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Catalog Number:
35660
CAS Number:
11097-59-9
Hydrotalcite, synthetic
Purity:
MgO : 36 - 44% and Al2O3 : 15.30 - 18.70% (Assay)
Synonym(s):
Magnesium aluminum hydroxycarbonate
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Product Information
Synonyms
Magnesium aluminum hydroxycarbonate
CAS Number
11097-59-9
Purity
MgO : 36 - 44% and Al2O3 : 15.30 - 18.70% (Assay)
Molecular Formula
Mg6Al2(CO3)(OH)16·4H2O
Molecular Weight
603.98
MDL Number
MFCD01746913
PubChem ID
159347
Density
0.38 - 0.50 gm/mL (Tapped)
Appearance
White or almost white free-flowing granular powder
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
Magnesium aluminum hydroxycarbonate
CAS Number
11097-59-9
Purity
MgO : 36 - 44% and Al2O3 : 15.30 - 18.70% (Assay)
Molecular Formula
Mg6Al2(CO3)(OH)16·4H2O
Molecular Weight
603.98
MDL Number
MFCD01746913
PubChem ID
159347
Density
0.38 - 0.50 gm/mL (Tapped)
Appearance
White or almost white free-flowing granular powder
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
No
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

Magnesium aluminum hydroxycarbonate is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Pharmaceuticals: This compound is used as an antacid in various over-the-counter medications, helping to neutralize stomach acid and relieve heartburn.
  • Cosmetics: It serves as a thickening agent and stabilizer in creams and lotions, enhancing texture and improving product performance.
  • Food Industry: Employed as a food additive, it acts as an anti-caking agent, ensuring that powdered foods remain free-flowing and easy to use.
  • Environmental Applications: This compound is used in water treatment processes to remove heavy metals and improve water quality, making it valuable for environmental protection efforts.
  • Construction Materials: It is incorporated into cement and concrete formulations to enhance durability and resistance to environmental degradation.

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