Magnesium Sulphate (Epsom Salt)

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General Information

Magnesium Sulphate is highly soluble in water. The anhydrous form is strongly hygroscopic, and can be used as a desiccant.

Shelf Life:         Long life is expected in airtight bags.

Chemical Identification

Chemical Formula MgSO4·7H2O
Molecular Weight           246.47
CAS No. 10034-99-8

Specification

Parameters     Average Chemical Analysis
Physical appearance White crystals
Purity as MgSO4                 52 ± 1%
Purity as Mg 10 % Min.
pH of 5% aqueous solution 6.5 – 9.0
Water insoluble 0.5 % max.

Packing

It is supplied in the packing of 50 kg Polypropylene bags, having HDPE liner in bags. The product is liable to absorb moisture, so it should be kept away from rain or damp. Protect against physical damage.

Application

Common uses of Magnesium Sulphate are as given below:

  • One of its major uses is in agriculture and gardening where it is used as a fertilizer.
  • Used for grass-making, fertilizer, porcelain, paint, matches, and fireproofs materials.
  • As a filler in leather-making industry for increasing heat endurance performance.
  • As well as in paper pulp industry, rayon and silk industry.
  • It is able to apply in dryer and dehydrating agent, apply in printing of thin cotton cloth, silk, as weighting agent for cotton silk.

Handling and Safety Instruction

Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and breathing dust. Harmful if swallowed, causes irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. May cause allergic skin or respiratory reactions. Remove the victim to fresh air; if breathing is difficult. Use safety goggles and rubber gloves

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