Compound Q&A
What is Magnesium dichloride (CAS: 7786-30-3)?
Answer
Magnesium dichloride is an inorganic salt with the chemical formula MgCl₂. It is a white, hygroscopic solid that dissolves readily in water. This compound is commonly used as a desiccant and in various industrial processes. It has a high melting point and is stable under normal conditions. Magnesium dichloride (CAS: 7786-30-3) is also a key component in some chemical reactions and serves as a source of magnesium ions in aqueous solutions.
About
CAS No
7786-30-3
English Name
Magnesium dichloride
Molecular Formula
Cl2Mg
Molecular Weight
95.21 g/mol
EINECS
232-094-6
SMILES
[Mg+2].[Cl-].[Cl-]
InChIKey
TWRXJAOTZQYOKJ-UHFFFAOYSA-L
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
