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Food grade ingredient · Mineral ingredient and anticaking agent · INS 504(i)
Food Grade Magnesium Carbonate
Food grade magnesium carbonate is a basic hydrated magnesium carbonate material used in suitable formulations as an anticaking, flour-treatment or mineral ingredient.
- CAS / identity
- 583678-75-4 (commercial identity); 546-93-0 (JECFA record)
- INS number
- 504(i)
- Form
- xMgCO3·yMg(OH)2·nH2O
- MOQ
- 500 kg
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Quality documentsHACCP, Kosher, Halal and ISO
Standard packing25 kg bag
Container loadingConfirm / 20' FCL
Batch evidenceCurrent specification and COA on request
Product overview
What is food grade Magnesium Carbonate?
Food grade magnesium carbonate is a light or heavy white magnesium carbonate material. The commercial reference describes a basic hydrated composition and 40.0–43.5% MgO, while Codex identifies magnesium carbonate as INS 504(i).
Commercial suitability depends on the exact grade, source, test method, application and destination-market rules. The current signed specification and batch COA govern a transaction.
Application screening
Common food grade Magnesium Carbonate applications
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Flour systems
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Mineral formulations
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Dry blends
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Commercial specifications
Food grade Magnesium Carbonate reference specification
These commercial reference specifications are separate from batch COA results and regulatory requirements. Agree the grade, analytical basis and test methods for your order.
| Test item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance (block / white powder) | Passes test |
| MgO content | 40.0–43.5% |
| Identification | Passes test |
| Microbiology | Passes test |
| Water-soluble salts | ≤1.0% |
| Acid-insoluble matter | ≤0.05% |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤3 ppm |
| Calcium (Ca) | ≤0.45% |
| Heavy metals | ≤0.002% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.02% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤2 mg/kg |
| Calcium oxide | ≤0.6% |
| Solubility in dilute sulfuric acid | Passes test |
| Bulk density — heavy | 500–700 g/L |
| Bulk density — light | 100–350 g/L |
Specification and identity note: The commercial identity is CAS 583678-75-4 with a variable basic-hydrate formula; the FAO/JECFA magnesium carbonate record lists CAS 546-93-0 and INS 504(i). These identifiers are not interchangeable evidence of conformity. Match the offered composition and CAS across the signed specification, SDS and COA.
Qualification support
Product documents and quality requirements
Product documents
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Food qualification
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Independent identity reference
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Storage and handling
Protect Magnesium Carbonate in storage
- EnvironmentStore sealed in a cool, dry and ventilated area away from direct sunlight and heat; use the stated below-30°C storage condition.
- MoistureProtect bags from rain, humidity, caking and contamination.
- ControlsKeep packaging intact and follow the current SDS and site hygiene procedures.
Buyer questions
Food grade Magnesium Carbonate FAQ
What is food grade Magnesium Carbonate used for?
Powdered foods, Flour systems, Mineral formulations, Dry blends are common formulation areas. Legal use, dosage and performance must be confirmed for the exact finished food and destination market.
What are the packing and minimum order quantity for Magnesium Carbonate?
The reference packing is 25 kg bag. The reference minimum order quantity is 500 kg.
Which documents should a buyer request for Magnesium Carbonate?
Request the current signed specification or TDS, SDS, representative or batch COA, test methods and applicable food-quality certificates for the exact manufacturing site and grade.
What should be included in a Magnesium Carbonate RFQ?
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