Calcium Chloride Anhydrous, Calcium Dichloride, 10043-52-4

Calcium Chloride Anhydrous, Calcium Dichloride, 10043-52-4

📑 Chemical Profile – Calcium Chloride Anhydrous

1. General Information

• CAS No: 10043-52-4

• Chemical Formula: CaCl₂

• Molecular Weight: 110.98 g/mol

• Density: 2.174 g/cm³ (at 20 °C)

• Packaging Types: 25 kg bags, drums, IBC tanks, laboratory bottles

2. Technical Properties

• Form: Powder, granules, prills

• Purity: ≥96–97%

• Melting Point: 772 °C

• Boiling Point: ~1600 °C

• Hygroscopicity: Strong moisture absorber, effective desiccant

3. Detailed Applications

• Desiccant and moisture absorber

• De-icing agent and road salt

• Food additive (E509) – firming agent

• Concrete accelerator in construction

• Moisture control in textile and paper industries

• Laboratory drying agent

4. Production Method / Sources

• Extracted from natural brines and salt deposits

• By-product of sodium chloride electrolysis

5. Sectoral Suitability Table

6. Mandatory Processes

• REACH registered (EC No: 233-140-8)

• Compliance with TS EN standards

• FDA/EFSA approval as food additive

7. Other Names

• Common name: Calcium salt

• International: Calcium dichloride

• Trade names: Drying salt, CaCl₂ flakes

8. Alternative Products / Substitutes

• Magnesium chloride (MgCl₂)

• Sodium chloride (NaCl) – less effective

• Potassium acetate – eco-friendly de-icer

9. Regulatory & Compliance

• REACH: 01-2119494219-28

• FDA/EFSA: Food additive E509

• ISO: Standards for moisture control and industrial use

• Import/Export: Free trade, food-grade requires certification

10. Safety & MSDS Summary

• GHS Symbols: ⚠️ GHS07 (Irritant)

• Storage: Keep sealed, away from moisture

• Transport: Not classified as hazardous under ADR

• PPE: Gloves, goggles, mask

11. Market & Commercial Information

• Packaging: 25 kg bags, 500 kg big-bags, IBC tanks

• Main Producer Countries: China, India, USA, Europe

• Brands: Sigma-Aldrich, VWR, Merck

12. Quality & Analytical Data

• Purity: ≥96–97%

• Forms: Powder, granules, prills

• Tests: Moisture absorption capacity, solubility, pH

13. Environmental & Sustainability Aspects

• Low environmental toxicity

• Waste management: Dilution with water for disposal

• Carbon footprint: Depends on production method

14. Visual Support

• GHS pictograms (Irritant)

• Packaging visuals (bags, drums, IBC)

• Sector suitability table