MAGNESIUM CARBONATE

CAS NO :-546-93-0
INCI:- Magnesium Carbonate
COMPOSITION:-Magnesium carbonate is a chemical compound consisting of magnesium, carbon, and oxygen.
The formula is MgCO₃ and may include varying amounts of water, resulting in different forms (e.g., hydrated magnesium carbonate, basic magnesium carbonate).
Commonly used in its basic or hydrated form in industrial and cosmetic applications.
PURITY GRADE:-Cosmetic Grade: Purified for use in personal care and cosmetic products.
Food Grade: Used in food products, typically as an anti-caking agent or to provide magnesium supplementation.
Pharmaceutical Grade: Used in medicinal formulations like antacids or laxatives.
APPEARANCE:-A white, odorless, fine powder.
Can appear as an off-white or light grayish powder, depending on its source and form.
SOLUBILITY:-In Water: Insoluble in water.
In Acids: Soluble in dilute acids (e.g., hydrochloric acid), where it reacts to form magnesium salts and carbon dioxide gas.
PRESEVATION:-Magnesium carbonate is stable and does not typically require preservatives in its pure form.
However, it is important to keep it dry to prevent it from absorbing moisture from the air and potentially forming clumps.
STORAGE:-Store in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Ideal storage temperature: 15–25°C.
Keep in tightly sealed containers to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.
RAW MATERIAL SOURCE:-Naturally occurring as the mineral magnesite, which is mined and refined to produce magnesium carbonate.
MANUFACTURE:-Produced by either mining natural deposits of magnesite or by reacting magnesium salts (e.g., magnesium sulfate) with sodium carbonate in a chemical process to create magnesium carbonate.
It can also be derived through a precipitation process from seawater or brine.
ANIMAL TESTING:-Magnesium carbonate itself is not typically tested on animals. However, it is important to verify with manufacturers regarding their specific testing practices for any product containing magnesium carbonate.
GMO:-Non-GMO, as magnesium carbonate is a naturally occurring inorganic compound and does not involve genetically modified organisms.
VEGAN:- Yes, magnesium carbonate is vegan as it is not derived from animal sources.
PROPOSITION:-Used in cosmetics and personal care products as an absorbent, anti-caking agent, or bulking agent in powders, lotions, and creams.
Found in food and pharmaceutical products as a food additive (anti-caking agent) and as a medicinal agent in antacids and laxatives.
Commonly used in the food industry, especially in powdered or granulated food products to prevent clumping.
WARNING:-Generally considered safe for topical use and in small amounts in food and medicinal applications.
Avoid inhalation of the fine powder, as it can cause respiratory irritation if inhaled in large quantities.
Prolonged or excessive use may cause gastrointestinal issues (e.g., diarrhea or constipation), particularly when used in large amounts in supplements or antacids.

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