Magnesium carbonate
CAS number: 546-93-0, 29409-82-0
Synonyms: Magnesium (II) carbonate (1:1); Magnesite; Magnesium carbonate precipitated; Carbonate magnesium
Industry claims used in: flour, baked goods, frozen dairy products
Possible physical or functional effects: Anticaking agents and free-flow agents; Colors and coloring adjuncts; Humectants; pH control agents; Other
Properties: industry claims FDA GRAS; used in cigarettes
Toxicology: TLV:TWA 10 mg/m³; heated to decomp., emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes