Magnesium ethoxide
Pharmaceutical Materials 2025-03-02
CAS Number: 2414-98-4
Molecular Formula: C4H10MgO2
Molecular Weight: 114.43 g/mol
Appearance: White to off-white powder
Melting Point: 270°C
Usage: Mainly used in the pharmaceutical industry and organic synthesis.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Magnesium ethoxide |
| Synonyms | Magnesium ethylate; Ethanol, magnesium salt; 2-Ethoxymagnesium ethanolate |
| CAS Number | 2414-98-4 |
| Molecular Formula | Mg(OC2H5)2 or C4H10MgO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 114.43 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to off-white solid or powder |
| Density | 1.01 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | Decomposes at 270°C |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (decomposes before reaching boiling point) |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water and ethers; slightly soluble in ethanol |
| Chemical Properties | An organic magnesium salt with a magnesium atom bonded to two ethoxy (OC2H5) groups. It is a white to off-white solid that decomposes at 270°C. |
| Applications | Used as a catalyst in olefin polymerization for the production of polypropylene, high-density polyethylene, and low-density polyethylene. Also used in the pharmaceutical industry and as a raw material for the production of precision ceramics. |
| Stability | Stable under normal conditions, but reacts with water and moisture. |
| Hazard Information | May be harmful if swallowed or inhaled. May cause skin and eye irritation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Store in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible materials and oxidizing agents. |
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