Magnesium Oxide 96% Heavy

What is Magnesium Oxide? Magnesium Oxide (chemical formula MgO), also known by alternate names such as Calcined Magnesia, and Dead Burned Magnesia, is a white powder compound that is widely used in industrial, agricultural, and chemical applications. It is produced by heating magnesium carbonate or magnesium hydroxide to high temperatures, which causes the release of carbon dioxide or water, leaving behind magnesium oxide. It is valued for its ability to withstand high temperatures, making it essential in a wide variety of sectors, including metallurgy, construction, and environmental management.

Consistent Quality: We use only carefully sourced Magnesium Oxide 96% Heavy, ensuring reliable and consistent performance for various industrial, agricultural, and chemical applications.

Shipped from Manchester, UK Facility: Sourced and packaged in non-toxic, chemical-resistant containers, ensuring safe handling and maintaining the product’s quality during transport.

Frequent Uses

Metallurgical Applications
Magnesium Oxide 96% Heavy is used in the production of steel, where it serves as a refractory material. It is used to line furnaces and kilns due to its ability to withstand extreme temperatures. The high purity of this product makes it ideal for use in the production of non-ferrous metals and for desulphurisation processes in the steel industry.

Agricultural Applications
In agriculture, it is employed as a magnesium supplement in fertilisers, particularly for crops that require high levels of magnesium, such as maize, potatoes, and legumes. It helps to improve soil quality and promotes healthy plant growth by preventing magnesium deficiency.

Environmental Management
Utilised to neutralise acidic water and to treat industrial effluents, helping to reduce the environmental impact of pollutants. It is also used in the treatment of wastewater and as a stabiliser for hazardous waste materials.

Construction Industry
As a raw material in the production of cement and concrete. Its ability to withstand high temperatures makes it valuable in fire-resistant building materials, and it is sometimes incorporated into fireproof coatings for structural components.

Pharmaceutical Applications
Used in the pharmaceutical industry as an antacid and a laxative. Its high magnesium content provides essential magnesium supplementation for individuals with magnesium deficiencies. It also serves as a stabilising agent in certain tablet formulations.

Electrical and Electronics
As an insulator in electrical cables and heating elements. Its high melting point and electrical insulating properties make it an ideal material for use in high-temperature applications, such as in the production of electrical components and equipment.

• Steel production
• Furnace and kiln lining
• Fertilisers
• Wastewater treatment
• Concrete additive
• Pharmaceuticals
• Electrical and heat insulator

Minimum Assay: >96%
Molecular Formula: MgO
Molecula Formula: 40.30
Solubility in water (% weight): Insoluble in water
Melting Point: 2852°C
Boiling Point: 3600°C
Refractive Index: 1.736
Substance insoluble in acetic acid: <0.1%
Substance soluble in water: <1.8%
Chloride (Cl): 0.04%
Sulphate (SO4): 0.003%
Heavy metals (as Pb): 0.000036%
Calcium (Ca): 0.748%
Iron (Fe): 0.0006%
Arsenic (As): <0.0004%
Loss on ignition @ 990 C: 8.0%

Cas Number: 1309-48-4

Einecs Number: 215-171-9

HS Code / Commodity Code: 2519901090

Hazard Phrases: H0001