Magnesium Carbonate

Magnesium Carbonate

Magnesium carbonate is a naturally occurring mineral commonly known as magnesite or magnesia.

Chemical Formula: MgCO₃

CAS Number: 546-93-0

Grade: USP, Light & Heavy

Appearance: White, odorless, and tasteless powder or crystalline solid.

Uses:

• Soil Amendment: Neutralizes acidic soil and provides magnesium for plant growth.

• Antacid: It is used to neutralize stomach acid, providing relief from heartburn and indigestion.

• Food Additive: Used as an anticaking agent in powdered foods like salt, flour, and spices to prevent clumping.

• Magnesium supplement: Fortifies food products with magnesium, a vital mineral.

Industries and Common Applications:

• Pharmaceutical industry: Used as an ingredient in various antacid and laxative medications.

• Food industry: It is an anticaking agent and magnesium supplement in various food products.

• Construction materials industry: Primarily used as a precursor to magnesium oxide, essential for various building materials.

• Agricultural industry: It acts as a soil amendment to improve soil quality.

• Other industries: Limited use in cosmetics, environmental remediation, and various other specific applications.