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BioFuran Materials LLC Magnesium Formate Dihydrate

Magnesium formate dihydrate [Mg(HCOO)2·2H2O] is an off-white granular powder with essential applications.

Chemical Name: Magnesium Formate Dihydrate

CAS Number: 6150-82-9

Functions: Buffers & pH Stabilizer, Bulking Agent, Fertilizer, Precipitant, Precursor, Reagent, Viscosity Regulator

Chemical Family: Formates, Magnesium & Magnesium Compounds, Magnesium Salts

Synonyms: Formic Acid Magnesium Salt

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Identification & Functionality

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CAS No.
6150-82-9

Applications & Uses

Base Chemicals End Uses
Recommended Uses & Known Applications
  • A biomolecule precipitant which is particularly important in protein crystallization
  • A bulking agent or as viscosity regulator in cosmetics
  • Polyester film antistatic modulator
  • pH regulator
  • An animal feed additive replacing the sulfates and chlorides
  • Foliar fertilizer containing Mg(HCOO)2·2H2O is an non-corrosive source of magnesium which is a critical component of chlorophyll
  • Enhancer of CaO in fly ash systems by significantly

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Off white granular powder
Odor
Very faint formic acid odor
Soluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight150.37g/mol
pH (for a 10wt% solution in water)7-8
Purity98%