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Calcium

granular, 99%

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Synonym(s):
Calcium atom, Calcium element
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):
Ca
CAS Number:
7440-70-2
Molecular Weight:
40.08
Beilstein:
4241647
EC Number:
231-179-5
MDL number:
MFCD00085314
PubChem Substance ID:
24852872
NACRES:
NA.23

Quality Level

100

Assay

99%

form

granular

reaction suitability

reagent type: reductant

resistivity

3.5 μΩ-cm, 20°C

bp

1484 °C (lit.)

mp

850 °C (lit.)

density

1.54 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

SMILES string

[Ca]

InChI

1S/Ca

InChI key

OYPRJOBELJOOCE-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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form

granular

form

dendritic pieces

form

dendritic pieces

form

dendritic pieces

resistivity

3.5 μΩ-cm, 20°C

resistivity

3.5 μΩ-cm, 20°C

resistivity

3.5 μΩ-cm, 20°C

resistivity

3.5 μΩ-cm, 20°C

bp

1484 °C (lit.)

bp

1484 °C (lit.)

bp

1484 °C (lit.)

bp

1484 °C (lit.)

mp

850 °C (lit.)

mp

850 °C (lit.)

mp

850 °C (lit.)

mp

850 °C (lit.)

density

1.54 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

density

1.54 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

density

1.54 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

density

1.54 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

General description

Calcium is a highly reactive and non-toxic metal often prepared by the aluminothermal or electrolysis methods. Calcium metal granules with a purity of 99% are a valuable material used in several industrial and academic applications. The granules are made from high-quality calcium and are produced under strict manufacturing standards to ensure their purity and quality. The granular form allows for easier handling and storage than a powder, making it convenient for use in various applications.

Application

Our 99% pure calcium metal granules are widely used as a reducing agent in the manufacturing of various metals, including uranium and thorium. They are also an essential component in the production of aluminum alloys that are commonly used in the aerospace and automotive industries. These calcium metal granules are also used in the desulfurization of steel and as a deoxidizer in the production of various metals. Furthermore, our calcium metal granules are extensively used in organic synthesis to reduce various functional groups, such as aldehydes, ketones, esters, and nitriles, to their corresponding alcohols. The metal is also utilized in the preparation of Grignard reagents, which serve as crucial intermediates in organic synthesis.
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Features and Benefits

  • Quality assured - made from high-quality raw materials and produced under strict manufacturing standards to ensure consistent performance.
  • Easier to handle and store - in comparison to powder, the granular form ensures higher stability during storage and handling of materials.

Pictograms

Flame
GHS02

Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

H261

Hazard Classifications

Water-react 2

Storage Class Code

4.3 - Hazardous materials, which set free flammable gases upon contact with water

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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