Magnesium Chloride Flakes
White flakes · CAS 7791-18-6
DocumentsSpec sheet (PDF, 32 KB)Safety Data Sheet (PDF, 78 KB)
Also available: Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate (Aquaculture Grade).
Overview
Magnesium Chloride Flakes (CAS 7791-18-6) is one of the salts & minerals products Suraj Chemicals supplies to industrial, institutional and manufacturing buyers across India from our Chennai base. It is commonly used for de-icing and dust control; concrete additive and construction; oil & gas drilling fluids, among other applications in the salts & minerals category. We pack Magnesium Chloride Flakes in 25/50 kg PP/HDPE bags, and can arrange bulk, drum or tanker quantities for larger requirements — full characteristics, applications and downloadable documentation are below, or you can request a quote directly.
Specification Sheet — Characteristics
Download Specification Sheet (PDF)| Characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Magnesium | 11.73% |
| Assay | 98.15% |
| Calcium | 0.01% |
| Sulphur | 0.02% |
| Lead | Nil |
| Iron | 0.01% |
| Cadmium | Nil |
These values come from our own lab test on Magnesium Chloride Flakes. They vary slightly from batch to batch, so ask for a current certificate of analysis with your order.
Applications
- De-icing and dust control
- Concrete additive and construction
- Oil & gas drilling fluids
- Tofu (nigari) and food processing
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnesium Chloride Flakes?
Magnesium Chloride Flakes is supplied by Suraj Chemicals as white flakes, identified by CAS number 7791-18-6. It falls under our Salts & Minerals range — see the Specification Sheet table above for its full characteristics.
What is Magnesium Chloride Flakes used for?
Typical applications include: De-icing and dust control; Concrete additive and construction; Oil & gas drilling fluids; Tofu (nigari) and food processing.
How should Magnesium Chloride Flakes be stored and handled?
Store in a dry, moisture-proof area — hygroscopic, absorbs atmospheric moisture readily.
What packaging and pack sizes does Suraj Chemicals supply Magnesium Chloride Flakes in?
25/50 kg PP/HDPE bags. Contact us if you need a different pack size, or a bulk/tanker quantity.
What is the shelf life of Magnesium Chloride Flakes?
Typically around 12 months from date of manufacture in original, unopened packaging, stored in a cool, dry place away from moisture. Extended exposure to humid air can affect this product's quality, so keep containers tightly resealed between uses and avoid part-used bags sitting open. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.
Is Magnesium Chloride Flakes hazardous to handle?
The Safety Data Sheet for Magnesium Chloride Flakes does not classify it as hazardous under GHS. It is still an industrial chemical, so use normal good practice — avoid unnecessary dust, skin and eye contact, store as advised above, and download the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) in the sidebar above for full GHS hazard, handling and PPE details.
Is a Specification Sheet, TDS or MSDS available for Magnesium Chloride Flakes?
Yes. a downloadable Specification Sheet (PDF) with full characteristics and specifications is available above, and a downloadable Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for Magnesium Chloride Flakes is also available above.
Can I get a sample or discuss order quantity for Magnesium Chloride Flakes?
Yes. use the Request Price & Availability button or WhatsApp us with your required quantity, and our team will confirm pricing, minimum order quantity, sample availability and delivery timelines for Magnesium Chloride Flakes.
Actual packaging as supplied by Suraj Chemicals
CAS Number
7791-18-6
Appearance
White flakes
Packaging
25/50 kg PP/HDPE bags
Storage & Handling
Store in a dry, moisture-proof area — hygroscopic, absorbs atmospheric moisture readily.
Shelf Life
Typically around 12 months from date of manufacture in original, unopened packaging, stored in a cool, dry place away from moisture. Extended exposure to humid air can affect this product's quality, so keep containers tightly resealed between uses and avoid part-used bags sitting open. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.