Magnesium Turning

Mg Turnings, Magnesium Shavings, Magnesium Chips.

CAS
7439-95-4
EC
231-104-6
Sectors
Mining & Metals, Aerospace & Defense, Pharma & Healthcare

Magnesium Turning (CAS 7439-95-4) is a high-purity metallic magnesium in shaving and turning form, a Reagent Grade material of 99.9% purity with high surface area, used as a reducing agent in Grignard reactions, organomagnesium synthesis, titanium production and pyrotechnic initiators. The product is essential for the production of organomagnesium compounds, which serve as vital intermediates in the synthesis of complex pharmaceuticals. Its 99.9% Purity ensures minimal interference from trace metals, guaranteeing high yields in sensitive chemical processes. In the aerospace sector, these turnings are used in the production of lightweight alloys and as a component in pyrotechnic initiators. The material must be handled with extreme care due to its high flammability when exposed to moisture or air.

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Magnesium Turning

Applications
  • [Grignard Reagents]: Acts as the essential metallic precursor for synthesizing R-Mg-X reagents used in carbon-carbon bond formation.
  • [Titanium Production]: Utilized in the Kroll process as a reducing agent to convert titanium tetrachloride into pure titanium metal.
  • [Pyrotechnics]: Used in specialty flares and ignition systems due to its ability to burn with intense white light and high heat.
Safety & Risks

Classified as Water-Reactive and Flammable Solid; releases flammable gases on contact with water. Store in Argon-purged containers; use Face Shields and Fire-Resistant Gloves during handling.

Packaging

Packed in 100 g to 5 kg Metal Cans, or 25 kg Argon-sealed Steel Drums for bulk industrial use.