Characteristic
Magnesium trisilicate is an inorganic compound that is used as a food additive. The additive is frequently used by fast food chains to absorb fatty acids and extract impurities formed while frying edible oils. It has good acid neutralizing properties, but the reaction appears too slow to serve as an effective non-prescription antacid.
Chemical formula:Mg2O8Si3
Molar mass:260.857 g/mol
Appearance:White crystals
Odor:Odourless
Application
Used as a food additive.