Title: Magnesium Acetate
CAS Registry Number: 142-72-3
Synonyms: Cromosan
Molecular Formula: C4H6MgO4
Molecular Weight: 142.39
Percent Composition: C 33.74%, H 4.25%, Mg 17.07%, O 44.95%
Line Formula: Mg(C2H3O2)2
Derivative Type: Tetrahydrate
CAS Registry Number: 16674-78-5
Properties: Colorless or white, deliquesc crystals. d 1.45. mp about 80°. Very sol in water or alcohol. The aq soln is neutral or slightly acid.
Keep well closed.
Melting point: mp about 80°
Density: d 1.45