Calcium Chloride (CaCl2 ) Uses
Calcium chloride (CaCl2) uses to prevent the ice formation and therefore used in deicing. in the production of activated charcoal.
Used as a sterilant for male animals.
Chloride of Calcium is used in heating pads and self-heating cans.(CaCl2) uses to correct the mineral deficiencies in brewing beer
Calcium Chloride (CaCl2) uses as an electrolyte in sports drinks
CaCl2 in laboratories, the drying tubes are usually packed with calcium chloride.
Calcium Chloride (CaCl2) Uses Health Hazards
- It is irritating and needs to be handled with gloves.
- It is relatively safe to handle, but if ingested, it reacts exothermically with water and can cause burning of the mouth or esophagus.
- It is also recommended for the treatment of acute hyperkalemia, hypermagnesemia, and calcium-channel blocker overdose.
