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Epsom Salt
Epsom Salt , also known as Magnesium sulfate heptahydrate, is a chemical compound with the formula MgSO4·7H2O. It is a hydrated form of magnesium sulfate, which means it contains seven molecules of water (H2O) for every molecule of magnesium sulfate (MgSO4).
Description
Epsom Salt , also known as Magnesium sulfate heptahydrate, is a chemical compound with the formula MgSO4·7H2O. It is a hydrated form of magnesium sulfate, which means it contains seven molecules of water (H2O) for every molecule of magnesium sulfate (MgSO4).
Product Name | Epsom Salt |
Catalog Number | PM22000095 |
CAS No. | 10034-99-8 |
Molecular Formula | MgSO4.7H2O |
Molecular Weight | 120.366 g/mol |
Grade | PREMIUM |
HS Code | 28332300 |
Categories | Lab Chemicals |
EC Number | 231-298-2 |
Common Names | Epsom Salt |
Synonyms | Magnesium sulfate heptahydrate |
Parameter | Specification |
Appearance | White or almost white, crystalline powder or brilliant, colorless crystals. |
Solubility | Freely soluble in water, very soluble in boiling water |
Assay (Min.) | 99.00% |
Chloride (Max.) | 0.020% |
Arsenic (Max.) | 0.0002% |
Iron (Max.) | 0.001% |
Lead (Max.) | 0.0005% |
Zinc (Max.) | 0.001% |
Bath Soaks: Epsom salt is often added to baths to soothe sore muscles and relax the body. It is believed to help alleviate muscle aches and pains.
Health and Wellness: Some people use Epsom salt as a laxative when dissolved in water and taken orally, although this should be done under the guidance of a healthcare professional.
Foot Soaks: Soaking your feet in a warm Epsom salt solution can help relieve foot pain and soften the skin.
Skin Care: Epsom salt is sometimes used in homemade skin care products like scrubs and masks due to its exfoliating properties.
Crystal Growing: Epsom salt crystals can be grown as a fun science experiment.