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Calcium Hypochlorite

Calcium Hypochlorite

This chemical is supplied as white, dry granules with a purity of 65% to 70%. The calcium hypochlorite granules dissolve easily in water and are mainly used in water treatment for disinfection and removal of bacteria, algae, and microorganisms.Physical properties: solid white granules with a strong chlorine odor.

Description
Calcium hypochlorite is an inorganic calcium salt that functions as a bleaching agent and contains hypochlorite. This chemical is widely used across various industries but can have negative environmental impacts. Its release into the environment may contaminate water and harm aquatic habitats. Production of calcium hypochlorite may also contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and climate change. In summary, calcium hypochlorite is a versatile and widely used chemical in industries such as swimming pool disinfection, textiles, and paper production, but its environmental effects should be carefully considered.
Applications
  • Water treatment for removing bacteria in drinking water sources
  • Paper product manufacturing
  • Disinfectants
  • Dyes and pigments
  • Food processing
  • Pesticides
  • Petroleum products
  • Plastics
  • Solvents
  • Primarily used as an oxidizing, bleaching, or disinfecting agent
Uses
  • Disinfection of public swimming pools and hot tubs
  • Treatment of wastewater and effluents
  • Cleaning and disinfection (bathroom cleaners, household disinfectant sprays, anti-algae, herbicides)
  • Antifungal
  • Antibacterial (odor control)
  • Herbicide
  • Laundry detergents
  • Food and beverage processing (disinfection of vegetables)
  • Washing and laundry
  • Pulp and paper processing
  • Drinking water disinfection
  • Treatment of greywater and recycled water (storage tanks)
Safety Precautions
  • Oxidizer and corrosive
  • Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, flammable materials, reducing agents, oxidizers, corrosive substances, organic compounds, acids, moisture, heat sources, sparks, flames, and fossil fuels.
  • In case of fire, extinguish with water.
  • Do not mix with any other chemicals.
  • Contact with acids releases toxic gases.
  • If it comes into contact with eyes, nasal passages, or mouth, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
  • If ingested, seek medical attention.
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • For more information on storage, transportation, and first aid, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

Information

28281000

HS Code

FCA, FOB, CIF, CFR, CPT Based on customer’s inquiry

Deliver Terms

40, 50 Kg PE drums

Packaging

Iran

Origin

Product Analysis Results Table

Calcium Hypochlorite 65%

No.Test NameUnitImportanceAcceptable LimitTest ResultTest Method
1Active Chlorine% w/wImportantMin 6567.4ISIRI-7098 Clause 7-1
2Sodium Chloride% w/wImportantMax 205.26ISIRI-7098 Clause 7-2
3Solubility as Active Chlorine% w/wImportantMin 45.560.32ISIRI-7098 Clause 7-3
4Insoluble in Water% w/wImportantMax 86.07ISIRI-7098 Clause 7-4
5Moisture% w/wImportant2–84–9ISIRI-7098 Clause 7-5
6Residue on 425 µm Sieve% w/wImportantMin 7588.02ISIRI-7098 Clause 7-6
7Residue on 2 mm Sieve% w/wImportantMax 205.89ISIRI-7098 Clause 7-6
8Cadmium (Cd)mg/kg Active ChlorineCriticalMax 100ISIRI-7098 Clause 7-7, ISO 8288 Method A
9Lead (Pb)mg/kg Active ChlorineCriticalMax 150ISIRI-7098 Clause 7-7, ISO 8288 Method A
10Nickel (Ni)mg/kg Active ChlorineCriticalMax 103.89ISIRI-7098 Clause 7-7, ISO 8288 Method A
11Chromium (Cr)mg/kg Active ChlorineCriticalMax 156.8ISIRI-7098 Clause 7-7, ISO 9174 Clause 3

Calcium Hypochlorite 60%

No.ItemAcceptable Limit
1Active Chlorine, % w/wMin 57
2Solubility as Active Chlorine (Powder Sample), % w/wMin 45.5
3Insoluble in Water, % w/wMax 12
4Moisture, % w/w2–8
5Residue on 425 µm Sieve, % w/wMin 68
6Residue on 2 mm Sieve, % w/wMax 24
7Iron as Fe, % w/wMax 0.5
8Cadmium as Cd, mg/kg Active ChlorineMax 5
9Lead as Pb, mg/kg Active ChlorineMax 15
10Nickel as Ni, mg/kg Active ChlorineMax 8
11Chromium as Cr, mg/kg Active ChlorineMax 15
12Arsenic as As, mg/kg Active ChlorineMax 2
13Mercury as Hg, mg/kg Active ChlorineMax 1
14Antimony as Sb, mg/kg Active ChlorineMax 5
15Selenium as Se, mg/kg Active ChlorineMax 5
16AppearanceWhite Granules