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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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