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Calcium Hypochlorite

Calcium hypochlorite is a must-have for home-owners and those being prepared for anything, from its decade-long shelf life to its versatility in water purification and surface disinfection. Perfect for long-term storage and emergency preparedness.

  1. Long Shelf Life: Up to 10 years, ideal for long-term storage.
  2. High Potency: Effective in small quantities, conserving space and resources.
  3. Versatility: Usable for water purification, surface disinfection, and more.
  4. Cost-Effective: Economical over time, reducing the need for frequent replacements.
  5. Ease of Storage: Granular form is compact and stable, simplifying logistics.
  6. Rapid Action: Quickly kills bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens.
  7. Water Treatment: Can purify large quantities of water for safe consumption.
  8. Independence: Reduces reliance on commercial bleach and public water systems.
  9. Safety: When used correctly, it’s safe for disinfecting drinking water.
  10. Accessibility: Widely available, making it easy to procure and stockpile.

What’s in this product (ingredients)?

DryTec calcium hypochlorite contains ingredients like calcium hypochlorite for water purification and disinfection, sodium chloride (table salt) for industrial and food uses, and calcium chlorate, an oxidizing agent in herbicides and explosives. It also includes calcium chloride for de-icing and water treatment, calcium hydroxide (slaked lime) for pH regulation and construction, and calcium carbonate as a calcium supplement, antacid, and industrial mineral.

  1. Calcium Hypochlorite (CAS 7778-54-3)
    • Description: A chemical compound often used for water purification, bleaching, and as a disinfectant.
  2. Sodium Chloride (CAS 7647-14-5)
    • Description: Commonly known as table salt, it is used in various industrial processes and as a seasoning and preservative in food.
  3. Calcium Chlorate (CAS 10137-74-3)
    • Description: An oxidizing agent used in herbicides and explosives.
  4. Calcium Chloride (CAS 10043-52-4)
    • Description: A salt used for de-icing, dust control, and as a food additive. It also has applications in medicine and water treatment.
  5. Calcium Hydroxide (CAS 1305-62-0)
    • Description: Also known as slaked lime, it is used in water and wastewater treatment, as a pH regulator, and in the construction industry.
  6. Calcium Carbonate (CAS 471-34-1)
    • Description: A common substance found in rocks as minerals calcite and aragonite, it is used as a calcium supplement, antacid, and in industrial applications.

Jamie Jedinak

Thursday 4th of July 2024

Great info! When I go to Amazon, they won’t ship it to my address. Then I went and looked at a different brand GLB because the reviews for Dry Tec were pretty poor vs the other one. Neither of them will ship to my address. I don’t know what this is about. Do you have any idea?

Rob Benson

Saturday 6th of July 2024

I don't but I'm interested to know.

James

Tuesday 5th of March 2024

What do you recommend dosage for purifying drinking water

Rob Benson

Tuesday 5th of March 2024

These links should help:

DIY Bleach w/ Calcium Hypochlorite How-To Purify Water Without a Filter