Magnesium hydroxide (1309-42-8), for the FOOD AND NUTRA. Product analyzed in our laboratory in Spain. Available from 1 kg in powder format.
Technical data sheet
Reference Nº: DIV-152
Date: 01/05/2025
MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE
CAS Nº
1309-42-8
EC/EINECS Nº
215-17-03
| CHEMICAL IDENTIFICATION | |
| MOLECULAR FORMULA | Mg(OH)2 |
| MOLECULAR WEIGHT | 58.32 g/mol |
| INCI NAME | Magnesium Hydroxide |
| FOOD ADDITIVE Nº | E 528 |
| GEOGRAPHICAL ORIGIN | Asia (Mar Muerto, Israel) |
| ORIGIN | Mineral |
| APPEARANCE | White to off-white powder. Hygroscopic. |
| ODOUR | Characteristic |
| TASTE | Characteristic |
Specifications
Standard
Method
| IDENTIFICATION | Positive | Internal Method |
| ASSAY | ||
| Mg(OH)2 | 95.0 – 100.5 % | EP |
| Mg(OH)2 | 95.0 % | E 528 |
| LOSS ON DRYING (105ºC) | ≤2.00% | Internal Method |
| RESIDUE ON IGNITION | 29.0 – 32.5% | EP |
| RESIDUE ON IGNITION | ≤33.0% | E 528 |
| BULK DENSITY (loose) | 0.40 – 0.65 g/ml | Internal Method |
| BULK DENSITY (1 000 taps) | 0.61 – 0.80 g/ml | Internal Method |
| CHLORIDES | ≤1 000 pmm | Internal Method |
| CALCIUM | ≤1.50 % | Internal Method |
| CaO | ≤1.50 % | Internal Method |
| SULPHATES | ≤1.00 % | Internal Method |
| SOLUTION S | Complies | Internal Method |
| SOLUTION APPEARANCE | Complies | Internal Method |
| SOLUBLE SUBSTANCES | ≤2.00 % | Internal Method |
| INSOLUBLES IN ACIDS | ≤0.100 % | Internal Method |
| FREE ALKALI | ≤2.0 ml | Internal Method |
| SIEVE RESIDUE >325 mesh (wet sieve) | ≤5.0 % | Internal Method |
| SOLUBILITY | Almost insoluble in water and alcohol. Soluble in diluted mineral acids. | Internal Method |
Metals
Pollutants
Standard
Method
| IRON | ≤700 ppm | Internal Method |
| ARSENIC | ≤3 ppm | E 528 |
| ARSENIC* | ≤1.5 ppm | Internal Method |
| LEAD | ≤2 ppm | E 528 |
| LEAD* | ≤0.5 ppm | Internal Method |
Microbiological analysis
Specifications
Standard
Method
| ESCHERICHIA COLI* | Negative/g | Internal Method |
| Tested once a month. |
Other informations
Use: Food conforms to the Reg. (EU) No 178/2002.
Product suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans.
Product with Halal and Kosher Certificate.
GMO Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 1829/2003 & No 1830/2003.
Allergens Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EU) No 1169/2011.
Contaminants Free Product conforms to the Reg.(EC) No 2023/915.
Residuals Solvents Free Product conforms to the Dir. 2009/32/EC.
Pesticides Free Product conforms with Reg. (EC) No 396/2005.
Nanomaterial Technology UNTREATED product conforms to the Reg. (EU) No 1169/2011.
BSE/TSE Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 999/2001.
NON Irradiated product conforms to the Dir. No 1999/2/EC.
Doping Substances Free Product (WADA list).
ETO Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 868/2015.
PA´s Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 2020/2040.
STORAGE: Store in a cool, dark place, away from light.
: SHELF LIFE: 4 years.
Norms: Complies manufacturer´s specifications, EP and Reg. (EU) No 231/2012.
For the indicated regulations and directives, subsequent modifications are included.
ALL DATA SHOWN ARE FROM OUR SUPPLIER-MANUFACTURER. THE ABOVE INFORMATION DOES NOT EXEMPT FROM THE OBLIGATION TO IDENTIFY AND CONTROL THE PRODUCT IN RELATION TO THE INTENDED USE. THIS DOCUMENT IS GENERATED BY COMPUTER AND IS VALID WITHOUT SIGNATURE.
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Product suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans.
Product with Halal and Kosher Certificate.
GMO Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 1829/2003 & No 1830/2003.
Allergens Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EU) No 1169/2011.
Contaminants Free Product conforms to the Reg.(EC) No 2023/915.
Residuals Solvents Free Product conforms to the Dir. 2009/32/EC.
Pesticides Free Product conforms with Reg. (EC) No 396/2005.
Nanomaterial Technology UNTREATED product conforms to the Reg. (EU) No 1169/2011.
BSE/TSE Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 999/2001.
NON Irradiated product conforms to the Dir. No 1999/2/EC.
Doping Substances Free Product (WADA list).
ETO Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 868/2015.
PA´s Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 2020/2040.
STORAGE: Store in a cool, dark place, away from light.
: SHELF LIFE: 4 years.
Norms: Complies manufacturer´s specifications, EP and Reg. (EU) No 231/2012.
For the indicated regulations and directives, subsequent modifications are included.
ALL DATA SHOWN ARE FROM OUR SUPPLIER-MANUFACTURER. THE ABOVE INFORMATION DOES NOT EXEMPT FROM THE OBLIGATION TO IDENTIFY AND CONTROL THE PRODUCT IN RELATION TO THE INTENDED USE. THIS DOCUMENT IS GENERATED BY COMPUTER AND IS VALID WITHOUT SIGNATURE.
STORAGE CONDITIONS
*Product characteristics may vary from one batch to another due to the origin of the raw materials used in its manufacture, their area of origin, or natural factors associated with them. These variations may affect parameters such as color, odor, taste, or moisture, without compromising its properties or quality.
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