Calcium hydride, 90-95%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Calcium hydride is used as an efficient drying agent for aprotic base-stable solvents like ethers and tertiary amines. It is a useful dehydrating agent in a synthesis of aldehyde enamines in high yield and purity.

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Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 7789-78-8
• Molecular Formula: CaH₂
• MDL Number: MFCD00010897

• Melting Point: 600°C (decomposition)
• Quantity: 100 g
• Assay Percent Range: 90-95%
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water and alcohol. Insoluble in benzene.
• Formula Weight: 42.1
• Sensitivity: Moisture sensitive
• Density: 1.9
• Chemical Name or Material: Calcium hydride

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