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Calcium Chloride

CaCl2
CAS 10043-52-4 · Formula CaCl2 · MW 110.98 g/mol

A hygroscopic calcium salt used for de-icing, dust control, drying, and brine applications. It is used as a pavement de-icer and dust-control agent, as a drying/dehydrating agent (desiccant) for gases and organic liquids, in oilfield fracturing and drilling fluids, and as a food additive (firming agent).

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HS Code
2827.20
At a Glance
Material Family
Acids & Salts
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Viscosity Modification · Moisture Control
Functional Roles
Viscosity Modification Moisture Control
INCI Name
CALCIUM CHLORIDE
CosIng Functions
ASTRINGENTVISCOSITY CONTROLLING
Industries Served
Beauty & Personal Care Food & Beverage Industrial Manufacturing Oil & Gas Water Treatment
Applications & Use Cases
  • ▸ De-icing & dust control: Pavement de-icer and road dust suppressant.
  • ▸ Desiccant: Drying and dehydrating agent for gases and organic liquids.
  • ▸ Oil & gas: Component of fracturing and drilling fluids.
  • ▸ Food additive: Firming agent (food grade).
Physical Properties
Melting Point
782 °C
Boiling Point
1935 °C
Density
2.15 at 20 °C
Solubility
0.745 g/mL (at 20 °C)
Safety & Handling
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HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
2827 . 20
Chapter 28
Inorganic chemicals; compounds of precious metals and rare-earth metals
Heading 28.27
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 2827.20
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
10043-52-4
Molecular Formula
CaCl2
Molecular Weight
110.98 g/mol
IUPAC Name
calcium dichloride
INCI Name
CALCIUM CHLORIDE
PubChem CID
5284359
InChI Key
UXVMQQNJUSDDNG-UHFFFAOYSA-L
Synonyms & Trade Names
CALCIUM CHLORIDE Calcium chloride anhydrous Calcium dichloride Dowflake Liquidow Peladow Calcium chloride (CaCl2) Bovikalc Calcium Chloride, Anhydrous Intergravin-orales Uramine MC Cacl2 (anhydrous) Calcium(2+) chloride Calcarea muriatica CaCl2 INS NO.509 INS-509
Full Description

Calcium chloride (CAS 10043-52-4) is an inorganic salt (CaCl2). It is used as a pavement de-icer and dust-control agent, as a drying/dehydrating agent (desiccant) for gases and organic liquids, in oilfield fracturing and drilling fluids, and as a food additive (firming agent). It is strongly hygroscopic.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is calcium chloride used for?

Calcium chloride (CAS 10043-52-4, CaCl2) is used as a pavement de-icer and dust-control agent, as a drying/dehydrating agent (desiccant) for gases and organic liquids, in oilfield fracturing and drilling fluids, and as a food-additive firming agent. It is strongly hygroscopic.

Is calcium chloride the same as baking soda?

No. Calcium chloride is CaCl2, an inorganic calcium salt. Baking soda is sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) — a different compound with a different cation, anion, and chemistry. They are not interchangeable.

What is the common name and formula of calcium chloride?

Its chemical formula is CaCl2 and it is most often referred to simply as calcium chloride. It is an inorganic, strongly hygroscopic salt (CAS 10043-52-4).

Does RawSource supply calcium chloride in bulk packaging?

Yes. RawSource distributes calcium chloride in bulk formats — bags, supersacks, drums, and IBC totes for liquid grades — to manufacturers and operators. Send your volume and grade for a quote.

What is the cost of bulk calcium chloride?

Price varies with form (flake, pellet, or solution), volume, packaging, and freight, so RawSource quotes per order rather than listing a fixed price. Request a current bulk quote against CAS 10043-52-4.

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