Bleaching powder

Name: Bleaching powder
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000022

About Bleaching powder

Bleaching powder (CAS 7778-54-3) is an analytical reagent offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Formula CaCl2O2, molecular weight 142.98 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is calcium dihypochlorite. It is also known as Calcium hypochloride or Hypochlorous acid, calcium salt.

In its supplied form it is a white to slightly yellowish white powder. Literature values give a melting point of 100 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span paints, coatings and inks and oxidation reactions. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research.

Available in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, Bleaching powder is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Paints, coatings & inks
Oxidation reactions

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Bleaching powder
Catalogue No.	VQ-000022
CAS Number	7778-54-3
IUPAC name	calcium dihypochlorite
Molecular formula	CaCl₂O₂
Molecular weight	142.98 g/mol
Exact mass	141.8901
HSN code	28289011
InChIKey	ZKQDCIXGCQPQNV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	[O-]Cl.[O-]Cl.[Ca+2]
PubChem CID	24504

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to slightly yellowish white powder
Melting point	100 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	46.1 Å²
UN number	UN 1748
Synonyms	Calcium hypochloride, Hypochlorous acid, calcium salt, Pittcide, Chemichlor G, Chlorine of lime, Solvox KS, T-Eusol, Chlorolime chemical, HTH (bleaching agent), Calcium chlorohypochloride, Hipoclorito calcico, Calcium chlorohydrochlorite

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Oxidiser

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H272May intensify fire, oxidizer
H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H400Very toxic to aquatic life

Precautionary statements: P210, P220, P260, P264, P270, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P330, P363, P370 + P378, P391, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 7778-54-3

Synthesis

Calcium hypochlorite

CAS: 7778-54-3
Formula: CaCl₂O₂
MW: 142.98 g/mol

VQ-014381

Practical

Calcium hypochlorite, pract

CAS: 7778-54-3
Formula: CaCl₂O₂
MW: 142.98 g/mol

VQ-014382

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Bleaching powder?

The CAS Registry Number of Bleaching powder is 7778-54-3. It is also known as Calcium hypochloride, Hypochlorous acid, calcium salt, Pittcide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Bleaching powder?

Bleaching powder has the molecular formula CaCl2O2 and a molecular weight of 142.98 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is calcium dihypochlorite.

Which grade and pack sizes of Bleaching powder can I order?

We supply Bleaching powder, in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Bleaching powder?

Yes. Every lot of Bleaching powder is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Bleaching powder be shipped internationally?

Yes. Bleaching powder is classified as hazardous (UN 1748), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.