17787-72-3

Basic information

• Product Name: Calcium chloride
• Synonyms: 10043-52-4 (Dichloride salt);139468-93-2(2Cl-);14127-61-8 (Calcium, ion [ca2+]);Aids003239;Aids-003239;Calcium(2+);Hexaaquacalcium ion
• CAS NO: 17787-72-3
• Molecular Formula: CaH12O6
• Molecular Weight: 40.078
• EINECS: 233-140-8
• Mol File: 17787-72-3.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 782℃
• Boiling Point: 1600℃
• Flash Point: >1600°C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.086 g/mL at 20 °C
• Refractive Index: n20/D 1.358
• Water Solubility: 740 g/L (20℃)
• CAS DataBase Reference: Calcium chloride(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Calcium chloride(17787-72-3)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Calcium chloride(17787-72-3)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xi:Irritant
• Statements: R36:
• Safety Statements: S22:; S24:
• Hazardous Substances Data: 17787-72-3(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Calcium chloride is a chemical compound composed of calcium and chlorine. It is commonly used as a de-icing agent for roads and sidewalks, as well as a desiccant for controlling humidity in various industries. It is also used in food and beverage production as a firming agent, in medicine to treat calcium deficiencies, and in water treatment to increase the hardness of soft water. In addition, it is used as a refrigerant and as an additive in oil and gas drilling fluids. Calcium chloride is a versatile compound with a wide range of industrial and commercial applications.

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