⚠️ For information only; not a substitute for the official Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Calcium Chloride Dihydrate is supplied as white flakes with approx. 74–77% CaCl2 for industrial use, and in high-purity grades (min. 99.8% CaCl2·2H2O) for food and table water applications. It is hygroscopic and very soluble in water.
- De-icing: Road and pavement de-icing and anti-icing brines.
- Dust Control: Binding dust on unpaved roads and sites.
- Construction: Concrete set accelerator (chloride limits apply to reinforced concrete).
- Oil & Gas: Drilling and completion brines.
- Food: Firming agent (E509), food grade.
- Water: Mineralisation of table and drinking water.
- Refrigeration: Cooling brines.
Appearance
White flakes or crystals, hygroscopic
Odor
Odorless
Molecular Formula
CaCl2·2H2O
Molecular Weight
147.01 g/mol
Melting Point
Approx. 175 °C (loses water)
Density
1.85 g/cm³
Solubility
Very soluble in water
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions; absorbs moisture from the air
IUPAC Name
calcium;dichloride;dihydrate
الصيغة الجزيئية
CaCl2·2H2O
الكتلة الجزيئية
147.01 g/mol
SMILES
O.O.[Cl-].[Cl-].[Ca+2]
InChIKey
LLSDKQJKOVVTOJ-UHFFFAOYSA-L
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⚠️ For information only; not a substitute for the official SDS.