Magnesium Citrate

Magnesium Citrate

Other names: magnesium citrate, trimagnesium dicitrate, citric acid magnesium salt, magnesium 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate

CAS Number: 3344-18-1

EC Number: 222-093-9

Sum Formula: C12H10Mg3O14

Molar Mass: 451.12 g/mol

Appearance: white crystalline powder

Magnesium citrate is an inorganic-organic magnesium salt of citric acid. It contains magnesium ions combined with citrate anions and is used in technical, laboratory and industrial applications where a magnesium source, complexing component or formulation additive is required.

Due to the presence of citrate groups, magnesium citrate may be used in systems involving metal ion complexation, formulation stabilization and the preparation of magnesium-containing compounds.

Chemical and Physical Properties:

Form: crystalline powder

Color: white

Molecular Formula: C12H10Mg3O14

Molar Mass: 451.12 g/mol

Solubility in Water: limited to moderate, depending on grade and conditions

Solubility in Other Solvents: depends on the solvent and working conditions

Type of Compound: magnesium salt, citrate salt, organometallic salt

Applications:

Chemical Industry:

Used as a source of magnesium in selected chemical formulations and processing systems.

Industrial Chemistry:

Applied in the synthesis and preparation of magnesium-containing compounds.

Water Treatment and Formulation Chemistry:

May be used in selected technical formulations where magnesium ions or citrate complexation are required.

Analytical and Laboratory Use:

Used as a laboratory reagent, reference material or component in studies involving citrate salts and magnesium compounds.

Technical Uses:

Applied in specialized formulations requiring magnesium-based additives or citrate-derived complexing behavior.

Key Properties:

Magnesium Source: provides magnesium ions for chemical and technical applications.

Citrate Structure: citrate groups may support metal ion interaction and complexation behavior.

Solid Form: supplied as a white crystalline powder, convenient for weighing and handling.

Technical Compatibility: suitable for selected laboratory, industrial and formulation applications.

Storage:

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place.

Protect from moisture, contamination and direct sunlight.

Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Handling:

Avoid formation and inhalation of dust.

Use in a well-ventilated area.

Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Use appropriate personal protective equipment, including protective gloves, eye protection and a dust mask when dust may be generated.

This product is intended strictly for technical, laboratory, industrial and research use. It is not intended for consumption, medical, pharmaceutical, cosmetic or feed applications.