Magnesium Carbonate/ MgCO3 Powder
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MAGNESIUM CARBONATE – Ultra-Pure Multi-Grade Mineral Salt & Pharmaceutical Excipient
Professional Magnesium Carbonate – Technical Grade Anti-Caking Agent, Pharmaceutical Excipient, Food Additive & Industrial Mineral for Food Processing, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Rubber Industry, Cosmetic Formulations, Fire Retardant Systems & Specialized Industrial Applications
✅ Ultra-Pure Mineral Salt – Superior Quality & Multi-Grade Processing Capabilities
✅ Food & Pharmaceutical Grade – Excellent Safety Profile & Regulatory Compliance
✅ Outstanding Anti-Caking Properties – Superior Flow Enhancement & Processing Benefits
✅ Multi-Industry Applications – Food, Pharmaceutical, Rubber, Cosmetic & Industrial Use
✅ Quality Guaranteed – International Standards Supporting Optimal Performance & Safety
Description
Premium Magnesium Carbonate Technology
Magnesium carbonate, featuring carbonate mineral structure with CAS number 546-93-0 and molecular formula MgCO3, appearing as white to off-white crystalline powder with exceptional purity properties, outstanding safety profile, and superior industrial compatibility across diverse applications, is a specialized inorganic mineral salt with excellent anti-caking characteristics, improved processing properties, and superior performance in pharmaceutical, food, rubber, and industrial processing applications. The primary use of magnesium carbonate is the production of magnesium oxide by calcining, with applications ranging from improving food quality to supporting healthcare solutions, and industries value its unique properties which drive its demand in food and medicine. Magnesium carbonate is specifically processed to provide enhanced product flow, improved manufacturing efficiency, and superior results in applications requiring effective anti-caking performance, reliable pharmaceutical excipient behavior, stable mineral properties, and technical-grade processing in pharmaceutical manufacturing, food processing, rubber production, and specialized industrial applications. The compound functions through multiple mechanisms including exceptional fire-resistant and heat-resistant properties which enhance its value in safety-critical applications, with its non-toxic nature ensuring safety in both industrial and consumer applications. Magnesium carbonate represents one of the most versatile and essential mineral salts in modern pharmaceutical, food, rubber, and industrial processing sectors, providing exceptional safety characteristics, superior processing performance, excellent regulatory compatibility without toxicity concerns, and outstanding quality consistency during manufacturing and application, making it essential for pharmaceutical tablets, food additives, rubber reinforcement, cosmetic formulations, and specialized applications requiring high-performance safe mineral technology and regulatory approval with international safety standards.
At Chemicals & Process Equipment Limited, we supply advanced Magnesium Carbonate manufactured under stringent quality control standards and international pharmaceutical, food, industrial, and safety specifications. Our comprehensive product range includes various purity grades, particle sizes, and specialized formulations meeting diverse requirements for pharmaceutical applications, food processing, rubber manufacturing, cosmetic formulations, and specialized applications across global pharmaceutical, food, rubber, and industrial markets.
✅ Advanced Mineral Technology – Optimized Purity & Multi-Industry Applications
✅ Consistent Quality Standards – Multiple Product Classifications with Comprehensive Documentation
✅ Essential Processing Aid – Superior Anti-Caking Properties, Safety Profile & Compatibility
✅ Multi-Industry Applications – Pharmaceuticals, Food Processing, Rubber Manufacturing, Cosmetics, Industrial
✅ Technical Support Package – Complete Application Guidance & Performance Optimization
The global magnesium carbonate market was valued at approximately USD 180 million in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 240 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.2% during the forecast period. Market expansion is driven by increasing pharmaceutical demand, growing food industry applications, expanding rubber manufacturing, and rising safety requirements across multiple industrial sectors.
