Magnesium 12 Mg 24.305

Magnesium Sulfate Dried USP/GB Granular (Not Intended for Parenteral Use)

Jost Code: 2588

Synonyms: Epsom Salt

Magnesium Sulfate Dried USP/GB Granular is known to be used in pharmaceuticals. Magnesium plays a vital role in regulating the neuromuscular activity of the heart, converts blood sugar to energy and is necessary for proper calcium and Vitamin C metabolism. Product specifications, SDSs and certifications are available under Additional Information. 

Chemical Formula
MgSO4 · x H2O
CAS Number
7487-88-9
Molecular Weight (Anhydrous)
120.37
Use
Pharmaceuticals
Description
White granules
Containers
55 lb/25 kg cartons
Storage
Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers.
Regulatory
Not intended for use in preparing parenteral dosage forms
Revision Date
8/23/2021
Identification
Test A
Pass
Test B
Pass
Residual Solvents
Conforms to USP
LOI
22.0 – 28.0%
Assay
99.0 – 100.5%
pH (5%)
5.5 – 7.5
Chloride
0.014% Maximum
Iron (USP)
0.002% Maximum
Particle Size
Mesh Thru 10
99% Minimum
Iron (GB)
20 ppm Maximum
Heavy Metals
10 ppm Maximum
Selenium
30 ppm Maximum
Lead
2 ppm Maximum
Arsenic
3 ppm Maximum
Microbial Test Results
Aerobic Plate Count
10³ cfu/g Maximum
Yeast and Mold Count
10² cfu/g Maximum
Total Coliforms
Negative