Oxides and Peroxides

In lubricants for metal extrusion.

Used in electromechanical industry

Magnesium oxide, a seemingly ordinary inorganic compound with great potential, although it may show potential danger under certain conditions, its widespread use in many industries and applications cannot be ignored. In the medical field, magnesium oxide, with its unique chemical properties, plays a vital role. Praised as a highly effective bleach and oxidizer, it is often used in the manufacture of topical ointments, disinfectants and wound care products, and its antibacterial and cleaning properties help speed wound healing and protect the body from infection. In the textile, paper and pulp industries, the versatility of magnesium oxide has been fully reflected. Due to its ability to release oxygen on contact with water, it is used as an ideal bleaching and whitening agent, especially when dealing with natural fibers and cellulosic materials, which can significantly improve the whiteness and purity of the product, thereby increasing the market value of the product. In the broad arena of the chemical industry, magnesium oxide stands out for its unique chemical reactivity. As an oxidizer for many organic and inorganic syntheses, it is able to participate in and facilitate a range of complex chemical transformations, is an important precursor for the manufacture of various compounds and new materials, and plays an integral role in driving the development of the chemical industry. In addition, the application of magnesium oxide in the field of water treatment has also attracted increasing attention. Adding magnesium oxide to the water body can release oxygen, which is of great benefit to the aeration and oxygenation process of the water body, especially in aquaculture and wastewater treatment, which helps to maintain the ecological balance of the water body and improve the efficiency and effect of water treatment. However, it is worth noting that magnesium oxide needs to be handled and stored with extreme care. Due to its potential explosive and accelerated combustion characteristics, safety operating procedures must be strictly observed and appropriate sealing measures must be taken to ensure safety during use and transportation. Magnesium oxide is a versatile inorganic compound whose oxidation ability, combined with a wide range of applications, has shown great value in many fields, including medical, industrial and environmental protection. Whether as a useful aid in healthcare or as a key ingredient in various industrial processes, magnesium oxide has proven its importance in the modern world with its unique properties and wide range of uses.

6mm pieces and smaller with 99% purity; yellow-brown powder(s); lemon yellow at ?80°C, reddish orange crystal(s) at room temp, cherry red >180°C [KIR79] [HAW93] [STR93] [CER91]

In magnetic recording tapes; as catalyst.

As catalyst in the oxidation of SO2 to SO3, alcohol to acetaldehyde, etc.; for the manufacture of yellow glass; inhibiting ultraviolet light transmission in glass; depolarizer; as developer in photography; in form of ammonium vanadate as mordant in dyeing and printing fabrics and in manufacture of aniline black.