basic magnesium carbonate

Independent reference data for basic magnesium carbonate (CAS 39409-82-0), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Computed descriptors

Documented uses on record

Magnesite and lansfordite are examples of magnesium carbonate minerals; Used for fireproofing, heat insulating, filtrating, and to make effervescent magnesium citrate, mineral waters, pigments, and paper; Also used in tooth powders, face powders, polishing compounds, rubber fillers, antacids, and cathartics; [Merck Index] Used as a flavoring agent, anticaking agent, drying agent, formulation aid, humectant, lubricant or release agent, nutritive supplement, pH control agent, and processing aid for foods; [FDA]Pulp and Paper Processing [Category: Industry]

Synonyms and trade names

YQO029V1L4; UNII-YQO029V1L4; CCRIS 7884; INS NO.504(II); INS-504(II); E-504(II); HYDRATED BASIC MAGNESIUM CARBONATE; MAGNESIUM CARBONATE HYDROXIDE [MI]; MAGNESIUM CARBONATE HYDROXIDE [WHO-DD]; MAGNESIUM SUBCARBONATE (LIGHT OR HEAVY); HYDRATED BASIC MAGNESIUM CARBONATE [MART.]; CARBONIC ACID, MAGNESIUM SALT (1:1), MIXT. WITH MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE, HYDRATE; HYDRATED BASIC MAGNESIUM CARBONATE (MART.); Marinco C; RefChem:155180; DTXSID4051617

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	ACIDITY_REGULATOR; ANTICAKING_AGENT; CARRIER; CARRIER_SOLVEN: Food Additives NOT SPECIFIED Included in the ADI for other hydrogen carbonates TRS 648-JECFA 23/31 FAS 67.29/NMRS 40A,B,C-JECFA 9/153 (1965) CIR / INCI: Bulking; Binding; Viscosity controlling; Buffering
GHS notification summary	97.7% (86 / 88)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	97.7% (86 / 88)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 97.7% (86 of 88) of all reports.

Reported as not meeting GHS hazard criteria by 86 of 88 companies (only 2.3% companies provided GHS information). For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website.

What the public record says

basic magnesium carbonate · CAS 39409-82-0 · C4H12Mg6O19+2. UNII YQO029V1L4.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.