CAS 13446-53-2: Magnesium bromide (MgBr2), hexahydrate

Magnesium bromide hexahydrate is used as flame retardant. Used as source of magnesium ion and a co-factor for many enzymes including deoxyribonuclease (DNase) and various restriction enzymes. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Magnesium bromide hexahydrate is a chemical compound that is used in pharmaceutical preparations. It is a solid catalyst for the synthesis of organic compounds. Magnesium bromide hexahydrate is also used to prepare hydroxy groups and as an acidic environment in the reaction solution. This compound has excellent chemical stability and high solubility data, which makes it suitable for use in various applications.

Magnesium Bromide Hexahydrate

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Applications Magnesium Bromide Hexahydrate is an inorganic salt used in the synthesis of superconductors and nanowires. Also present in polymer nanocomposites to improve conductivity. References Alam, M. et al.: Polym. Int., 63, 1465 (2014); McDonald, T. et al.: J. Am. Chem. Soc., 135, 7056 (2012);

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Magnesium bromide hexahydrate, 98+%