Cat Number: PIE-0169

Magnesium Hydroxide

CAS Number

1309-42-8

Description

Magnesium hydroxide is second only to aluminum hydroxide as the most widely used antacid active agent. This compound is commonly used in combination with aluminum hydroxide in suspensions and powder formulations. It has a high acid binding capacity and reacts rapidly to neutralize stomach acids.

Molecular Weight

58.32

Molecular Formula

Mg(OH)2

Appearance

Odourless white powder

Density, g/cm3

2.36

Melting Point

350℃ ( Decomposes)

Standard

EP/USP