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Magnesium hydroxide

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How we decide

A white mineral also called brucite.

It is used in antacids like milk of magnesia.

Written from English Wikipedia1

  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • EU permitted

Regulatory status

Checked Sep 2026

Status reflects the named register on the date checked. It is not a safety rating.

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References

  1. 1Magnesium hydroxide. Wikipedia. Accessed September 26, 2026.