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Magnesium Citrate CAS 144-23-0

CAS：144-23-0
Purity：99%
Molecular Formula：C6H10MgO7
Molecular Weight：218.44
EINECS：604-400-1
Storage Period：2 year

Synonym：MAGNESIUMCITRATEDIBASIC; magnesiumhydrogencitrate; MAGNESIUMCITRATEANHYDROUS;

What is Magnesium Citrate CAS 144-23-0?

Magnesium citrate is an organic magnesium salt formed by the combination of citric acid and magnesium ions. Magnesium citrate appears as a white crystalline powder, odorless, slightly bitter in taste, easily soluble in dilute acid, and has low solubility in water.

Specification

ITEM	STANDARD
Sensory index	White or yellowish powder
Mg Assay（on the dried basis）ω/%	14.5-16.4
Chloride, ω/%	≤0.05
Sulfate, ω/%	≤0.2
Arsenic/(mg/kg)	≤3
Heavy metals/(mg/kg)	≤50
Calcium, ω/%	≤1
（Fe）/(mg/kg) Iron/(mg/kg)	≤200
PH（50mg/ml）	5.0-9.0
Loss on drying, ω/%	≤2

Application

1. Nutritional supplements: Magnesium citrate as a source of magnesium supplementation, it is used to prevent and treat magnesium deficiency, and is suitable for people with insufficient magnesium intake, poor absorption, or increased demand in their diet (such as pregnant women and the elderly).
2. In the field of medicine: as a laxative, Magnesium citrate can alleviate constipation symptoms by increasing intestinal water content, stimulating intestinal peristalsis; It can also be combined with other drugs to regulate electrolyte balance in the body.
3. Food industry: As a food additive (acidity regulator, nutrient fortifier), it is used in beverages, dairy products, baked goods, etc. to improve the taste and nutritional characteristics of food.
4. Cosmetics field: Magnesium citrate used in small amounts in skincare products, utilizing its antioxidant and pH regulating effects to assist in maintaining skin health.