Calcium silicide
Synonyms: Ferro silico calcium · Silicocalcium · Calcium disilicide · Calcium silicon (CaSi2)
Calcium silicide (CAS 12013-56-8) – advanced ceramic material, Synthesis grade. CaSi2, MW 96.25. From Vaqora Chemicals, with COA and worldwide delivery.
About Calcium silicide
Calcium silicide (CAS 12013-56-8) is an advanced ceramic material offered by Vaqora Chemicals (Synthesis grade). Formula CaSi2, molecular weight 96.25 g/mol. It is also known as Ferro silico calcium or Silicocalcium.
In its supplied form it is a grey to dark grey to very dark grey to black powder. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.
Key uses span advanced ceramics, wear-resistant coatings, high-temperature applications and metallurgy and plating. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research and metallurgy and mining.
Available in 250 g, 500 g, 1 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, Calcium silicide is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.
Typical applications
- Advanced ceramics
- Wear-resistant coatings
- High-temperature applications
- Metallurgy & plating
Industries
Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | Calcium silicide |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-018487 |
| CAS Number | 12013-56-8 |
| Other CAS | 12775-68-7 |
| Molecular formula | CaSi2 |
| Molecular weight | 96.25 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 95.9164 |
| Grade | Synthesis |
| HSN code | 28500049 |
| InChIKey | HAUJAPUPPYHUGS-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | [Si].[Si].[Ca] |
| PubChem CID | 170839545 |
| Physical form | Powder |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Grey to dark grey to very dark grey to black powder |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 0 / 0 |
| TPSA | 0 Ų |
| Synonyms | Ferro silico calcium, Silicocalcium, Calcium disilicide, Calcium silicon (CaSi2), CALCIUM SILICIDE (CaSi2) |
Safety & hazard information (GHS)
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statements
H261In contact with water releases flammable gas
Precautionary statements: P231 + P232, P280, P370 + P378, P402 + P404, P501
Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Calcium silicide?
The CAS Registry Number of Calcium silicide is 12013-56-8. It is also known as Ferro silico calcium, Silicocalcium, Calcium disilicide.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Calcium silicide?
Calcium silicide has the molecular formula CaSi2 and a molecular weight of 96.25 g/mol.
Which grade and pack sizes of Calcium silicide can I order?
We supply Calcium silicide in Synthesis grade, in 250 g, 500 g, 1 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with Calcium silicide?
Yes. Every lot of Calcium silicide 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 Calcium silicide be shipped internationally?
Yes. Calcium silicide is classified as hazardous, 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.
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