Magnesium nitrate

Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory.

DOT Classification:  5.1; Label: Oxidizer

The Magnesium(II) nitrate (1:2) with CAS registry number of 10377-60-3 is also known as Magniosan. The IUPAC name is Magnesium dinitrate. Its EINECS registry number is 231-104-6. In addition, the formula is MgN₂O₆ and the molecular weight is 148.31. This chemical is a white crystalline solid that soluble in water. It reacts exothermically with other chemicals and may cause inflammation to the skin or other mucous membranes. What's more, this chemical is used as oxidant, dehydrating agent, agent of wheat ash and also can be used for manufacture of explosives, catalysts or other magnesium salts.

Physical properties about Magnesium(II) nitrate (1:2) are: (1)ACD/LogP: -0.13; (2)# of Rule of 5 Violations: 0; (3)ACD/LogD (pH 5.5): -0.13; (4)ACD/LogD (pH 7.4): -0.13; (5)ACD/BCF (pH 5.5): 1; (6)ACD/BCF (pH 7.4): 1; (7)#H bond acceptors: 4; (8)#H bond donors: 1; (9)Enthalpy of Vaporization: 37.72 kJ/mol; (10)Boiling Point: 83 °C at 760 mmHg; (11)Vapour Pressure: 49.8 mmHg at 25 °C.

Preparation of Magnesium(II) nitrate (1:2): it is prepared by reaction of basic magnesium carbonate with nitric acid. The reaction can release of carbon dioxide to form magnesium nitrate solution.

3 MgCO₃ · Mg(OH)₂ + 8 HNO₃ → 4 Mg(NO₃)₂ + 3 CO₂ + 5 H₂O

When you are using this chemical, please be cautious about it. As a chemical, it is irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. It contacts with combustible material may cause fire. During using it, wear suitable protective clothing. Keep away from combustible material. If contact with eyes accidently, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. After using it, keep container tightly closed and dry.

You can still convert the following datas into molecular structure:
1. Canonical SMILES: [N+](=O)([O-])[O-].[N+](=O)([O-])[O-].[Mg+2]
2. InChI: InChI=1S/Mg.2NO3/c;2*2-1(3)4/q+2;2*-1
3. InChIKey: YIXJRHPUWRPCBB-UHFFFAOYSA-N