Description

Calcium Acetate Monohydrate is a white, crystalline salt widely utilized as a high-purity source of calcium and acetate ions. Its consistent quality and reliable performance make it a critical raw material for demanding pharmaceutical and food-grade applications. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, food additive, and chemical synthesis industries seeking a stable and bioavailable calcium source.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Excipient & Active Ingredient: Used as a calcium supplement and as a phosphate binder in the treatment of hyperphosphatemia in patients with renal failure.
• Food Additive (E263): Functions as a preservative, firming agent, and acidity regulator in baked goods, dairy products, and canned foods.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor or catalyst in various organic synthesis reactions and the production of other acetate salts.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed in analytical chemistry and research as a buffer component or a source of calcium ions.
• Concrete Additive: Acts as a setting retarder or corrosion inhibitor in specialized cement formulations.
• Textile Industry: Used in dyeing processes and as a mordant to fix dyes onto fabrics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Calcium Acetate Monohydrate
CAS No.	5743-26-0
Molecular Formula	C4H6CaO4 • H2O
Molecular Weight	176.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Calcium diacetate monohydrate; Acetic acid, calcium salt, monohydrate; Lime acetate monohydrate; Brown acetate; Gray acetate; Vinegar salts; E263; PhosLo (brand name)
EINECS	200-540-9

Quality Control

Our Calcium Acetate Monohydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We offer grades compliant with USP, FCC, and BP/EP monographs, ensuring suitability for pharmaceutical and food applications. Every batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (on dried basis)	98.0% - 102.0%
Loss on Drying	9.0% - 12.0%
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.05%
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.