Compound Q&A
Are there alternatives to calcium citrate tetrahydrate (CAS: 5785-44-4) in synthesis?
Answer
There are other calcium salts that can be used as alternatives in synthesis, such as calcium carbonate or calcium gluconate. For specific applications, alternative reagents like citric acid or tricalcium phosphate can also be considered. The choice depends on the desired properties and the specific requirements of the synthesis process.
About
CAS No
5785-44-4
English Name
Calcium citrate tetrahydrate
Molecular Formula
C12H18Ca3O18
Molecular Weight
570.49 g/mol
SMILES
[O-]C(=O)C(CC(=O)[O-])(CC(=O)[O-])O.[O-]C(=O)C(CC(=O)[O-])(CC(=O)[O-])O.O.O.O.O.[Ca+2].[Ca+2].[Ca+2]
InChIKey
LNIZKKFWMDARJV-UHFFFAOYSA-H
Last Updated: 2025-10-06 07:30
