Inorganic Chemical

Calcium Chloride Dihydrate

Basic Information

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Chemical NameCalcium Chloride Dihydrate
Chemical FormulaCaCl₂·2H₂O
Molecular FormulaCaCl₂H₄O₂
Molecular Weight147.02 g/mol
CAS Number10035-04-8
IndustryMajor ApplicationsPurpose
Food & BeverageFirming agent, preservative, cheese making, brewing, canned fruits and vegetables, mineral fortificationTexture improvement, calcium fortification, pH control
PharmaceuticalsInjectable calcium solutions, dialysis fluids, electrolyte preparationsTreatment of hypocalcemia, electrolyte replacement
NutraceuticalsCalcium supplements and mineral formulationsSource of dietary calcium
Chemical ManufacturingRaw material for calcium salts, desiccants, catalysts, process chemicalsChemical intermediate and processing aid
Water & Wastewater TreatmentWater hardness adjustment, wastewater treatment, fluoride removalWater quality improvement and treatment
ConstructionConcrete accelerator, cement additive, dust suppressionAccelerates cement setting and improves workability
Oil & GasDrilling fluids, completion fluids, well stimulationDensity control and shale stabilization
Road MaintenanceDe-icing roads, dust control on unpaved roadsIce melting and dust suppression
Refrigeration & HVACBrine refrigeration systems, cooling applicationsHeat transfer fluid
Mining & MetallurgyOre processing, dust suppressionMineral processing and operational efficiency
AgricultureFoliar sprays, fertilizer formulations, hydroponicsCalcium nutrient source for crops
Animal NutritionMineral supplements for livestock and poultryCalcium supplementation
Laboratory & BiotechnologyLaboratory reagent, buffer preparationAnalytical and research applications