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Used as a magnesium source after confirming composition, dosage and market requirements.
Food grade ingredient · Citrate salt
Food Grade Magnesium Citrate
Magnesium citrate is a magnesium salt of citric acid used in suitable foods, supplements and premixes as a magnesium source.
- CAS number
- 144-23-0
- Product
- Magnesium Citrate
- Formula
- Mg3C12H10O14
- MOQ
- 500 kg
Reference assay14.0–16.5%
Standard packing25 kg bag
Container loadingConfirm / 20' FCL
QualificationCOA and certificates on request
Product overview
What is food grade magnesium citrate?
The commercial reference identifies magnesium citrate by CAS 144-23-0 and formula Mg3C12H10O14, with a reference magnesium-content range of 14.0–16.5% on a dry basis.
The commercial reference limits must be matched to the exact grade, intended food category and destination-market rules. A product name alone does not establish regulatory conformity.
Application screening
Common food grade Magnesium Citrate applications
Confirm legal use, dosage, technical performance and sensory impact in the finished product.
Fortified foods
Evaluate magnesium contribution, taste and compatibility in qualifying foods.
Powdered beverages
Assess solubility, sediment, acidity and sensory effects.
Premixes
Specify magnesium basis, particle size, hydrate form and contaminants.
Tablets and capsules
Evaluate flow, compression and uniformity in the finished dosage form.
Daily-use formulations
Non-food formulations require separate grade and application qualification; this page concerns food-grade procurement.
Commercial specifications
Food grade Magnesium Citrate reference specification
These commercial reference limits are separate from batch COA results. Agree the grade, analytical basis and applicable standard before ordering.
| Test item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Magnesium citrate content, dry basis | 14.0–16.5% |
| Calcium | ≤1.0% |
| Sulfate | ≤0.02% |
| Heavy metals, as Pb | ≤0.005% |
| Iron | ≤0.05% |
| Lead | ≤0.0001% |
| Chloride | ≤0.005% |
| Loss on drying | ≤29.0% |
| Arsenic | ≤0.0003% |
| Appearance | White granular or crystalline powder |
Specification note: Commercial magnesium citrate may vary in hydration and stoichiometry. The overview describes magnesium content, while the table labels its 14.0–16.5% field as magnesium citrate content. Agree the measured analyte, chemical identity, hydration form and dry-basis method before acceptance, together with the loss-on-drying method and market requirements.
Qualification support
Product documents and quality requirements
Product documents
Request the current specification/TDS, SDS, methods and representative or batch COA.
Food qualification
Verify applicable HACCP, Kosher, Halal and ISO documents for the exact product and site.
Independent reference
Review the NIH PubChem magnesium citrate record for identity context.
Storage and handling
Protect Magnesium Citrate in storage
- EnvironmentStore sealed in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from heat and sunlight.
- MoistureProtect bags from rain, humidity, caking and contamination.
- ControlsFollow the current SDS and site hygiene procedures.
Buyer questions
Food grade Magnesium Citrate FAQ
What is Magnesium Citrate used for?
Magnesium citrate is a magnesium salt of citric acid used in suitable foods, supplements and premixes as a magnesium source. Validate legal use and performance for the exact food.
What is the reference assay?
The commercial reference lists 14.0–16.5% on a dry basis. Agree whether the assay reports elemental magnesium or magnesium citrate, with the method and sample basis, in the signed specification and COA.
What are the packing and MOQ?
The reference packing is 25 kg per bag and the minimum order is 500 kg.
Which documents should be requested?
Request specification/TDS, SDS, COA and applicable food-quality certificates.
What information is needed for a quote?
Provide application, grade or hydrate form, specification, quantity, destination and delivery date.
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