CaCl3

ceramic

· JVASP-124240· CaCl3

CaCl₃ (calcium chloride) is an inorganic ionic ceramic compound that exists primarily as a hygroscopic salt rather than a traditional structural ceramic. It is widely used in de-icing applications, dust control, and as a desiccant in industrial processes, as well as in food processing and chemical manufacturing where its hygroscopic and deliquescent properties are exploited. Engineers select calcium chloride over alternatives like sodium chloride when faster melting action, superior moisture absorption, or specific chemical compatibility is required, though its hygroscopic nature means it is unsuitable for structural load-bearing applications.

de-icing and winter road treatmentdesiccant and moisture controldust suppression on unpaved roadsfood processing and preservationindustrial chemical productionconcrete accelerators

Compliance & Regulations

?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65

Units:

si imperial

Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Density(ρ)	0.08793	lb/in³	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Band Gap(Eg)	0.000	eV	—
Magnetic Moment(μB)	0.000	µB	—

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Property	Value	Unit	Conditions	Source
Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull)	0.2646	eV/atom	—
Formation Energy(ΔHf)	-1.633	eV/atom	—

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Regulatory Screening

Environmental

RoHS, REACH, and Prop 65 statuses are validated against official substance lists (ECHA SVHC Candidate List, OEHHA Prop 65, RoHS Annex II). Other regulations are estimated from composition and material classification. All screening is a starting point for due diligence — always verify with your supplier before making compliance decisions.

CaCl3

Physical Properties

Electrical Properties

Other Properties

Regulatory Screening

Environmental