What is Magnesium Chloride?
Magnesium Chloride (MgCl₂) is an inorganic salt that occurs naturally in seawater and brine. It is available in anhydrous form as well as various hydrated forms, most commonly the hexahydrate (MgCl₂·6H₂O), which appears as white or colourless flakes or granules. It is highly soluble in water and has a wide range of industrial, agricultural, and food applications.
Polychem Industries supplies Magnesium Chloride in industrial grade to manufacturers, distributors, and procurement teams across India and internationally. Its versatility across dust control, de-icing, food processing, and industrial applications makes it one of the most in-demand chemicals in our catalog.
Available Grades
| Grade | Form | Purity | Standard | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial Grade | Flakes / Powder / Granules | ≥ 95% | Industrial | Dust control, de-icing, construction, industrial processes |
| Food Grade | Flakes / Powder | ≥ 99% | FCC / FSSAI | Tofu coagulant, food processing, nutritional supplements |
| Technical Grade | Flakes / Solution | ≥ 97% | Technical | Chemical synthesis, textile, water treatment |
Applications & Uses
Dust Control & De-icing
One of the most effective dust suppressants for unpaved roads, mining sites, and industrial yards. Also widely used for de-icing roads and pavements in cold climates as it works at lower temperatures than sodium chloride.
Food Processing
Food grade Magnesium Chloride (known as Nigari) is used as a coagulant in tofu production. It is also used as a mineral supplement and firming agent in various food products.
Construction & Flooring
A key component in magnesium oxychloride cement (Sorel cement) used in industrial flooring, fire-resistant panels, and construction boards. Provides excellent hardness and durability.
Agriculture
Used as a source of magnesium in fertilisers to correct magnesium deficiency in soils. Magnesium is essential for chlorophyll production and plant growth.
Water Treatment
Used in wastewater treatment as a coagulant and in the removal of phosphates and other contaminants from industrial effluents.
Textile Processing
Used in textile finishing as a weighting agent for silk and synthetic fabrics, and in the dyeing process as a fixing agent.
Fire Retardant Products
Used in the manufacture of fire-resistant building boards, panels, and coatings due to its non-combustible properties and heat resistance.
Chemical & Industrial Processes
Used as a raw material in the production of magnesium metal and other magnesium compounds, and as a catalyst in various chemical synthesis processes.
Technical Specifications
Magnesium Chloride — Key Properties
Why Source Magnesium Chloride from Polychem Industries?
- Multiple grades available — Industrial, Food Grade and Technical for all applications
- Consistent quality with Certificate of Analysis (COA) available on request
- Bulk supply capability for large manufacturing and construction requirements
- Export documentation experience for international shipments
- Competitive pricing with reliable year-round availability
- 25+ years of experience supplying industrial chemicals across India
