AllanChem | Calcium Nitrate

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Calcium Salts,

Nitrates

Chemical Name

Calcium Nitrate Tetrahydrate

Molecular formula

Ca(NO₃)₂.4H₂O

Technologies

Base Chemicals & Intermediates

Product Families

Base Chemicals & Intermediates — Technical Salts & Inorganics

Inorganics

Applications & Uses

Markets

Industrial

Applications

Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing

Chemical Manufacturing

Applicable Processes

Chemicals Production

Properties

Appearance

White crystalline solid

Odor

Odorless

Soluble in

Water

Specifications

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Assay (Ca(NO₃)₂.4H₂O)	99.0 - 103.0	%	-
pH (5% solution at 25°C)	5.0 - 7.0	-	-
Insoluble Matter	max. 0.005	%	-
Molecular Weight	236.15	g/mol	-
Chloride Content	max. 0.005	%	-
pH Value (107 g/l at 25 °C)	3.5 - 5.5	-	-
Nitrite Content	max. 0.001	%	-
Melting Point	345.0	°C	-
Sulfate Content	max. 0.002	%	-
Decomposition Temperature	269.6	°C	-
Specific Gravity	1.82	-	-
Sodium Content	max. 0.01	%	-

Heavy Metals

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Barium Content	max. 0.005	%	-
Lead Content	max. 5	ppm	-
Iron Content	max. 5	ppm	-
Magnesium Content	max. 0.05	%	-
Potassium Content	max. 0.005	%	-
Strontium Content	max. 0.05	%	-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

ACS Listed,

ISO 9001

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability

Mexico

Packaging Type

Drums

Regional Availability

• Central America
• Mexico
• North America

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

Store in dry, well-ventilated areas away from incompatible materials, food and drink. Keep away from acids. Keep away from reducing agents. Keep away from heat and ignition sources. Avoid storage on wood floors. Do not store near alkaline substances. Transfer only to approved containers having correct labeling. Deliquescent material. Keep container tightly closed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption. Protect containers from physical damage. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent spillage. Empty containers are hazardous as they contain product residues. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination. Ventilate closed areas. Keep out of reach of children.