Calcium chloride hexahydrate 98%, 1kg
- Part Number:
- 442909-1KG
- Supplier:
- Sigma-Aldrich
- Volume:
- 1 kg
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Description
Calcium Chloride Hexahydrate 98%, 1kg
Calcium chloride hexahydrate (CaCl₂·6H₂O) is a highly versatile hygroscopic salt widely utilized in laboratory and research applications. This reagent-grade compound serves as an essential desiccant, a reliable source of calcium ions in biological and biochemical experiments, and a key component in molecular biology protocols including competent cell preparation and DNA precipitation. Its excellent solubility in water and consistent purity make it ideal for preparing buffer solutions, cryopreservation media, and various analytical chemistry applications.
- Purity: 98% minimum assay, suitable for laboratory and research applications
- Package Size: 1kg bulk quantity for high-volume laboratory use
- Chemical Formula: CaCl₂·6H₂O | Molecular Weight: 219.08 g/mol
- Physical Form: White crystalline solid, highly soluble in water
- Applications: Desiccation, cell biology, buffer preparation, cryopreservation, and analytical chemistry
- SKU: 442909-1KG