Calcium hypochlorite is an inorganic compound with formula Ca(ClO)₂. It is widely used for water treatment and as a bleaching agent. It is a type of chlorine is available in either granular or tablet forms.
CAS No: 7778-54-3 INCI: Calcium Dihypochlorite
Physical Properties: Odor: Strong chlorine odor Form: Crystalline Solid Color: White to off-white It is not highly soluble in hard water, and is more preferably used in soft to medium-hard water. Stable and non-combustible
Uses: Calcium hypochlorite is used for the disinfection of drinking water or swimming pool water. It is also used in bathroom cleaners, household disinfectant sprays, moss and algae removers, and weedkillers. Calcium hypochlorite is also an ingredient in bleaching powder, used for bleaching cotton and linen
