| Formula / Notation | CaCl2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 10043-52-4 |
| Molecular Weight | 110.98 |
| Melting Point | 782 °C |
| Boiling Point | 1935 °C |
| Density | 2.15 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | 0.745 g/mL (at 20 °C) |
| Appearance | Calcium chloride is a white to off-white solid. Sinks and mixes with water. (USCG, 1999) |
| Also Known As | calcium dichloride; 10043-52-4; Calcium chloride anhydrous; Calcium dichloride; CaCl2; Dowflake; Liquidow; Peladow; Calcium chloride (CaCl2); Bovikalc |
| Category | Salts |
What is Calcium chloride?
Calcium dichloride is an inorganic calcium salt, a calcium salt and an inorganic chloride. It has a role as a NMR chemical shift reference compound and a fertilizer.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: calcium dichloride
Other Names / Synonyms: calcium dichloride; 10043-52-4; Calcium chloride anhydrous; Calcium dichloride; CaCl2; Dowflake; Liquidow; Peladow; Calcium chloride (CaCl2); Bovikalc
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 782 °C |
| Boiling Point | 1935 °C |
| Density | 2.15 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 110.98 |
| Solubility | 0.745 g/mL (at 20 °C) |
| Appearance | Calcium chloride is a white to off-white solid. Sinks and mixes with water. (USCG, 1999) |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Calcium dichloride is an inorganic calcium salt, a calcium salt and an inorganic chloride. It has a role as a NMR chemical shift reference compound and a fertilizer.
Used in food preservation, water treatment, chemical synthesis, fertilizers, and pharmaceutical applications.
Irritant or toxic depending on specific salt. Some salts are oxidising agents or toxic to aquatic environments. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Calcium chloride is: CaCl2