Mg1 Cl2 — Properties & Data | MatWorld

Mg1 Cl2

ceramic

· Mg1 Cl2

Magnesium chloride (MgCl₂) is an ionic ceramic compound consisting of magnesium cations bonded to chloride anions. While primarily known as a chemical reagent and de-icing agent, MgCl₂ has emerging applications in advanced ceramics and composite materials where its ionic bonding character provides moderate stiffness with potential thermal and electrical properties. It is less common as a structural ceramic compared to oxides, but represents an important material family for specialized electrolyte, thermal management, and lightweight composite systems.

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Compliance & Regulations

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Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Bulk Modulus(K)	28.64	GPa	DFT · OptB88vdW
Shear Modulus(G)	17.65	GPa	DFT · OptB88vdW

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	5.626	eV	DFT · OptB88vdW

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-1.984	eV/atom	DFT · OptB88vdW

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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.

Mg1 Cl2

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Regulatory Screening

Environmental