Title: Magnesium Perborate
CAS Registry Number: 14635-87-1
Molecular Formula: B2MgO6
Molecular Weight: 141.92
Percent Composition: B 15.24%, Mg 17.13%, O 67.64%
Line Formula: Mg(BO3)2
Derivative Type: Heptahydrate
Properties: White, bulky powder; gradually dec with loss of active oxygen. Sparingly sol in water with partial decompn; sol in dil acids.
Use: As of sodium perborate; with pptd chalk in tooth powders.
Status: This monograph has been retired and is no longer subject to revision or update.