Physical state at 20 °C | Solid | Odour | Odorless |
Density [g/cm3] | Insoluble in water | Solubility in water [% weight] | Insoluble in water |
Colour | White powder |
Appearance | A fine white powder |
Assay (as MgO; on ignited basis) | Min 29% |
Alkalinity | Passes IP test |
Arsenic (As) | Max 0.0004% |
Heavy metal (as Pb) | Max 0.004% |
Chloride (Cl) | Max 0.05% |
Sulphate (SO4) | Max 0.5% |
Acid absorption | Passes IP test |
Water soluble salts | Passes IP test |
Loss on ignition (at 900°C) | 17 – 34% |