The report provides a detailed analysis essential for establishing a Magnesium Citrate production plant. It encompasses all critical aspects necessary for Magnesium Citrate production, including the cost of Magnesium Citrate production, Magnesium Citrate plant cost, Magnesium Citrate production costs, and the overall Magnesium Citrate production plant cost. Additionally, the study covers specific expenditures associated with setting up and operating a Magnesium Citrate production plant. These encompass production processes, raw material requirements, utility requirements, infrastructure needs, machinery and technology requirements, manpower requirements, packaging requirements, transportation requirements, and more.
Magnesium Citrate is an organic chemical compound that finds numerous industrial applications due to its high bioavailability. It is widely used as an additive in the nutrient fortification of various food items like cereals, snacks, and dairy products to enrich products with magnesium. It is also utilized as a mineral source in the production of magnesium supplements to address magnesium deficiencies and improve overall health. It also finds its application as a saline laxative to treat occasional constipation. Additionally, the compound is often used as an ingredient in production various skin and haircare products.
The market for Magnesium Citrate is primarily led by its demand as a magnesium source in the production of various dietary supplements and food products. Its utilization as a nutrient ingredient in the production of magnesium supplements to treat magnesium deficiencies largely promotes its demand in the nutrition and healthcare industries. Its usage as an acidity regulator and preservative in the preparation of various food products to extend its shelf life also boosts its demand in the food and beverage industries. Its involvement as a mineral source in food fortification to add magnesium to baby food and infant formula, cereals, etc., further enhances its demand in the food and nutrition industries. Its application as an ingredient in various skin and hair care formulations to adjust the acid-base balance also contributes to its demand in the cosmetics and personal care industries.
The availability and cost of raw materials, such as citric acid and magnesium oxide used for the synthesis of magnesium citrate serve as a major factor that impact its production. The demand for Magnesium Citrate is largely driven by its use in supplements for digestive health, as a laxative, and in the food industry. Rising awareness of health and wellness trends, along with growing consumer interest in magnesium-rich supplements, direct impact the demand and procurement strategies for magnesium citrate. Changes in food safety standards, good production practices (GMP), or drug regulations also greatly affect industrial Magnesium Citrate procurement.
Raw Material for Magnesium Citrate Production
According to the Magnesium Citrate production plant project report, the major raw materials for Magnesium Citrate production include Magnesium Oxide-Citric Acid.
Production Process of Magnesium Citrate
The extensive Magnesium Citrate production cost report consists of the following industrial production process:
- Production from Magnesium Oxide: The method of producing Magnesium Citrate involves the use of citric acid and magnesium oxide as the main starting materials. The process begins with the preparation of citric acid solution, followed by the addition of magnesium oxide at the temperature of 70 degrees Celsius for 6 minutes. Further, the obtained reaction solution is cooled to 10 degrees Celsius for 10 minutes, which results in the formation of magnesium citrate as the final product.
Magnesium citrate is a white, crystalline powder or granular substance with a slightly salty taste and no odor. It has the chemical formula C12H10Mg3O14 and a molecular weight of 451.11 g/mol. The compound is partially soluble in water with a solubility of 20 g/100ml and readily absorbs moisture from the air, making it hygroscopic. Its density is approximately 1.6 g/cm³. The melting point of the compound ranges between 100-150 degrees Celsius and its boiling point is above 300 degrees Celsius.
Magnesium citrate is a trimagnesium dicitrate salt, combining three magnesium cations with two citrate anions in a 3:2 ratio. It exhibits a pH range of 3.79 to 4.79 depending on concentration and can exist in anhydrous or various hydrated forms. The compound is stable under normal conditions but can react with acids to form magnesium salts and citric acid. Magnesium citrate contains 16.2% elemental magnesium by weight in its anhydrous form.