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Alkaline Earth Compounds (Be, Mg, Ca, Sr, Ba)

Calcium hypochlorite

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Calcium hypochlorite chemical structure
CAS number7778-54-3
FormulaCaCl2O2
Molar mass142.98 g/mol
Physical formCrystalline
HS code28289011
UN numberUN 1748
InChIKeyZKQDCIXGCQPQNV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC namecalcium dihypochlorite

About Calcium hypochlorite

Calcium hypochlorite sits in our alkaline Earth Compounds (Be, Mg, Ca, Sr, Ba) section and ships worldwide from stock or short lead time. For your records (Synthesis), the material is defined by CAS 7778-54-3, formula CaCl2O2 and molar mass 142.98 g/mol. Expect white to off-white powder or crystal or chunks.

Typical applications

  • Paints, coatings & inks
  • Materials research

Storage and safety notes

Physical constants on file: melting point 100 °C and density 2.35 g/mL at 25 °C. Hazard communication follows GHS (Danger: H272, H302, H314 and H400). Our SDS lists exposure controls and first-aid measures. For transport it ships as UN UN 1748.

Order it in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs or ask for a bulk quotation. You receive a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS with each order. Send an enquiry through the quote panel and you get a formal offer with Incoterms and delivery time.

Typical uses

  • Paints, coatings & inks
  • Materials research

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Calcium hypochlorite
Product nameCalcium hypochlorite
Catalogue numberZX-013439
CAS number7778-54-3
IUPAC namecalcium dihypochlorite
Molecular formulaCaCl2O2
Molar mass142.98 g/mol
Exact mass141.8901
GradeSynthesis
Physical formCrystalline
AppearanceWhite to off-white powder or crystal or chunks
Melting point100 °C
Density2.35 g/mL at 25 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors0 / 2
Topological polar surface area46.1 Ų
HS code28289011
UN numberUN 1748
InChIKeyZKQDCIXGCQPQNV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES[O-]Cl.[O-]Cl.[Ca+2]
PubChem CID24504
SynonymsCalcium hypochloride, Hypochlorous acid, calcium salt, Bleaching powder, Pittcide, Chemichlor G, Chlorine of lime, Solvox KS, T-Eusol, Chlorolime chemical, HTH (bleaching agent), Calcium chlorohypochloride, Hipoclorito calcico

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS03 Oxidising
Oxidising
GHS05 Corrosive
Corrosive
GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful
GHS09 Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment

Signal word Danger

  • H272May intensify fire, oxidizer
  • H302Harmful if swallowed
  • H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life

Precautionary statements P210, P220, P260, P264, P270, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P330, P363, P370 + P378, P391, P405, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Calcium hypochlorite
1 kgQuoted on request
5 kgQuoted on request
25 kgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about Calcium hypochlorite

Which CAS number identifies Calcium hypochlorite?
Calcium hypochlorite is registered under CAS 7778-54-3. You may also see it listed as Calcium hypochloride, Hypochlorous acid, calcium salt, Bleaching powder. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-013439.
What are the formula and molar mass of Calcium hypochlorite?
For Calcium hypochlorite, its formula is CaCl2O2 and its molar mass is 142.98 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is calcium dihypochlorite. InChIKey ZKQDCIXGCQPQNV-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Calcium hypochlorite?
This listing is Synthesis grade. Standard packs are 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Calcium hypochlorite?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship Calcium hypochlorite to my country?
Yes. Because Calcium hypochlorite is classed as hazardous (UN 1748), it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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