Molekula
Calcium nitrite
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Calcium nitrite is an inorganic salt primarily used as a corrosion inhibitor in concrete and as a preservative in industrial water systems. It is also employed as a non-chloride set accelerator and antifreeze admixture in cold-weather concreting. This chemical has a CAS number of 13780-06-8, with the molecular formula Ca(NO₂)₂ and a molecular weight of 132.089 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions but requires careful handling due to its Danger classification. Molekula supplies calcium nitrite from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Water | ≤1.0% |
| Ca(NO3)2 | ≤4.5% |
| Ca(NO2)2 | ≥90% |
| Ca(OH)2 | ≤1.0% |
| Insoluble in water | ≤1.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 5.1 (6.1) |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89981680 |
| CAS Number | 13780-06-8 |
| IUPAC Name | calcium dinitrite |
| EC Number | 237-424-2 |
| Molecular Formula | Ca(NO2)2 |
| Molecular Weight | 132.089 |
| Exact Mass | 131.9484 |
| SMILES | N(=O)[O-].N(=O)[O-].[Ca+2] |
| InChIKey | AONJRPXZCVADKF-UHFFFAOYSA-L |
| InChI | InChI=1S/Ca.2HNO2/c;2*2-1-3/h;2*(H,2,3)/q+2;;/p-2 |
| PubChem CID | 159695 |
| UN Number | UN3087 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 28341050 |
| Tariff Code | 2834100000 |
Safety & GHS
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Oxidizing
GHS03
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
- H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
- H371 May cause damage to organs
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- AONJRPXZCVADKF-UHFFFAOYSA-L
- Calcarea Nitrica
- calcium dinitrite
- CALCIUM NITRITE (CA(NO2)2)
- Caswell No. 147
- EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 076202
- Nitrous acid calcium salt (2:1)
- Nitrous acid, calcium salt
Frequently asked questions
What is calcium nitrite commonly used for?
Calcium nitrite is primarily used as a corrosion inhibitor in concrete, a preservative in industrial water systems, and as a reagent in chemical synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of calcium nitrite?
The chemical formula is Ca(NO₂)₂, and the molecular weight is 132.089 g/mol.
What safety classification does calcium nitrite fall under?
Calcium nitrite is classified with the signal word 'Danger' due to its hazardous properties, including oxidative effects.
How should calcium nitrite be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperatures in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances like strong oxidizers or acids.
Does Molekula supply calcium nitrite in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply calcium nitrite in bulk, with quantities tailored to meet industrial and commercial needs.
What documentation is provided with a calcium nitrite order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a technical specification sheet.
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