Molekula
Calcium chloride dihydrate (USP, EP grade) B-P
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Calcium chloride dihydrate (USP, EP grade) is a high-purity, water-soluble salt widely used in pharmaceuticals, food preservation, and industrial processes as a humectant, desiccant, and electrolyte stabilizer. It meets USP and EP standards for pharmaceutical applications, ensuring safety and consistency. CAS 10035-04-8, molecular formula CaCl₂·2H₂O, molecular weight 147.01 g/mol. Store at ambient conditions. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Calcium chloride dihydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| 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 |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤ 240ppm |
| pH (5% aq. sol.) | 4.5 - 9.2 |
| Fluoride (F-) | ≤ 40ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90037928 |
| 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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Health Hazard
GHS07
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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is calcium chloride dihydrate USP/EP grade used for?
This grade is primarily used in pharmaceuticals, food processing (e.g., firming agent in canned vegetables), and medical applications like wound dressings and IV fluids.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of calcium chloride dihydrate?
The formula is **CaCl₂·2H₂O**, and the molecular weight is **147.01 g/mol**.
How should calcium chloride dihydrate be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grades of calcium chloride dihydrate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies this product in **USP and EP grades**, meeting pharmaceutical and European Pharmacopoeia standards.
Can Molekula supply calcium chloride dihydrate in bulk?
Yes, we offer bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability on larger orders.
What documentation comes with an order of calcium chloride dihydrate USP/EP?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and batch-specific documentation for USP/EP compliance.
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