.O.O.O.[Mg+2].[Cl-].[Cl-]
InChIKeyDHRRIBDTHFBPNG-UHFFFAOYSA-L

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