Calcium Oxide, also known as Quicklime, has the chemical formula CaO. It appears as a white powder, and is sparingly soluble in water, soluble in acids, and reacts with water to form calcium hydroxide (slaked lime), releasing significant heat. In the United States of America (USA), Lab Alley is selling its high-quality Calcium Oxide, USP/FCC Grade online at laballey.com.
Calcium Oxide, also known as Quicklime, has the chemical formula CaO. It appears as white powder. It is sparingly soluble in water, and soluble in acids, and it reacts with water to form calcium hydroxide (slaked lime), releasing significant heat. In the United States of America (USA), Lab Alley is selling its high-quality Calcium Oxide, USP/FCC Grade online at laballey.com.
- Cement and mortars producttion
- Soil stabilization in road construction
- Metal refining
- Acid neutralization
- Glass strengthening
- Food Industry
- Environmental Applications
- Construction Industry
- Metallurgy
- Chemical Manufacturing
- Paper and Pulp Industry
- Glass Manufacturing
Product Information
| CAS | 1305-78-8 |
|---|---|
| Assay | Min 95.0% |
| Appearance | White powder |
| Odor | Odorless |
| pH | 12.8 (saturated solution in water) |
| Melting point | 2572 °C |
| Boiling Point | 2850 °C |
| Density | 3.37 (20 °C) |
| Solubility | Sparingly soluble in water, soluble in acids. Reacts with water to form calcium hydroxide (slaked lime), releasing significant heat. |
| Molecular formula | CaO |
| Molecular weight | 56.08 g/mol |
| Arsenic (As) | Max 3 ppm |
| Autoship Available | Yes |
| Fluoride (F) | Max 0.005% |
| Heavy metals | Max 0.004% |
| Lead (Pb) | Max 10 ppm |
| Loss on ignition | Max 10.0% |
| Magnesium and Alkali Salts | Max 9mg |
