What is Calcium Chloride Dihydrate?
Calcium Chloride Dihydrate (CaCl²•2H²O) is a de-icer in addition to an ample range of uses, which include industrial and agricultural purposes. These include melting ice, absorbing moisture, and chemical reactions. This compound is soluble, has the ability to absorb moisture immediately, and offers wide use across construction industries. Calcium Chloride Dihydrate serves encapsulated calcium chloride brine purposes in refrigeration.
Common Applications
Here is a list of more uses for Calcium Chloride Dihydrate:
- Dewatering and Dust Control: Used as an ice de-icer and douse dust on unpaved surfaces.
- Finishing Work: Used to make concrete easier for workers to work with when setting it during cold weather.
- Food Industry: Works as a preserver and firmer in food production.
- Pharmaceuticals: Used in medical supplements and formulations as calcium.
- Water Treatment: Soften water whilst controlling the chemical precipitation for a cleaner outcome.
- Agriculture: Balance the amount of calcium crops require while controlling the soil’s composition.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| Purity (CaCl₂·2H₂O) | 98% min |
| Appearance | White Crystalline Solid |
| Moisture Content | Stable Hydrated Form |
| Solubility | Easily Soluble in Water |
| Packaging | 25kg bags, 50kg bags, Jumbo bags |
