Physicochemical properties of calcium hypochlorite
Physical property
Appearance and Properties: White powder with strong chlorine odor. Its solution is yellow-green translucent liquid.
Melting Point (?) 100 (Decomposition)
Relative density (water = 1): 2.35
Relative vapor density (air = 1): 6.9
Molecular formula: Ca(ClO)2
Molecular weight: 142.99
Solubility: Soluble in water. [1]
EINECS 231-908-7 [2]
Chemical property
Strong oxidizer. Water or damp air can cause combustion and explosion. Mixing with alkaline substances can cause explosion. Contact with organic substances can cause burning hazards. Heated, acidic or sunlight breaks down and releases irritating chlorine. [1]