Magnesium sulfate heptahydrate (CED0001045)

Magnesium sulfate heptahydrate (H14MgO11S) is a compound with an average molecular weight of 246.47 g/mol. Magnesium sulfate heptahydrate belongs to the alkaline earth metal sulfates, a subclass of alkaline earth metal oxoanionic compounds within the inorganic compounds. In biological contexts, it serves as a cofactor (PMC13024846). Industrial applications for the compound are extensive, where it is utilized as a cleaning agent, emulsifier, thickening agent, pH regulating agent, flavouring and nutrient, anti-caking agent, lubricating agent, and as processing aids not otherwise specified. The substance is found in or released from 26 recorded sources. Within the category of electrical and electronic equipment, it is associated with antennas, discharge lamps, electric switches, adjustable resistors, and electrically stimulated smoking devices, among three others. In the realm of food, food processing, and cookware, it is linked to the preparation of malt, wort, and vinegar, as well as fermentation processes for beer and the preparation of wine or sparkling wine, among three others. Regarding household cleaning and consumer products, it is found in bleaching agents, cigar cigarettes, non electric simulated smoking devices, other smoking requisites, pipe accessories, and three others. Additionally, it is recorded in building and construction materials, specifically in floors and ceilings.