Technical Specifications & Properties
| Property | Pharmaceutical Grade | Food Grade | Technical Grade | Rubber Grade | Cosmetic Grade | Industrial Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MgCO3 Content (%) | 99-99.8 | 98-99.5 | 95-98 | 92-96 | 98.5-99.5 | 90-95 |
| Magnesium (Mg) Content (%) | 28-29 | 27-29 | 26-28 | 24-27 | 28-29 | 23-26 |
| Water Content (%) | <0.2 | <0.5 | <1.0 | <1.5 | <0.3 | <2.0 |
| pH (5% suspension) | 9.5-10.5 | 9.0-10.5 | 8.5-11.0 | 8.0-11.5 | 9.5-10.5 | 8.0-12.0 |
| Particle Size D50 (μm) | 3-8 | 5-15 | 8-25 | 10-40 | 2-6 | 15-50 |
| Specific Surface Area (m²/g) | 15-40 | 10-30 | 8-25 | 5-20 | 20-45 | 3-15 |
| Bulk Density (g/cm³) | 0.08-0.15 | 0.10-0.20 | 0.15-0.30 | 0.20-0.40 | 0.08-0.12 | 0.25-0.50 |
| Tapped Density (g/cm³) | 0.15-0.30 | 0.20-0.35 | 0.30-0.50 | 0.35-0.60 | 0.15-0.25 | 0.40-0.70 |
| Oil Absorption (ml/100g) | 80-150 | 60-120 | 40-100 | 30-80 | 90-160 | 20-60 |
| Water Solubility (mg/L, 20°C) | 106 | 106 | 106 | 106 | 106 | 106 |
| Loss on Ignition (%) | 48-52 | 46-50 | 44-48 | 42-46 | 48-52 | 40-45 |
| Whiteness Index | 92-98 | 88-95 | 85-92 | 80-88 | 94-99 | 75-85 |
| Brightness (%) | 90-96 | 85-92 | 82-88 | 75-82 | 92-98 | 70-80 |
| Refractive Index | 1.52-1.54 | 1.52-1.54 | 1.51-1.53 | 1.50-1.52 | 1.52-1.54 | 1.49-1.51 |
| Hardness (Mohs) | 3.5-4.0 | 3.5-4.0 | 3.0-4.0 | 3.0-4.0 | 3.5-4.0 | 2.5-4.0 |
| Heavy Metals (ppm) | <5 | <10 | <50 | <100 | <5 | <200 |
| Iron (Fe) Content (%) | <0.005 | <0.01 | <0.05 | <0.1 | <0.005 | <0.2 |
| Aluminum (Al) Content (%) | <0.01 | <0.02 | <0.1 | <0.2 | <0.01 | <0.5 |
| Calcium (Ca) Content (%) | <0.3 | <0.5 | <1.0 | <2.0 | <0.2 | <3.0 |
| Silicon (Si) Content (%) | <0.05 | <0.1 | <0.5 | <1.0 | <0.05 | <2.0 |
| Sulfur (S) Content (%) | <0.02 | <0.05 | <0.2 | <0.5 | <0.02 | <1.0 |
| Chloride (Cl) Content (%) | <0.01 | <0.02 | <0.1 | <0.2 | <0.01 | <0.5 |
| Fluoride (F) Content (ppm) | <10 | <20 | <50 | <100 | <10 | <200 |
| Lead (Pb) Content (ppm) | <1 | <2 | <10 | <20 | <1 | <50 |
| Arsenic (As) Content (ppm) | <0.5 | <1 | <5 | <10 | <0.5 | <20 |
| Cadmium (Cd) Content (ppm) | <0.5 | <1 | <5 | <10 | <0.5 | <20 |
| Mercury (Hg) Content (ppm) | <0.1 | <0.5 | <2 | <5 | <0.1 | <10 |
| Chromium (Cr) Content (ppm) | <2 | <5 | <20 | <50 | <2 | <100 |
| Nickel (Ni) Content (ppm) | <2 | <5 | <20 | <50 | <2 | <100 |
| Copper (Cu) Content (ppm) | <5 | <10 | <50 | <100 | <5 | <200 |
| Zinc (Zn) Content (ppm) | <10 | <20 | <100 | <200 | <10 | <500 |
| Manganese (Mn) Content (ppm) | <10 | <20 | <100 | <200 | <10 | <500 |
| Acid Insoluble Matter (%) | <0.05 | <0.1 | <0.5 | <1.0 | <0.05 | <2.0 |
| Water Soluble Salts (%) | <0.2 | <0.5 | <1.0 | <2.0 | <0.2 | <3.0 |
| Free Alkali (as MgO) (%) | <0.5 | <1.0 | <2.0 | <3.0 | <0.5 | <5.0 |
| Hygroscopicity | Very Low | Low | Low | Moderate | Very Low | Moderate |
| Color | Pure White | White | Off-White | Light Gray | Pure White | Variable |
| Odor | Odorless | Odorless | Odorless | Slight | Odorless | Variable |
| Taste | Tasteless | Tasteless | Tasteless | Mild | Tasteless | Variable |
| Crystal Structure | Hexagonal | Variable | Variable | Variable | Hexagonal | Variable |
| Melting Point (°C) | 990 | 990 | 990 | 990 | 990 | 990 |
| Decomposition Temp (°C) | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 |
| Thermal Conductivity | Low | Low | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Electrical Insulation | Excellent | Excellent | Good | Good | Excellent | Fair |
