Title: Magnesium Bromide

CAS Registry Number: 7789-48-2

Molecular Formula: Br2Mg

Molecular Weight: 184.11

Percent Composition: Br 86.80%, Mg 13.20%

Line Formula: MgBr2

 

Derivative Type: Hexahydrate

Properties: Colorless, very deliquesc crystals or white granules; bitter taste. mp about 165° with decompn. Sol in 0.3 part water; sol in alcohol. The aq soln is neutral. Keep well closed.

Melting point: mp about 165° with decompn

 

Use: In organic syntheses.

Therap-Cat: Sedative, anticonvulsant.

Keywords: Anticonvulsant; Sedative/Hypnotic; Bromides.