Calcium Chloride 1 Kg

Calcium chloride (CaCl2) is a white salt formed by the combination of calcium and chloride ions. It is usually in solid form and dissolves when it comes into contact with water, forming an aqueous solution. Calcium chloride is a versatile chemical used in many industrial applications and chemical processes. Detailed information about the properties and usage areas of calcium chloride is given below:

Features

• Chemical Formula: CaCl2
• Molecular Weight: 110.98 g/mol
• Appearance: White, crystalline or powdery
• Solubility: Easily soluble in water, shows an endothermic (heat absorbing) reaction when forming a solution.
• Biodegradability: Biodegradable in nature.

Usages

1. Road Maintenance:

   • De-Icing: It is sprinkled on roads and pavements to prevent and thaw ice in winter.
   • Dust Filtering: Powdered calcium chloride is used to reduce dust of roads and runways.

2. Oil and Gas Industry:

   • Surface Active Agent: Used to reduce surface tension and dissolve sediments in drilling fluids.
   • Drilling Fluids: Used as solvent and stabilizer in oil and natural gas drilling.

3. Food Industry:

   • Food Additive (E509): Used in cheese production to harden the cheese.
   • Canning: Can be used in canning vegetables.

4. Chemical Industry:

   • Calcium Chloride Solutions: Used as a solvent in chemical syntheses and laboratory studies.
   • Calcium Chloride Drying: Used in drying gases and liquids.

5. Leather and Textile Industry:

   • Leather Processing: Used in softening and processing leather.
   • Textile: Can be used in textile dyeing and processing processes.

6. Use in Concrete:

   • Hardener in Concrete: It increases durability and reduces crack formation by using it as a hardener in concrete mixtures.
   • Coolant: It can be used for heating control during cement hydration in concrete production.

7. Other Applications:

   • Swimming Pools: Used in swimming pools to increase the hardness of the water and prevent the formation of bacteria.
   • Medical Applications: Can be used in some medical conditions.

Calcium chloride is a versatile chemical with a wide range of industrial applications. It is preferred in many applications due to its heat absorbing feature when in contact with water.