| Chemical Stability | Excellent | Very Good | Good | Good | Excellent | Good |
| Anti-Caking Efficiency | Excellent | Very Good | Good | Fair | Excellent | Fair |
| Flow Properties | Excellent | Good | Fair | Poor | Excellent | Poor |
| Pharmaceutical Compatibility | USP/BP/EP | Food Grade | Technical | N/A | Cosmetic | Industrial |
| Food Safety Rating | N/A | FDA Approved | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Rubber Reinforcement | N/A | N/A | Good | Excellent | N/A | Good |
| Fire Retardancy | Good | Good | Good | Excellent | Good | Excellent |
| Storage Temperature (°C) | 15-30 | 10-35 | 5-40 | 0-45 | 15-25 | -5-50 |
| Relative Humidity (%) | <60 | <65 | <70 | <75 | <60 | <80 |
| Shelf Life (years) | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 |
| Regulatory Status | Pharmaceutical | Food Additive | Technical | Rubber Grade | Cosmetic | Industrial |
Available Product Types:
- Pharmaceutical Grade for tablet manufacturing and medical applications
- Food Grade for food additives and processing applications
- Technical Grade for industrial processing and manufacturing
- Rubber Grade for rubber reinforcement and processing
- Cosmetic Grade for personal care and cosmetic formulations
- Industrial Grade for general industrial and manufacturing applications
- Fire Retardant Grade for flame resistant applications
- High Purity Grade for specialized chemical synthesis
- Light Grade for low-density applications
- Heavy Grade for high-density processing requirements
- Precipitated Grade for controlled particle size applications
- Natural Grade from mineral sources
- Synthetic Grade from chemical precipitation
- Coated Grade with surface modification treatments
- Custom Specifications for specific application requirements
Specialized Application Solutions:
- Pharmaceutical tablet formulation and excipient optimization
- Food processing enhancement and anti-caking performance
- Rubber compound development and reinforcement testing
- Cosmetic formulation stability and texture optimization
- Fire retardant system design and performance evaluation
- Industrial processing improvement and flow enhancement
- Quality control method development and validation
- Regulatory compliance assistance and documentation support
- Custom application development and performance testing
- Technical consultation and process optimization services
Pharmaceutical Applications
Tablet Manufacturing Pharmaceutical manufacturers utilize Pharmaceutical Grade Magnesium Carbonate as an antacid and laxative, and as a binding agent and filler for tablet preparations. Pharmaceutical formulators employ magnesium carbonate for tablet compression, drug delivery systems, and pharmaceutical excipient applications providing improved tablet hardness, enhanced drug stability, and superior pharmaceutical performance with typical concentrations of 1-10% depending on formulation requirements and therapeutic applications.
Antacid Formulations Pharmaceutical companies use Magnesium Carbonate for antacid medications, digestive treatments, and gastrointestinal therapeutics requiring pharmaceutical specifications. Medical specialists employ magnesium carbonate for acid neutralization, stomach pH control, and digestive health providing effective acid relief, improved gastric comfort, and superior therapeutic outcomes.
