Is Calcium Hypochlorite vegetarian?
Calcium Hypochlorite
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Calcium Hypochlorite is an inorganic compound with the formula Ca(ClO)2, a white solid used as a bleaching agent and disinfectant, notably in water treatment.
| Also known as | Hypochlorous Acid, Calcium Salt |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Calcium Hypochlorite |
| CAS number | 7778-54-3 |
| EC number | 231-908-7 |
| CosIng ID | 83660 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
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