Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of calcium alginate (CAS: 9005-35-0)?
Answer
Calcium alginate (CAS: 9005-35-0) is a water-insoluble polymer that forms a gel-like structure when hydrated. It has a high molecular weight, typically ranging from 100,000 to 500,000 Da. The compound has limited solubility in aqueous solutions but can be dissolved in strong acids. It is relatively inert chemically but can react with acids to form monosodium alginate.
About
CAS No
9005-35-0
English Name
Calcium alginate
Molecular Formula
C18H24CaO19
Molecular Weight
584.4 g/mol
SMILES
C1(C(C(OC(C1O)OC2C(C(C(OC2C(=O)O)OC3C(C(C(OC3C(=O)[O-])O)O)O)O)O)C(=O)[O-])O)O.[Ca+2]
InChIKey
OKHHGHGGPDJQHR-YMOPUZKJSA-L
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
