Description

Calcium Acetate is a versatile inorganic salt widely utilized in industrial and pharmaceutical applications. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a highly effective phosphate binder and a safe, non-toxic calcium source. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, food additive, and water treatment industries seeking reliable and compliant raw materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Ingredient: Primarily used as an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in medications to control hyperphosphatemia in patients with chronic kidney disease.
• Food Additive: Employed as a firming agent, stabilizer, and sequestrant (E263) in various food products, including baked goods and canned vegetables.
• Industrial Chemical: Acts as a catalyst or additive in the production of other chemicals, such as acetone and acetic acid.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used in analytical chemistry and research as a buffering agent or calcium standard.
• Concrete Additive: Functions as a setting retarder or corrosion inhibitor in cement and concrete formulations.
• Water Treatment: Applied in wastewater treatment processes to precipitate phosphates and control algae growth.

Basic Information

Product Name	Calcium Acetate
CAS No.	62-54-4
Molecular Formula	C4H6CaO4
Molecular Weight	158.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetate of Lime; Calcium Diacetate; Brown Acetate; Lime Acetate; Lime Pyrolignite; PhosLo® (brand name); E263; Acetic Acid, Calcium Salt
EINECS	200-540-9

Quality Control

Our Calcium Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We offer grades compliant with USP, FCC, and industrial standards. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, available upon request to meet your procurement and regulatory requirements.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (on dried basis)	98.0% - 102.0%
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 11.0%
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm

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