Why Does Magnesium Chloride Cake?

Many customers often ask us: Is caking of magnesium chloride a quality problem?

Yuze Magnesium Chloride Manufacturer explains in detail the caking issues of anhydrous magnesium chloride and magnesium chloride hexahydrate.

1. Basic properties of magnesium chloride

Both anhydrous and hexahydrate magnesium chloride are highly hygroscopic and moisture-sensitive, and dissolve easily in water.

Many desiccants are made from calcium chloride dihydrate or magnesium chloride hexahydrate. They absorb moisture from the air and gradually turn liquid.

Solution:We use double-layer packaging: inner lining + sealed bag, outer PE or plastic woven bag. This prevents contact with air and moisture.Please check the package for damage when receiving goods. If broken, replace or use first.

2. Differences in raw materials and production processesTests show that magnesium chloride from different processes and raw materials cakes at different rates — some within 6 months, some up to 2 years.Products may all be called “magnesium chloride”, but sources vary: brine magnesium chloride, Qinghai magnesium chloride, acid-method magnesium chloride, by-product (potassium nitrate by-product), main-product, pharmaceutical intermediate, etc.Yuze has 13 years of experience and can provide suitable export-grade magnesium chloride based on your needs.

3. Caking from production equipmentIn rare cases, caked magnesium chloride from production pipes may enter bags if not cleaned properly.

· Hard caking: usually old deposits from equipment

· Soft caking: usually from poor sealing, easy to break up

4. Storage and seasonal factors

Many customers place goods directly on the ground, especially in summer with high humidity.

Condensation forms on the bottom of the bags, causing caking.

Solution:Use pallets, store in a dry, well-ventilated, elevated area.

5. Other factors

Product quality and form also affect caking.

Under the same quality, hexahydrate powder cakes easier than flakes.

Above is the explanation of magnesium chloride caking from Yuze Magnesium Chloride Manufacturer.Follow us for more professional content about anhydrous magnesium chloride and magnesium chloride hexahydrate.