Dietary Supplements Nutraceutical manufacturers utilize Pharmaceutical Grade Magnesium Carbonate for mineral supplements, nutritional products, and health formulations requiring supplement specifications. Nutraceutical specialists employ magnesium carbonate for antacid preparations and mineral supplements, especially those supplied in various forms with high purity and strict quality methods.
Pharmaceutical Excipients Drug manufacturers use Magnesium Carbonate for excipient applications, drug formulation enhancement, and pharmaceutical processing requiring excipient specifications. Pharmaceutical scientists employ magnesium carbonate for tablet binding, flow improvement, and formulation stability providing enhanced drug manufacturing, improved tablet quality, and superior pharmaceutical processing performance.
Food Industry Applications
Food Additive Applications Food manufacturers utilize Food Grade Magnesium Carbonate for anti-caking agents, flow enhancers, and food processing aids requiring food industry specifications. Food technologists employ magnesium carbonate in confectionary and bubble gum as an anti-sticking agent, providing improved product quality, enhanced processing efficiency, and superior food manufacturing performance.
Baking and Confectionery Bakery producers use Magnesium Carbonate for bread improvers, cake enhancers, and confectionery applications requiring baking specifications. Baking specialists employ magnesium carbonate for dough conditioning, texture improvement, and product enhancement providing superior baked goods quality, enhanced shelf life, and excellent consumer appeal.
Beverage Industry Beverage manufacturers utilize Food Grade Magnesium Carbonate for mineral fortification, pH adjustment, and beverage processing requiring beverage specifications. Beverage technologists employ magnesium carbonate as an antacid, helping to neutralize acidity in certain products, with manufacturers using it for multiple purposes in food and beverages.
Nutritional Fortification Food fortification companies use Magnesium Carbonate for mineral enrichment, nutritional enhancement, and health food applications requiring fortification specifications. Nutritional specialists employ magnesium carbonate for magnesium supplementation, mineral balance, and nutritional improvement providing enhanced food nutrition, improved health benefits, and superior nutritional food products.
For comprehensive information about magnesium carbonate applications in food and pharmaceutical industries, you can reference this detailed analysis of magnesium carbonate uses in food and pharmaceutical fields which provides extensive coverage of applications, benefits, and technical properties across food and pharmaceutical sectors.
Rubber Industry Applications
Rubber Reinforcement Rubber manufacturers utilize Rubber Grade Magnesium Carbonate for tire production, rubber goods manufacturing, and elastomer reinforcement requiring rubber specifications. Rubber technologists employ magnesium carbonate extensively for surgical gloves, condoms and other latex rubber products, providing improved rubber strength, enhanced durability, and superior rubber product performance.
Latex Processing Latex manufacturers use Magnesium Carbonate for latex stabilization, processing enhancement, and product improvement requiring latex specifications. Latex specialists employ magnesium carbonate for pH control, stability enhancement, and processing optimization providing improved latex quality, enhanced product consistency, and superior latex manufacturing performance.
Synthetic Rubber Production Synthetic rubber producers utilize Technical Grade Magnesium Carbonate for polymer modification, rubber compounding, and processing enhancement requiring synthetic rubber specifications. Polymer engineers employ magnesium carbonate for reinforcement, processing aid, and property modification providing enhanced rubber properties, improved processing characteristics, and superior synthetic rubber performance.
Specialty Rubber Applications Specialty rubber manufacturers use Magnesium Carbonate for high-performance rubber, industrial rubber products, and specialized applications requiring specialty rubber specifications. Rubber formulators employ magnesium carbonate for property enhancement, processing improvement, and performance optimization providing specialized rubber solutions, enhanced application performance, and superior specialty rubber products.
Industrial Applications
Fire Retardant Systems Fire safety companies utilize Technical Grade Magnesium Carbonate for fire retardant formulations, flame suppressant systems, and safety applications requiring fire safety specifications. Fire safety engineers employ magnesium carbonate in fireproofing, fire extinguishing compositions, providing effective flame suppression, enhanced fire resistance, and superior fire safety performance.
