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Magnesium chloride hexahydrate 99.0-101.0%, AnalaR NORMAPUR® ACS, Reag. Ph. Eur. analytical reagent
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Specifications:
| Application | Organic Synthesis | ||
| Storage Temperature | Ambient | ||
| Product Type | Laboratory Chemical | Forms | Powder |
| Product Brand | VWR | ||
| Product Grade | Analytical grade | Formula | MgCl₂·6H₂O |
Analytical Grade | Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate 99.0–101.0%
VWR Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate, certified to AnalaR NORMAPUR®, Reag. Ph. Eur., and ACS standards, is a high-purity reagent-grade inorganic salt suitable for a wide range of analytical and laboratory applications. With an assay range of 99.0–101.0%, this product ensures low levels of impurities and excellent solubility, making it ideal for volumetric analysis, buffer preparation, pharmaceutical testing, and chemical synthesis.
Its hexahydrate form provides enhanced stability for routine lab procedures and high-precision workflows.
Product Attributes
- High purity (99.0–101.0%) for analytical and quality control applications
- Conforms to AnalaR NORMAPUR®, Ph. Eur., and ACS specifications
- Low heavy metal and anion contamination for reliable results
- Fully soluble in water, with stable crystalline hexahydrate form
- Supplied in sealed plastic bottles to preserve reagent integrity
Chemical and Physical Properties
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 7791-18-6 |
| Chemical Formula | MgCl₂·6H₂O |
| Molecular Weight | 203.3 g/mol |
| MDL Number | MFCD00149781 |
| Merck Index Number | 13,05684 |
| Boiling Point | 1412 °C (at 1013 hPa) |
| Melting Point | 117 °C |
| Density | 1.57 g/cm³ (at 25 °C) |
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| EINECS Number | 232-094-6 |
Specification Test Results
| Test | Specification |
|---|---|
| Assay | 99.0 – 101.0 % |
| Acidity or Alkalinity | Passes test (Ph. Eur.) |
| Appearance of 20% Aqueous Solution | Passes test |
| Identification (Ph. Eur. B & C) | Passes test |
| pH (5% solution, 20 °C) | 5.0 – 6.5 |
| Water Content | 51.0 – 55.0 % |
| Insolubility in Water | Max. 50 ppm |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | Max. 5 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | Max. 2 ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | Max. 5 ppm |
| Iron (Fe) | Max. 5 ppm |
| Copper (Cu) | Max. 5 ppm |
| Calcium (Ca) | Max. 30 ppm |
| Barium (Ba) | Max. 20 ppm |
| Strontium (Sr) | Max. 50 ppm |
| Potassium (K) | Max. 10 ppm |
| Sodium (Na) | Max. 10 ppm |
| Manganese (Mn) | Max. 5 ppm |
| Ammonium (NH₄⁺) | Max. 20 ppm |
| Total Nitrogen | Max. 20 ppm |
| Nitrate (NO₃⁻) | Max. 10 ppm |
| Phosphate (PO₄³⁻) | Max. 5 ppm |
| Sulphate (SO₄²⁻) | Max. 20 ppm |
| Bromide (Br⁻) | Max. 0.05 % |
| Conforms to ACS | Passes test |
| Conforms to Reag. Ph. Eur. | Passes test |
Available Pack Sizes
| Catalog Number | Pack Type | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 25108.260 | Plastic bottle for solids | 500 g |
| 25108.295 | Plastic bottle for solids | 1 kg |
Applications
- Analytical titration and complexometric analysis
- Preparation of magnesium buffers and test solutions
- Pharmaceutical raw material and formulation analysis
- Standard reagent in environmental and water testing
- Laboratory reagent for ionic strength control in biochemical assays
VWR® Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate, 99.0–101.0%, AnalaR NORMAPUR®, provides high assay reliability and conformity to global reagent standards, supporting precise, repeatable results in regulated and research environments.
- Pack Size: 1kg 500g