Category:
Prophylactic Biological Products
CAS NO:
NA
Standard:
In-house Standards,
Magnesium Oxide (MgO), also known as magnesia, is a white hygroscopic solid produced via calcination of magnesium carbonate or hydroxide. It serves as a critical refractory material and chemical intermediate. Key identifiers include the molecular formula MgO and CAS No. 1309-48-4.
Store in dry environments to prevent clumping from moisture absorption. Avoid inhalation of dust; use appropriate respiratory protection. High-purity grades are restricted to pharmaceutical use only due to strict impurity limits.