Ceramics and Refractories Ceramic manufacturers use Magnesium Carbonate for ceramic production, refractory materials, and high-temperature applications requiring ceramic specifications. Ceramic technologists employ magnesium carbonate in ceramic industries, kitchen wares and crockeries, providing improved ceramic properties, enhanced thermal stability, and superior ceramic manufacturing performance.
Paper Industry Paper manufacturers utilize Technical Grade Magnesium Carbonate for paper coating, filler applications, and paper processing requiring paper industry specifications. Paper technologists employ magnesium carbonate in papermaking for brightness enhancement, opacity improvement, and quality enhancement providing superior paper quality, enhanced printing properties, and excellent paper manufacturing performance.
Construction Materials Construction material producers use Magnesium Carbonate for building materials, construction chemicals, and specialty applications requiring construction specifications. Construction specialists employ magnesium carbonate in flooring and building materials, providing improved material properties, enhanced durability, and superior construction performance.
Specialty Applications
Cosmetic Formulations Cosmetic manufacturers utilize Cosmetic Grade Magnesium Carbonate for personal care products, cosmetic formulations, and beauty applications requiring cosmetic specifications. Cosmetic formulators employ magnesium carbonate in cosmetics, dusting powder, providing improved texture, enhanced application properties, and superior cosmetic product performance.
Electronics Manufacturing Electronics producers use High Purity Grade Magnesium Carbonate for electronic component manufacturing, thermal management, and specialized applications requiring electronics specifications. Electronics engineers employ magnesium carbonate in electronic manufacturing for insulation, thermal properties, and component enhancement providing improved electronic performance, enhanced reliability, and superior electronics manufacturing results.
Chemical Processing Chemical manufacturers utilize Technical Grade Magnesium Carbonate for chemical synthesis, intermediate production, and process chemistry requiring chemical processing specifications. Chemical engineers employ magnesium carbonate in chemicals for pH control, reaction medium, and chemical transformation providing controlled chemical reactions, improved synthesis efficiency, and superior chemical processing performance.
Filtration Applications Filtration companies use Magnesium Carbonate for filtration media, separation processes, and purification applications requiring filtration specifications. Filtration specialists employ magnesium carbonate in different filtration techniques, providing effective separation, improved purity, and superior filtration performance.
Quality Control & Testing
Comprehensive Quality Assurance Every production batch undergoes extensive testing to ensure compliance with magnesium carbonate standards, pharmaceutical requirements, food safety specifications, and international quality standards. Our quality control laboratory employs advanced analytical techniques including X-ray fluorescence, atomic absorption spectroscopy, and comprehensive performance evaluation.
Quality assurance procedures include:
- MgCO3 content determination using gravimetric analysis
- Magnesium content testing using atomic absorption spectroscopy
- Water content measurement using Karl Fischer titration
- pH measurement using calibrated electrode systems
- Particle size analysis using laser diffraction techniques
- Specific surface area testing using BET method
- Bulk density determination using standardized procedures
- Tapped density measurement using tap density apparatus
- Oil absorption testing using standardized procedures
- Water solubility measurement using dissolution testing
- Loss on ignition determination using high-temperature treatment
- Whiteness index testing using spectrophotometric methods
- Brightness measurement using optical analysis
- Refractive index determination using optical methods
- Hardness testing using Mohs scale procedures
- Heavy metals analysis using ICP-MS techniques
- Iron content testing using atomic absorption spectroscopy
- Aluminum determination using ICP-OES methods
- Calcium analysis using complexometric titration
- Silicon testing using gravimetric procedures
- Sulfur content determination using combustion analysis
- Chloride analysis using ion chromatography
- Fluoride testing using ion-selective electrode
- Lead analysis using graphite furnace methods
- Arsenic determination using hydride generation
- Cadmium testing using electrothermal atomization
- Mercury analysis using cold vapor techniques
- Chromium testing using atomic absorption spectroscopy
- Nickel determination using ICP-OES methods
- Copper analysis using atomic absorption procedures
- Zinc testing using flame emission spectroscopy
- Manganese determination using atomic absorption methods
- Acid insoluble matter testing using acid digestion
- Water soluble salts analysis using conductivity methods
- Free alkali determination using acid-base titration
- Hygroscopicity evaluation using moisture absorption testing
- Color assessment using visual comparison standards
- Odor evaluation using sensory analysis methods
- Taste testing using organoleptic procedures
- Crystal structure analysis using X-ray diffraction
- Melting point determination using differential thermal analysis
- Decomposition temperature testing using thermogravimetry
- Thermal conductivity measurement using thermal analysis
- Electrical insulation testing using resistance measurement
- Chemical stability assessment using stability studies
- Anti-caking efficiency evaluation using flow testing
- Flow properties measurement using flowability testing
Storage & Handling Procedures Implement proper storage conditions including controlled humidity and temperature, protection from moisture absorption and contamination, appropriate pharmaceutical-grade packaging materials, segregation from incompatible substances, and comprehensive safety procedures for maintaining Magnesium Carbonate quality and ensuring safe handling throughout storage and application periods.
