Item | Description |
Product Name | Magnesium Sulfate Heptahydrate (Bitter Salt, Epsom Salt) |
CAS No. | 10034-99-8 |
EINECS No. | 231-298-2 |
Molecular Formula | MgSO₄·7H₂O |
Molecular Weight | 246.47 |
Appearance | White or colorless needle-like or columnar crystals; odorless, bitter and salty taste |
Main Grades | Industrial Grade, Agricultural Grade, Feed Grade, Food Grade, Pharmaceutical Grade, Reagent Grade |
Physical & Chemical Properties | Easily soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol and glycerol. Density approx. 1.68 g/cm³ (20°C), melting point 1124°C. Easily effloresces to powder in dry air; loses 4 crystal waters at 80°C, and all crystal waters at about 200°C to become anhydrous magnesium sulfate. pH (50g/L, 25°C): 5–8. |
Product Features | Stable chemical properties, good water solubility, provides both magnesium and sulfur, low caking tendency, easy to dose and control. |
Main Applications | Agriculture (Fertilizer) : Provides Mg and S (Mg is core element of chlorophyll, promotes photosynthesis; S promotes root growth). Suitable for Mg-deficient soils for fruit trees, vegetables, potatoes, rice, flowers, etc. Used as base or top dressing, or as 1%-2% foliar spray.Feed Additive : Supplies Mg and S for animals, promotes growth and development.Food Industry : Nutrient fortifier (Mg fortifier), curing agent, flavor enhancer, processing aid. Used in dairy products (3-7 g/kg), dairy drinks (1.4-2.8 g/kg), mineral beverages, as well as brewing additive and fermentation nutrient source.Industrial Applications : Leather, dyeing, catalyst, paper, plastics, ceramics, pigments, matches, explosives, fireproof materials, cement coagulant, ABS resin manufacturing, water treatment, etc.Pharmaceutical : Laxative, anticonvulsant, cholagogue, electrolyte supplement. |
Packaging | 25 kg/bag (PP woven bag with PE liner or paper-plastic composite bag), 50 kg/bag, 1000 kg jumbo bag; custom packaging available upon request. |
Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated warehouse, protected from moisture; keep sealed to prevent efflorescence. |
Transportation Requirements | Not dangerous goods (UN No.: NA); transport as general cargo. Protect from moisture and rain; handle gently. |
Quality Standards | Agricultural: GB/T 26568-2011Feed Grade: NY/T 43-1987 (MgSO₄·7H₂O ≥99.0%, Mg ≥9.7%, As ≤2 mg/kg, heavy metals ≤10 mg/kg)Food Grade: GB 29207-2012 |
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) | Regular MOQ: 20 MT (1×20'FCL); trial order: 5-10 MT (bagged) available. |
Delivery Time | Regular order: 7-15 working days; custom packaging/special specifications: 15-25 working days. |
Payment Terms | T/T (30% deposit, 70% against copy of B/L), sight L/C; FOB, CFR, CIF terms supported. |
