Magnesium oxide - Technical grade

Product Description

Magnesium oxide (MgO) is a chemical compound composed of magnesium and oxygen. Here are some key points about MgO:

Properties
- High melting point: MgO has a high melting point of around 2800C.
- Refractory material: Due to its high melting point, MgO is used as a refractory material in furnaces and other high-temperature applications.
- Basic oxide: MgO is a basic oxide, meaning it reacts with acids to form salts and water.

Applications
- Refractories: MgO is used in refractory bricks, castables, and other products for high-temperature applications.
- Agriculture: MgO is used as a soil amendment to improve soil pH and provide magnesium nutrients to plants.
- Pharmaceuticals: MgO is used as an antacid and laxative in some pharmaceutical products.
- Electrical insulation: MgO is used as an electrical insulator due to its high electrical resistivity.

Production
- Calcination: MgO is often produced by calcining magnesite (MgCO3) or other magnesium-rich minerals.
- Synthetic production: MgO can also be produced synthetically through various chemical reactions.