CAS 814-80-2
Calcium Lactate
CAS 814-80-2C6H10CaO6218.22 g/mol
Calcium Lactate (CAS 814-80-2) is a calcium salt of lactic acid, primarily utilized as a dietary supplement to support bone health. Primarily sold in tablet form, each containing 650 mg of calcium lactate, it is often found in the nutritional supplements industry. With its high solubility in water and low solubility in ethanol, it provides an effective and easily digestible source of calcium, essential in various formulations across the healthcare sector.
Main applicationDietary supplements — source of easily digestible calcium.
Calcium Lactate plays a vital role in promoting bone health, appealing to health-conscious consumers and companies in the dietary supplement industry. Its versatility in applications like food processing and agriculture underscores its significance in ensuring adequate calcium nutrition across various sectors.
Also known as
- calcium lactate
- Calphosan
- Conclyte calcium
- Hemicalcium L-lactate
- Lactic acid
- calcium salt (2:1)
- 2-Hydroxypropanoic acid calcium salt
- Propanoic acid
- 2-hydroxy-
- calcium salt (2:1)
- Ca lactate
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Pack size: 200 tablets per container.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 814-80-2
- Chemical formula
- C6H10CaO6
- Molecular weight
- 218.22 g/mol
- Grade
- Pharma grade
- Appearance
- Almost odorless, slightly efflorescent granules or powder.
- Melting Point
- > 120 °C
- Solubility
- Soluble in water; practically insoluble in ethanol
- pH (5% solution)
- 6.0 - 8.0
Calcium Lactate is composed of calcium bis(2-hydroxypropanoate) with a molecular formula of C6H10CaO6 and a molecular weight of 218.22 g/mol. It is classified as a dietary supplement supporting bone health, and is encountered in a tablet form. In solutions, it exhibits a pH range of 6 to 8. When purchasing, one should consider factors like the desired form (tablets), concentration (650 mg per tablet), and solubility requirements.
Delivery
Calcium Lactate is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Dietary supplements — source of easily digestible calcium.
- Food processing — used as a firming agent in food products.
- Pharmaceuticals — enhances calcium intake in healthcare formulations.
- Cosmetics — included in formulations for skin health due to calcium benefits.
- Agricultural applications — used in animal feed as a calcium supplement.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Supports bone health through enhanced calcium intake.
- Easily digestible form is beneficial for diverse dietary needs.
- Contributes to muscle function and nerve transmission efficiency.
- Versatile use across various industries like food and pharmaceuticals.
- Sustainable option for vegetarians seeking calcium supplements.
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Calcium Lactate?
The CAS registry number for Calcium Lactate is 814-80-2. Its chemical formula is C6H10CaO6, with a molecular weight of 218.22 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Calcium Lactate?
Calcium Lactate is also referred to as calcium lactate, Calphosan, Conclyte calcium, Hemicalcium L-lactate, Lactic acid and calcium salt (2:1). These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Calcium Lactate is supplied?
Calcium Lactate is supplied as Pharma grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Calcium Lactate look like?
Calcium Lactate is described as almost odorless, slightly efflorescent granules or powder.. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Calcium Lactate used for?
Common applications include dietary supplements — source of easily digestible calcium., food processing — used as a firming agent in food products., pharmaceuticals — enhances calcium intake in healthcare formulations., cosmetics — included in formulations for skin health due to calcium benefits. and agricultural applications — used in animal feed as a calcium supplement.. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Calcium Lactate?
Calcium Lactate is supplied to the Food Processing & Beverage, Agriculture & Agrochemicals, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare and Cosmetics & Personal Care sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Calcium Lactate available in?
Calcium Lactate is supplied in Pack size: 200 tablets per container. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.PubChem CID 13144pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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