Fertilizers : Magnesium oxide is used as a raw material for manufacturing many magnesium-based fertilizers, namely Magnesium Sulphate, which helps correct magnesium deficiencies in the soil. It is widely used in:
- Magnesium Sulphate Plants
- SSP Manufacturing Plants (with Mg-enrichment lines)
Ceramic Industries and Abrasives : MgO acts as a fluxing agent, improving the strength, durability, and heat resistance of ceramics and abrasive products. It is widely used in:
- Ceramic Manufacturing Plants
- Abrasive Production Plants (grinding wheels, polishing agents)
Glass Manufacturing : MgO enhances the durability and thermal stability of glass, reducing brittleness and improving resistance to breakage. It is added during the melting phase of glass production to improve hardness, durability, and resistance to thermal shock. It is often introduced as part of raw material blending. It is used in:
- Glass Manufacturing Plants (flat glass, container glass, fiberglass)
Chemical Industries : MgO serves as a pH regulator, catalyst, and precursor in the production of various magnesium compounds and specialty chemicals. MgO is used as a reactant in producing magnesium salts (e.g., magnesium chloride, magnesium hydroxide). It’s also used in neutralization and as a desulfurization agent. It is widely used in:
- Chemical Processing Plants
- Water Treatment Plants
Refractories : MgO is crucial for making refractory bricks and linings due to its high melting point and resistance to extreme heat. MgO is sintered at extremely high temperatures (over 1500°C) to produce refractory bricks and linings for furnaces and kilns. The process involves pressing MgO powder into molds and sintering. It is widely used in:
- Refractory Manufacturing Plants
- Steel and Cement Plants (lining for kilns and furnaces)
Animal Feed : MgO supplements animal feed to prevent magnesium deficiency, promoting bone development and metabolic functions in livestock. It is used in:
- Animal Feed Production Plants
- Supplement Manufacturing Facilities
| General Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Magnesium Oxide (MgO) | 75 – 90% |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 44% – 52% |
| Fineness (through mesh) | 200 mesh |
| Silica (SiO₂) | 5 – 12% |
| Calcium Oxide (CaO) | 1.5 – 2.5% |
| Iron (Fe) | < 0.6% |
| Loss on Ignition (LOI) | 1.5 – 1.6% |
| Alumina (Al₂O₃) | 0.85% |
| Manganese (Mn) | Non-deductible |
* These are general specifications and may vary from lot to lot. Please request a COA for the latest lot values.