Light Magnesium Oxide – Antacid, Mineral Supplement, and pH Adjuster
1. General Introduction to Light Magnesium Oxide
Light Magnesium Oxide is a fine, ultra-light powder inorganic compound widely used in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food industries. The prominent characteristic of this raw material is its strong acid-neutralizing ability, acting as a pH buffering agent and providing an essential source of Magnesium minerals.
Unlike the heavy form (Heavy Magnesium Oxide), the light form has a large porous volume and a significantly higher surface area. This gives the raw material excellent dispersibility, rapid reaction in the stomach's acidic environment, and effective moisture and excess oil absorption properties in cosmetic formulations.
The raw material is manufactured by Sujata Nutri-Pharma Pvt. Ltd. (India), an enterprise specializing in the supply of high-quality pharmaceutical ingredients, nutritional supplements, and excipients that meet USP/BP/EP standards, helping businesses fulfill technical requirements for premium product lines.
2. Active Ingredients and Specifications of Light Magnesium Oxide
Functions: Gastric antacid, Magnesium mineral supplement, moisture/excess oil absorbent, anti-caking agent, and pH stabilizer.
Chemical Name: Magnesium Oxide
Molecular Formula: MgO
Molecular Weight: 40.30 g/mol
Appearance: White, porous, and very light amorphous powder.
Solubility: Practically insoluble in water and ethanol; readily soluble in dilute acids.
Quality Standards: USP, BP, EP, or equivalent standards.
Regularly controlled parameters include:
Bulk density (the determining factor for the "Light" form)
Purity and MgO content
Heavy metal impurity limits (Calcium, Iron, etc.)
Loss on ignition
Microbial limits
3. Advantages of Light Magnesium Oxide
Effective acid neutralization: Reacts quickly with gastric acid, helping to rapidly reduce symptoms of heartburn and indigestion caused by excess acid.
Porous structure, large surface area: The "Light" form provides excellent moisture and sebum absorption capabilities, while also preventing the powder from clumping (anti-caking) during production.
Abundant source of Magnesium: Contains a very high percentage of elemental Magnesium (approximately 60%), ideal for health supplement products.
Benign and safe: Low irritancy, with excellent biocompatibility for the human body and skin.
Meets international quality standards: The raw material complies with strict USP/BP/EP standards, ensuring the highest purity for medical pharmaceutical production.
4. Applications of Light Magnesium Oxide
In Pharmaceuticals
Antacids: A primary ingredient in chewable tablets, conventional tablets, or oral suspensions to help treat stomach ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Health Supplements: Used as a mineral source in Calcium-Magnesium-Zinc supplement tablets, supporting bones, joints, and the nervous system.
Laxatives: At certain dosages, it acts as an osmotic laxative, aiding in the treatment of constipation.
In Cosmetics
Makeup and Setting Powders: Thanks to its light and porous nature, the ingredient helps absorb sebum and excess oil on the skin, providing a smooth matte finish and preventing greasiness.
Skincare Products: Acts as a pH buffering agent and an opacifying agent in creams and lotions.
Deodorants: Its acid-neutralizing ability helps restrict the activity of body odor-causing bacteria.
In Food
Anti-caking agent: Used in spices, milk powder, and cocoa powder to keep the products loose and free-flowing.
Acidity regulator: Stabilizes pH in industrially processed products.
5. Commercial Products Using Light Magnesium Oxide
6. Product Contact Information
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Light Magnesium Oxide is a lightweight, porous inorganic powder compound applied in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food to neutralize stomach acid, provide an essential source of Magnesium, absorb moisture, and control excess oil. This ingredient is suitable for antacid formulations, health supplements, makeup powders, and formulation systems requiring pH control or anti-caking properties.
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