Environmental & Regulatory Compliance
Pharmaceutical Standards Pharmaceutical Grade Magnesium Carbonate complies with USP, BP, and EP pharmaceutical standards, medical device regulations, and international pharmaceutical directives ensuring safe use in pharmaceutical applications with established safety protocols and comprehensive regulatory compliance for medical formulations.
Food Safety Standards Food Grade Magnesium Carbonate adheres to FDA food additive regulations, food safety standards, and international food processing directives ensuring safe use in food applications with established safety criteria and regulatory compliance for food manufacturing systems.
Industrial Standards All grades comply with industrial safety regulations, chemical handling standards, and workplace safety requirements ensuring appropriate use in industrial applications with established protocols and regulatory compliance for manufacturing operations.
Environmental Standards Technical Grade Magnesium Carbonate meets environmental protection regulations, sustainable manufacturing standards, and international environmental directives ensuring safe use in industrial applications with established environmental compatibility and comprehensive ecological assessments for manufacturing processes.
Performance Advantages & Benefits
✔ Superior Purity Levels – Exceptional quality and pharmaceutical-grade specifications
✔ Outstanding Safety Profile – Non-toxic and safe for food and pharmaceutical use
✔ Industrial Versatility – Technical compliance across multiple industry specifications
✔ Chemical Stability – Stable performance under various environmental conditions
✔ Multiple Applications – Suitable for pharmaceuticals, food, rubber, cosmetics, and industry
✔ Anti-Caking Excellence – Superior flow enhancement and processing benefits
✔ Processing Efficiency – Easy incorporation and excellent manufacturing compatibility
✔ Product Enhancement – Improved quality and performance across diverse applications
✔ Quality Consistency – Uniform performance across production batches
✔ Regulatory Compliance – Approved for pharmaceutical, food, and industrial use
✔ Cost Effectiveness – Economic mineral salt with superior performance
✔ Storage Stability – Extended shelf life under proper storage conditions
✔ Global Availability – Reliable supply chains and worldwide distribution networks
✔ Technical Versatility – Multiple industry applications and processing systems
✔ Technical Support – Complete application guidance and optimization services
Our Magnesium Carbonate products represent industry-leading standards in multi-purpose mineral technology and cross-industry performance solutions, specifically manufactured for demanding pharmaceutical applications, food processing systems, rubber manufacturing operations, and advanced industrial applications requiring exceptional purity characteristics, reliable safety performance, and comprehensive regulatory compliance. We provide complete technical support, application guidance, and performance consultation to ensure optimal results across your specialized pharmaceutical, food processing, rubber manufacturing, or industrial processing applications.
For detailed specifications, technical data sheets, or application-specific recommendations, contact our specialized mineral salt division. We offer complete support including product selection, application optimization, compatibility testing, regulatory guidance, performance monitoring, and technical assistance to maximize effectiveness in your pharmaceutical, food processing, rubber manufacturing, or industrial processing applications.
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