Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate is obtained from gypsum, a naturally occurring compound. Also used in the preparation of calcium sulfate and calcium sulfoaluminate.
Synonyms:Sulfuric Acid Calcium Salt (1:1) Dihydrate; Annaline; Calcigen; Calcium Sulfate (1:1) Dihydrate; Calcium Sulfate (CaSO4) Dihydrate; Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate; Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate (CaSO4.2H2O); Compactrol; Gypsum Dihydrate; Mineral White
Molecular Formula:CaSO4•2H2O
Molecular Weight:172.17
Appearance:White to off-white solid
Purity:≥98%
Melting Point:>300°C(dec.)
Loss On Drying:19-23%
Fluoride:≤0.003%
Heavy Metals (as Pb):≤0.002%
Selenium (Se):≤0.003 %
Solubility:Water
Insoluble In Dilute HCl:Storage and Stability:May be stored at RT.
