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Calcium Hypochlorite
Calcium hypochlorite is an inorganic compound with chemical formula Ca(ClO)2, also written as Ca(OCl)2. It is a white solid, although commercial samples appear yellow. It strongly smells of chlorine, owing to its slow decomposition in moist air. This compound is relatively stable as a solid and solution and has greater available chlorine than sodium hypochlorite. “Pure” samples have 99.2% active chlorine. Given common industrial purity, an active chlorine content of 65-70% is typical. It is the main active ingredient of commercial products called bleaching powder,[a] used for water treatment and as a bleaching agent.
Chemway is one of the Calcium Hypochlorite, manufacturers, exporters, and suppliers in Fujairah, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Kuwait, Muscat, Dubai UAE
Calcium hypochlorite is a chemical compound commonly used in various industries due to its strong disinfectant and bleaching properties. Here are some typical applications:
- Water Treatment: Calcium hypochlorite is widely used for water disinfection and purification, including in municipal water systems, swimming pools, and wastewater treatment facilities. It helps kill bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens.
- Swimming Pools: It’s a popular choice for pool sanitation because it effectively sanitizes pool water and helps maintain a safe and clean swimming environment.
- Bleaching: In the paper and textile industries, calcium hypochlorite is used as a bleaching agent. It helps in the whitening process and removes unwanted colors.
- Sanitation and Disinfection: It’s used in various industrial settings for cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, equipment, and facilities. This is common in food processing plants, hospitals, and other settings where hygiene is critical.
- Agriculture: It can be used to disinfect irrigation systems and as a treatment for certain plant diseases.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Calcium hypochlorite is used as an intermediate in the production of other chemicals and in various chemical processes.
The use of calcium hypochlorite requires careful handling due to its strong oxidative properties and potential for hazardous reactions if not managed properly.
CAS Number | 7778-54-3 |
Chemical formula | Ca(OCl)2 |
Molar mass | 142.98 g·mol-1 |
Appearance | white/gray powder |
Density | 2.35 g/cm3 (20 °C) |
Melting point | 100 °C (212 °F; 373 K) |
Boiling point | 175 °C (347 °F; 448 K) decomposes |
Solubility in water | 21 g/(100 mL) at 25 °C |
Solubility | reacts in alcohol |
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- 45 KG CANE
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