Project Description
Calcium Acetate
Chemical Name: Calcium Acetate
Molecular Formula: C4H6O4Ca
Molecular Weight: 158.17
INS No.: E263
CAS：62-54-4
Character: It is an odorless white fine powder with a slight bitter test. It’s hygroscopic and soluble in water. And it is slightly soluble in ethanol.
| Item | Calcium Acetate |
|---|---|
| Content (C4H6O4Ca) | 98.0-102.0% |
| Moisture | ≤7% |
| Fluoride (F) | ≤0.005% |
| PH value（20g/L,25℃） | 6-8 |
| Chlorides, | ≤0.05% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤0.0002% |
| Sulphates | ≤0.1% |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤0.0002% |
| Water insoluble matter | ≤0.3% |
| Readily oxidizable substance | ≤1000mg/kg (Expressed as formic acid) |
Uses: Calcium acetate has several applications in various industries:
1. Food industry: Calcium acetate can be used as a food additive, primarily as an acidity regulator or firming agent. It can be added to foods to adjust their acidity levels or improve texture.
- Food preservation: Calcium acetate is used as a food preservative to extend the shelf life of certain products. It helps inhibit the growth of certain bacteria and molds, preventing spoilage and maintaining the freshness of the food.
- Texture improvement: Calcium acetate is a texture enhancer in certain food products. It can help stabilize and improve the texture of canned fruits, vegetables, and jellies by acting as a firming agent.
2. Medical and pharmaceutical industry: Calcium acetate is used to treat hyperphosphatemia, a condition characterized by high levels of phosphate in the blood. It acts as a phosphate binder, helping to reduce phosphate absorption in the intestines.
3. Water treatment: Calcium acetate is used in water treatment processes. It can help remove certain impurities by forming insoluble compounds, aiding in the purification and treatment of water.
4. Laboratory reagent: Calcium acetate is utilized as a laboratory reagent for various purposes. It can be used in chemical reactions, as a pH adjuster, or as a precipitating agent.
5. Concrete setting: Calcium acetate can be utilized in construction to accelerate the setting time of concrete. It helps in reducing the overall curing time of concrete structures.
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Packing: It is packed with a polyethylene bag as the inner layer and a compound plastic woven bag as the outer layer. The net weight of each bag is 25kg
Storage & Transportation: It should be stored in a dry and ventilative warehouse, kept from heat and moisture during transportation, and unloaded with care to avoid damage.
