Calcium Formate Cas No 544-17-2

Calcium Formate CAS 544-17-2

Product Description of Calcium Formate Cas No 544-17-2

Calcium formate (CAS NO 544-17-2) is a white crystalline powder or granules primarily used as a feed additive, building material accelerator, and leather tanning agent. It is moderately soluble in water and slightly soluble in alcohol. It is widely applied in animal nutrition, cement and concrete admixtures, and textile dyeing processes.

Chemical Properties of Calcium Formate Cas No 544-17-2

ParameterValue / Description
Molecular FormulaC₂H₂CaO₄
Molecular Weight130.11–130.12 g/mol
Density2.02–2.023 g/cm³ (20 °C)
Melting Point>300 °C (decomposes)
Boiling PointNo data (decomposes before boiling)
Flash PointNo data
Autoignition Temperature475 °C
Refractive Index (nD²⁰)No data
Vapor PressureNo data
Vapor Density (air = 1)No data
Solubility in Water16 g/100 mL (20 °C); 16.2 g/100 mL (0 °C); 18.4 g/100 mL (100 °C)
Solubility in Organic SolventsPractically insoluble in alcohol; slightly soluble in methanol
pH (aqueous solution)6.0–8.0 (1 M solution, 25 °C); 7.5 (10% solution)
StabilityStable under normal storage; decomposes on heating above 400 °C
Reaction CharacteristicsDecomposes on heating producing flammable hydrogen and irritating fumes; reacts with strong acids and strong oxidants
Octanol–Water Partition Coefficient (log P)–2.47
Explosive LimitsNot applicable (non‑flammable solid)

Safety Information of Calcium Formate Cas No 544-17-2

CategoryInformation
GHS ClassificationReproductive Toxicity Category 1B, Aquatic Acute 1, Skin Sensitization 1, STOT SE 3 (Respiratory tract irritation), STOT RE 1 (Respiratory system), Aquatic Chronic 2
Signal WordDanger
Hazard StatementsH360Df: May damage the unborn child. Suspected of damaging fertility
H372: Causes damage to organs (respiratory system) through prolonged or repeated exposure
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
H335: May cause respiratory irritation
H400: Very toxic to aquatic life
H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary StatementsPrevention: P201 Obtain special instructions before use; P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray; P273 Avoid release to the environment; P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response: P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention; P391 Collect spillage; P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention; P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water
Storage: P405 Store locked up; P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal: P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Health HazardsMay cause damage to the unborn child. Suspected of damaging fertility. May cause allergic skin reaction. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Causes damage to organs (respiratory system) through prolonged or repeated exposure
Environmental HazardsVery toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Do not let this chemical enter the environment. Toxic to aquatic organisms
Physical HazardsCombustible. As a result of flow, agitation, etc., electrostatic charges can be generated. Decomposes on burning, producing toxic and irritating fumes (phthalic anhydride). Reacts with strong oxidizers
Occupational Exposure LimitsTLV (ACGIH): 5 mg/m³ (TWA)
MAK (Germany): 0.58 mg/m³, 0.05 ppm
Transport InformationUN Number: UN3082
Hazard Class: 9
Packing Group: III
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Regulatory InformationListed as a Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) under EU REACH regulation

 

Product Application of Calcium Formate Cas No 544-17-2

  • Animal Feed Additive
    Serves as a source of calcium and formate in livestock and poultry feed, promoting growth performance, improving feed conversion efficiency, and supporting digestive health, particularly in piglets and young animals.

  • Construction and Building Materials
    Used as an accelerating and setting agent in cement and concrete formulations, reducing setting time and improving early strength development, especially in cold weather concreting applications.

  • Leather Tanning and Processing
    Applied in leather tanning as a masking and buffering agent, helping to control pH during chrome tanning processes and improving the penetration and fixation of tanning agents.

  • Textile Industry
    Employed in textile dyeing and finishing processes as a buffering and reducing agent, assisting in pH control and improving dye uptake on natural fibers.

  • Oil and Gas Drilling Fluids
    Functions as an additive in drilling mud formulations, providing pH buffering and fluid loss control, and contributing to wellbore stability in various drilling operations.

  • Chemical Synthesis and Intermediate
    Serves as a raw material for the production of formic acid and other formate derivatives, acting as an intermediate in various organic synthesis reactions.

  • Preservative for Silage and Animal Feeds
    Used as a preservative in silage production and animal feed storage, inhibiting the growth of harmful molds and bacteria while maintaining nutritional quality.

  • Industrial Cleaning and Descaling
    Applied in cleaning formulations for descaling and removing mineral deposits from boilers, heat exchangers, and other industrial equipment due to its ability to dissolve calcium and magnesium scales.

  • De-icing and Anti-icing Agents
    Used as an environmentally friendly de-icing agent for airport runways and road surfaces, providing effective ice melting at lower temperatures while being less corrosive than traditional chloride-based de-icers.

  • Diverse Industrial and Specialty Applications
    Finds use in electroplating baths as a buffering agent, in the production of printing inks and adhesives, in ceramics manufacturing, as a corrosion inhibitor in various formulations, and in laboratory applications as a reagent for analytical procedures.

Packaging Method of Calcium Formate Cas No 544-17-2

For inorganic salt solid products, common packages are 25kg woven PP bags, kraft paper compound bags and 500kg/1000kg bulk jumbo bags; iron drum packing is available for special high-purity grades.

25kg woven bag
25kg woven bag (2)
25kg woven bag (3)
25kg woven bag (4)

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