Description

Calcium Chlorite is an inorganic chemical compound primarily recognized for its role as a powerful oxidizing agent and a source of chlorite ions. This property makes it a critical intermediate and specialty chemical in several high-value industrial processes where controlled oxidation or chlorine dioxide generation is required. Key industries that utilize this compound include water treatment, pulp bleaching, and specialty chemical synthesis, where its performance and reliability are paramount for operational efficiency and product quality.

Application

• Water Treatment & Disinfection: Used as a precursor for generating chlorine dioxide, a potent disinfectant for municipal drinking water and industrial process water systems.
• Pulp & Paper Bleaching: Serves as a bleaching agent in the production of high-brightness paper, offering an alternative to traditional chlorine-based processes.
• Chemical Synthesis & Intermediates: Acts as a selective oxidizing agent in organic synthesis and in the manufacture of other chlorite salts and specialty chemicals.
• Textile Processing: Employed in bleaching and sanitizing textiles to achieve desired whiteness and cleanliness.
• Oil & Gas Industry: Used in well stimulation and as a biocide in fracturing fluids and water flooding operations to control microbial growth.
• Food Processing & Sanitation: Applied in sanitizing solutions for equipment and surfaces in food production facilities, following appropriate regulatory guidelines.

Basic Information

Product Name	Calcium Chlorite
CAS No.	14674-72-7
Molecular Formula	Ca(ClO2)2
Molecular Weight	174.98 g/mol
Synonyms	Calcium Chlorite; Chlorous Acid, Calcium Salt; Calcium Dichlorite; Calcium Chlorite (Ca(ClO2)2); UN1450 (as an oxidizer); Chlorite de Calcium (French); Clorito de Calcio (Spanish); Kalziumchlorit (German)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Calcium Chlorite is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance. While available in various technical and specialty grades, our standard product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and physical characterization. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements and relevant industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids, organic solvents, and reducing agents. Due to its oxidizing nature, keep away from heat, sparks, and combustible materials. Store under conditions recommended for oxidizers, typically at controlled room temperature (15-25°C).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to yellowish crystalline solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Ca(ClO2)2)	Min. 70% - 80% (Technical Grade)
Water Solubility	Freely soluble
Chlorate (as ClO3)	Max. 5%
Chloride (as Cl)	Max. 3%
Moisture Content	Contact for details

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