Product information
Product name: Calcium Acetate anhydrous
CAS: 62-54-4
Synonym: Calcium diacetate: E263
Molecular Formula: C4H6O4Ca
Molecular Weight: 158.17EINECS: 200‑540‑9
Appearance: White crystalline powder, slight acetic odor
Physicochemical Properties
Density 1.50 g/cm³
Melting point 160 ℃ (decompose)
Solubility Soluble in water; slightly soluble in ethanol
pH(1% water solution) 7.5‑9.0
Characteristic Hygroscopic, easy to absorb moistureQuality Specification (Food / USP‑Grade, Anhydrous)
| Test Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Assay (anhydrous basis) | 99.0‑100.5 % |
| Loss on drying | ≤ 2.0 % |
| Heavy metals (Pb) | ≤ 10 mg/kg |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 2 mg/kg |
| Fluoride | ≤ 15 mg/kg |
| Chloride | ≤ 0.05 % |
| Sulfate | ≤ 0.10 % |
| Magnesium & Alkali salts | ≤ 1.0 % |
Application & Use
Food industry (E263): Preservative, acidity regulator, firming agent for bakery, canned food, beverage
Pharmaceutical USP: Phosphate binder for kidney‑related preparation, raw material for calcium supplement
Water treatment: Phosphorus removal agent
Others: Textile dye fixative, concrete accelerator, laboratory reagent
Packing
‑ 25 kg kraft paper bag with PE inner liner.
Storage & Transportation
‑ Store in cool, dry, well‑ventilated warehouse; keep tightly sealed, prevent moisture absorption.
‑ Keep away from strong acid. Transport as non‑hazardous goods.
Disclaimer: Above data for reference only, not contractual standard.


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