White crystalline powder
Product ID : 100AC24
CAS : 62-54-4
Molecular formula : C4H8CaO5
MW : 176.18g/mol
MP : 155-165C, decomposes
Solubility : 340-350g/L

Calcium acetate is the most commonly used phosphate binder in the United States because it is considered safe by the FDA. Furthermore, it is used in the manufacturing of printing inks, lubricants, soaps, resins, carbon black and other critical materials across industries. Calcium acetate is also used as a blowing agent by PVC foam manufacturers.
Other notable uses include: Transesterification catalyst, phosphate binder, precursor for the production of CaO, sequestrant, thickener, gelling agent for alcohol-based heating fuel, texturizer, thickening agent, firming agent, acidity regulator, precursor for prized Burow's solution, etc.