Calcium Chloride

Calcium Chloride is a chemical compound composed of calcium and chlorine ions, with the chemical formula CaCl2. It is a crystalline, white, and water-soluble solid that is commonly used in various industrial, commercial, and laboratory applications. Calcium chloride is highly hygroscopic, meaning it readily absorbs moisture from the air, making it effective for controlling humidity and reducing dust on roads and surfaces. In addition to its use as a desiccant and dust suppressant, calcium chloride is utilized in concrete production to accelerate setting times, in food processing as a firming agent and preservative, and in chemical synthesis as a source of calcium ions.