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Calcium chloride dihydrate (USP, EP grade)
Calcium chloride dihydrate (USP, EP grade) is a white, hygroscopic solid used in pharmaceuticals, food processing, and deicing applications. It serves as a stabilizer, drying agent, and electrolyte source. Available in 1 kg, 5 kg, and 25 kg packaging. CAS: 10035-04-8, Molecular formula: CaCl2·2H2O, Molecular weight: 147.01 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Calcium chloride dihydrate (USP, EP grade) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Calcium chloride dihydrate (USP, EP grade) is a white, hygroscopic solid used in pharmaceuticals, food processing, and deicing applications. It serves as a stabilizer, drying agent, and electrolyte source. Available in 1 kg, 5 kg, and 25 kg packaging. CAS: 10035-04-8, Molecular formula: CaCl2·2H2O, Molecular weight: 147.01 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Calcium chloride dihydrate (USP, EP grade) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| pH | 4.5 - 9.2 |
| Fluoride (F) | ≤ 40ppm |
| Sulfate (SO4) | ≤ 240ppm |
| Assay | 99.0 - 103.0% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 5ppm |
| Magnesium & Alkali Metals | ≤ 0.5% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 10ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 2ppm |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤1ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 2ppm |
| aluminium (Al) | ≤ 0.2ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 10035-04-8 |
| Molecular Formula | CaCl2·2H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 147.01 |
| SMILES | Cl[Ca]Cl.O |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28272000 |
| Tariff Code | 2827200000 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is calcium chloride dihydrate used for?
It is commonly used as a de-icing agent, desiccant, and in food processing as a firming agent or calcium supplement.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is CaCl2·2H2O with a molecular weight of 147.01 g/mol.
How should calcium chloride dihydrate be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grades are available?
Available in USP and EP grades, suitable for pharmaceutical and high-purity applications.
Can Molekula supply this in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply calcium chloride dihydrate in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.
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