Description

Calcium Hypophosphite is an inorganic salt valued for its role as a stable source of hypophosphite ions. This compound is essential in industrial synthesis, particularly for its reducing properties and utility as a precursor in chemical manufacturing. It serves critical functions in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, specialty chemicals, and as a flame retardant synergist, where consistent quality and reliable supply are paramount for production processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of various pharmaceutical compounds, including those requiring hypophosphite chemistry.
• Flame Retardant Synergist: Acts as an effective component in flame-retardant formulations for polymers and textiles, often combined with other agents.
• Chemical Reducing Agent: Employed in organic and inorganic synthesis processes where a controlled reducing environment is needed.
• Electroless Plating: Serves as a reducing agent in electroless nickel plating baths for metallization of plastics and other substrates.
• Nutritional Supplement (Feed Grade): Utilized as a source of phosphorus in animal feed additives, subject to appropriate purity grades.
• Stabilizer for Polymers: Functions as a stabilizer in certain polymer compositions to prevent degradation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Calcium Hypophosphite
CAS No.	7789-79-9
Molecular Formula	Ca(H2PO2)2
Molecular Weight	170.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Calcium Dihydrogen Phosphinate; Calcium Phosphinate; Hypophosphorous Acid Calcium Salt; Calcium Hypophosphite Monohydrate (common form); Phosphinic Acid, Calcium Salt; Calphos; NSC 163824
EINECS	232-190-5

Quality Control

Our Calcium Hypophosphite is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting results for assay, heavy metals, and other critical parameters are provided to guarantee supply reliability and batch-to-batch consistency for your industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, maintaining conditions at 15-25°C is recommended.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Ca(H2PO2)2)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.05 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.05 %

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