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Calcium Acetate

CAS #: 62-54-4

Linear Formula:

Ca(C₂H₃O₂)₂

MDL Number

MFCD00012448

EC No.:

200-540-9

Chemical Structure

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Calcium Acetate Properties (Theoretical)

Compound Formula	C₄H₆CaO₄
Molecular Weight	158.17
Appearance	White powder
Melting Point	160°C
Boiling Point	N/A
Density	1.509 g/cm³
Solubility in H2O	N/A
Exact Mass	157.9892
Monoisotopic Mass	157.9892

Calcium Acetate Health & Safety Information

Signal Word	N/A
Hazard Statements	N/A
Hazard Codes	N/A
Risk Codes	36/37/38
Safety Statements	26-36
RTECS Number	N/A
Transport Information	Non-hazardous
WGK Germany	3

About Calcium Acetate

Calcium Acetate is a moderately water soluble crystalline Calcium source that decomposes to calcium carbonate on heating. It is generally immediately available in most volumes. All metallic acetates are inorganic salts containing a metal cation and the acetate anion, a univalent (-1 charge) polyatomic ion composed of two carbon atoms ionically bound to three hydrogen and two oxygen atoms (Symbol: CH3COO) for a total formula weight of 59.05. Acetates are excellent precursors for production of ultra high purity compounds, catalysts, and nanoscale materials. We also produce Calcium Acetate Solution. American Elements produces to many standard grades when applicable, including Mil Spec (military grade); ACS, Reagent and Technical Grade; Food, Agricultural and Pharmaceutical Grade; Optical Grade, USP and EP/BP (European Pharmacopoeia/British Pharmacopoeia)and follows applicable ASTM testing standards. Typical and custom packaging is available. Additional technical, research and safety (MSDS) information is available as is a Reference Calculator for converting relevant units of measurement.

Synonyms

Calcium Acetate Anhydrous, Calcium Diacetate, Gray Acetate, Lime Acetate, Acetate of Lime, Calcium Ethanoate, Ca(OAc)2

Chemical Identifiers

Linear Formula	Ca(C₂H₃O₂)₂
Pubchem CID	6116
MDL Number	MFCD00012448
EC No.	200-540-9
IUPAC Name	calcium; diacetate
Beilstein/Reaxys No.	3692527
SMILES	CC(=O)[O-].CC(=O)[O-].[Ca+2]
InchI Identifier	InChI=1S/2C2H4O2.Ca/c21-2(3)4;/h21H3,(H,3,4);/q;;+2/p-2
InchI Key	VSGNNIFQASZAOI-UHFFFAOYSA-L
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Packaging Specifications

Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Shipping documentation includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 440 gallon liquid totes, and 36,000 lb. tanker trucks.

Related Elements

See more Calcium products. Calcium (atomic symbol: Ca, atomic number: 20) is a Block S, Group 2, Period 4 element with an atomic weight of 40.078. The number of electrons in each of Calcium's shells is [2, 8, 8, 2] and its electron configuration is [Ar]4s². The calcium atom has a radius of 197 pm and a Van der Waals radius of 231 pm. Calcium was discovered and first isolated by Sir Humphrey Davy in 1808. It is the fifth most abundant element in the earth's crust and can be found in minerals such as dolomite, gypsum, plagioclases, amphiboles, pyroxenes and garnets. In its elemental form, calcium has a dull gray-silver appearance. Calcium is a reactive, soft metal that is a member of the alkaline earth elements. It frequently serves as an alloying agent for other metals like aluminum and beryllium, and industrial materials like cement and mortar are composed of calcium compounds like calcium carbonate. It is also an biologically essential substance found in teeth, bones, and shells. The name "calcium" originates from the Latin word "calics," meaning lime.