CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE
CAS 7778-54-3
Pool Disinfection · Drinking Water Disinfection · Gold Mining Wastewater Treatment
- Mass fraction of active chlorine, %, min.
- A: 70 · B: 65 · S: 55
- Mass fraction of water, %
- A: 6 ± 2 · B: 6 ± 2 · S: max 10
- Mass fraction of insoluble sediment, %, max.
- A: 10 · B: 10 · S: 12
- Thermal stability coefficient, min.
- A: 0,9 · B: 0,9 · S: 0,8
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method / unit |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | A: White or slightly colored granular productB: White or slightly colored granular productS: White or slightly colored granular product | — |
| Mass fraction of active chlorine, %, min. | A: 70B: 65S: 55 | % |
| Mass fraction of water, % | A: 6 ± 2B: 6 ± 2S: max 10 | % |
| Mass fraction of insoluble sediment, %, max. | A: 10B: 10S: 12 | % |
| Thermal stability coefficient, min. | A: 0,9B: 0,9S: 0,8 | — |
Detailed application areas
Used as an oxidising agent in various chemical processes and for the neutralisation of cyanide-containing wastewater and waste gases in the gold mining industry. Brand B calcium hypochlorite is also used for the disinfection of drinking and swimming pool water, animal cemeteries, septic tanks and pits, soil and asphalt; for the disinfection of premises where cholera or tuberculosis patients have stayed for long periods, of public spaces (hospitals, schools, kindergartens, camps, holiday villages and guesthouses), of public toilets, of individual residences, of household items (excluding metal items susceptible to corrosion) and of kitchen utensils.
Use Cases
- Pool Disinfection
- Drinking Water Disinfection
- Gold Mining Wastewater Treatment
- Industrial Oxidiser
- Public Area Disinfection
- Waste Gas Neutralisation
Packaging & storage
Packaging
Galvanised steel drums, thin-walled steel drums, lidded steel barrels, polyethylene barrels. Steel drums and barrels shall have polyethylene film inner bags.
Storage
Calcium hypochlorite must be stored in the manufacturer's packaging in unheated, well-ventilated, closed warehouse areas protected from atmospheric precipitation and direct sunlight, in stacks. Drums must be stored in an upright position. Stack height shall not exceed three rows. Stacks shall be at most 2 m wide, with at least 1 m of passage between stacks. Stacking up to four rows of product packaging is permitted by agreement with the customer.
Transport
By any mode of transport except air freight.
GHS Hazard Code
5112
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Product Information
CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE (Ca(ClO)2) is an industrial product in the inorganic chemicals category, used in Pool Disinfection, Drinking Water Disinfection. KORKİMYA supplies CALCIUM HYPOCHLORITE in Galvanised steel drums, thin-walled steel drums, lidded steel barrels, polyethylene barrels. Steel drums and barrels shall have polyethylene film inner bags..
Used as an oxidising agent in various chemical processes and for the neutralisation of cyanide-containing wastewater and waste gases in the gold mining industry. Brand B calcium hypochlorite is also used for the disinfection of drinking and swimming pool water, animal cemeteries, septic tanks and pits, soil and asphalt; for the disinfection of premises where cholera or tuberculosis patients have stayed for long periods, of public spaces (hospitals, schools, kindergartens, camps, holiday villages and guesthouses), of public toilets, of individual residences, of household items (excluding metal items susceptible to corrosion) and of kitchen utensils.
- Formula
- Ca(ClO)2
- CAS
- 7778-54-3
- UN No
- 3485
- TN-VED Code
- 28 28 10 000 0
- Hazard Code
- 5112
- Packing Group
- 2
- Category
- Inorganic Chemicals
Frequently asked questions
What is calcium hypochlorite and where is it used?
Calcium hypochlorite (Ca(ClO)2) is a white or slightly coloured granular product containing, depending on grade, between a minimum of 55% and 70% active chlorine. It is used as an oxidising agent in various chemical processes; for the neutralisation of cyanide-containing wastewater and waste gases in gold mining; and for the disinfection of drinking and swimming pool water and public spaces.
What packaging is available and is it kept in stock?
It is supplied in galvanised steel drums, thin-walled steel drums, lidded steel barrels and polyethylene barrels, with polyethylene film inner bags (UN 3485). It must be stored in unheated, well-ventilated warehouse areas protected from atmospheric precipitation and sunlight. KORKİMYA ships ex-stock and keeps local stock against import lead times.
Is it REACH-registered and is a safety data sheet provided?
Yes. The product is registered under the Turkish KKDİK / REACH framework and ships with a compliant safety data sheet (SDS). Calcium hypochlorite is a strong oxidiser; the stacking, storage and transport instructions on the SDS (all modes except air freight) must be followed.
How can I get a sample and a price quote?
KORKİMYA offers samples and price quotes with invoicing. The active chlorine content (Grade A minimum 70%) and a certificate of analysis (CoA) are shared on request. Specify the grade, quantity you need and the delivery location to receive a quote.
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