Calcium hypochlorite

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  • CAT Number: R071175
  • CAS Number: 7778-54-3
  • Molecular Formula: Ca(ClO)2
  • Molecular Weight: 142.98
  • Purity: ≥95%
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Calcium hypochlorite(Cat No.:R071175), is a chemical compound widely used for its disinfectant and sanitizing properties. It is a white solid powder or granular substance that contains chlorine as its active ingredient. When dissolved in water, it releases chlorine gas and hypochlorous acid, which are effective in killing bacteria, viruses, and algae. Calcium hypochlorite is commonly used to disinfect swimming pools, drinking water, and wastewater treatment systems. It is also employed for sanitation in various industrial processes, as well as in household cleaning products.


Catalog Number R071175
CAS Number 7778-54-3
Molecular Formula Ca(ClO)2
Purity ≥95%
Storage RT
IUPAC Name calcium;dihypochlorite
InChI InChI=1S/Ca.2ClO/c;2*1-2/q+2;2*-1
InChIKey ZKQDCIXGCQPQNV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES [O-]Cl.[O-]Cl.[Ca+2]

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