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Magnesium Sulphate Heptahydrate
Description
Magnesium sulphate heptahydrate is more commonly known as Epsom salt. It’s a chemical compound with the formula MgSO₄·7H₂O. This means it’s a hydrated form of magnesium sulphate, containing seven water molecules for each magnesium sulphate molecule.
| Formula | MgSO4•7H2O |
| Molecular Wt. | 246.47 g/mol |
| CAS-No. | 10034-99-8 |
| HS-No | 2933 2990 |
Specification
| Assay (titr.) | Min 99 % |
| Appearance | White Crystals |
| Magnesium as Mg | Min 9.5% |
| Sulphur as S | Min 12.5% |
| pH of 10% Solution | 6-7 |
| Solubility in Water | Min 99.5% |
Application
Magnesium sulphate heptahydrate Fertilizer, commonly known as Epsom salt, has a wide range of applications across various industries.
Agricultural Applications
- Soil amendment: Corrects magnesium and sulfur deficiencies in soil, essential for plant growth and chlorophyll production.
- Seed germination: Promotes better seed germination and seedling development.
- Pest deterrence: Repels pests like slugs and voles.
Medicinal Applications
- Laxative: Used to relieve constipation.
- Muscle relaxant: Soothes sore muscles and reduces inflammation.
- Skincare: Used in bath salts to soften skin, relieve itching, and reduce inflammation.
- Pain relief: Helps alleviate minor aches and pains.
Industrial Applications
- Water treatment: Used in water softening and purification processes.
- Textile industry: Employed in dyeing and finishing processes.
- Paper manufacturing: Used in the papermaking process.
- Other industries: Finds applications in leather tanning, construction, and fireproofing.
Other Applications
Aquariums: Maintains water quality and prevents magnesium deficiency in fish.
Livestock feed: Added to animal feed as a magnesium supplement.
Benefits
Benefits for Humans
- Relaxation and stress relief: Epsom salt baths can help soothe muscles, reduce stress, and improve sleep quality.
- Pain relief: It can alleviate muscle aches, soreness, and inflammation.
- Skin health: Helps soften skin, reduce itching, and improve skin conditions like eczema.
- Digestive health: When taken orally under medical supervision, it can act as a laxative to relieve constipation.
Benefits for Plants
- Improved plant growth: Provides essential nutrients, magnesium and sulfur, for healthy plant development.
- Increased chlorophyll production: Magnesium Sulphate Fertilizer is crucial for photosynthesis, leading to greener and healthier plants.
- Better seed germination: Enhances seed germination rates.
- Pest deterrence: Can repel certain pests like slugs and voles.
Benefits for Other applications
- Soil improvement: Corrects magnesium and sulfur deficiencies in soil.
- Water treatment: Used in water softening and purification.
- Industrial processes: Essential in various industrial applications.
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