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Calcium silicide

SKU 14345899 CAS 12013-56-8 CaSi2 MW 96.25 Available on enquiry

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Calcium silicide (CaSi₂) is a grayish-black, crystalline compound primarily used as a reducing agent in metallurgy, particularly for producing silicon and silicon alloys, as well as in the production of phosphorous and calcium carbide derivatives. It is also employed in chemical synthesis and as a deoxidizer in steel manufacturing. This chemical has a CAS number of 12013-56-8, a molecular weight of 96.25 g/mol, and requires ambient storage conditions. It carries a Danger signal word due to its reactivity hazards. Molekula supplies calcium silicide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 14345899
CAS Number: 12013-56-8
Molecular Formula: CaSi2
Molecular Weight: 96.25
Exact Mass: 95.9164
SMILES: [Si].[Si].[Ca]
InChIKey: HAUJAPUPPYHUGS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/Ca.2Si
PubChem CID: 170839545

Synonyms

Calcium disilicide
CALCIUM SILICIDE (CaSi2)
Calcium silicon (CaSi2)
HAUJAPUPPYHUGS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Silicocalcium

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Frequently asked questions

What is calcium silicide primarily used for?

Calcium silicide is commonly used as a fuel in pyrotechnic compositions, as a deoxidizer in steelmaking, and in the manufacture of silicon-based chemicals and alloys.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of calcium silicide?

The chemical formula is CaSi₂, and the molecular weight is 96.25 g/mol.

How should calcium silicide be stored?

Store calcium silicide in a cool, dry place at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.

What grades or purities of calcium silicide does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies technical-grade calcium silicide (typically 80-90% purity) for industrial applications.

Can Molekula supply calcium silicide in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can provide bulk quantities of calcium silicide, with packaging options tailored to customer needs.

What documentation is provided with a calcium silicide order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a compliance certificate for purity and quality.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.