Altura Pro Cal+ — Food Grade Calcium Chloride Granules (94%)
White fine granules · CAS 10043-52-4
DocumentsSpec sheet (PDF, 35 KB)Safety Data Sheet (PDF, 84 KB)
Altura Pro Cal+ at a glance
Overview
Altura Pro Cal+ is a food-grade calcium chloride brand marketed by Aditya Birla Chemicals (Grasim), which Suraj Chemicals stocks and supplies with its own lab-verified batch results (94% CaCl2, CAS 10043-52-4) — white fine granules manufactured to Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) and FSSAI standards. It's widely used in cheese processing to aid curd coagulation and firmness, in preserving canned fruit and vegetables, as a calcium source in animal feed, for drinking-water remineralization and hardness correction, in dairy fortification, mineral correction in breweries and beverages, as a bakery stabilizer and anti-caking agent, and in brine refrigeration and cold-chain applications. It's supplied in 25/50 kg PP bags, with bulk quantities on request.
Specification Sheet — Characteristics
Download Specification Sheet (PDF)| Characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Calcium as CaCl₂ | Min 94.0% |
| Magnesium and Alkali Salts | Max 5.0% |
| Alkalinity as Ca(OH)₂ | Max 0.3% |
| Acid Insolubles | Max 0.02% |
| Arsenic (as As) | Max 3 mg/kg |
| Fluoride as F | Max 0.004% |
| Lead as Pb | Max 2.0 mg/kg |
| Particle Size, Passing 4mm Sieve | Min 100% |
| Particle Size, Passing 40 Mesh Sieve | Max 2.0% |
These values come from our own lab test on Altura Pro Cal+. They vary slightly from batch to batch, so ask for a current certificate of analysis with your order.
Applications
- Cheese processing — aids curd coagulation and firmness
- Preservation and shelf-life extension of canned fruits and vegetables
- Calcium source in animal feed
- Drinking-water remineralization and water-hardness regulation
- Dairy production fortification
- Mineral correction in breweries and beverages
- Bakery product stabilizer and anti-caking agent
- Brine refrigeration and cold-chain applications
- Complies with Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) standards and FSSAI regulations
Safety & Handling Summary
| Topic | Summary |
|---|---|
| Signal word | Warning |
| GHS hazards | H319 — Causes serious eye irritation |
| Incompatible with | Strong oxidisers, bromine trifluoride, 2-furan percarboxylic acid, zinc |
| Gloves | Chemical-resistant gloves recommended for prolonged or repeated contact |
| Eye / face | Safety glasses with side shields or chemical goggles |
| Respiratory | Not normally required with adequate ventilation; use a dust/particulate filter respirator (FFP2 type) if dust levels are elevated |
| Body | Standard food-industry/work clothing; launder if contaminated |
| Transport (road) | Confirm the shipping classification with us before dispatch — see Section 14 of the SDS |
| Emergency handling | First aid, fire-fighting and spill / release measures are in Sections 4–6 of the SDS. Emergency contact: +91 70927 22822 / +91 98402 84032. |
A summary of the Altura Pro Cal+ Safety Data Sheet. The full SDS is the authority: download it at the top of this page and read it before first use. Hazard ratings can change with grade and concentration, so confirm the transport class for each consignment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altura Pro Cal+ — Food Grade Calcium Chloride Granules (94%)?
Altura Pro Cal+ is supplied by Suraj Chemicals as white fine granules, identified by CAS number 10043-52-4. It falls under our Food & Industrial Additives range — see the Specification Sheet table above for its full characteristics.
What is Altura Pro Cal+ used for?
Typical applications include: Cheese processing — aids curd coagulation and firmness; Preservation and shelf-life extension of canned fruits and vegetables; Calcium source in animal feed; Drinking-water remineralization and water-hardness regulation.
How should Altura Pro Cal+ be stored and handled?
Store sealed in a dry, moisture-proof area — highly hygroscopic, absorbs atmospheric moisture readily.
What packaging and pack sizes does Suraj Chemicals supply Altura Pro Cal+ in?
25/50 kg PP bags; bulk supply on request. Contact us if you need a different pack size, or a bulk/tanker quantity.
What is the shelf life of Altura Pro Cal+?
Typically around 12 months from date of manufacture in original, unopened packaging, stored in a cool, dry place away from moisture. Extended exposure to humid air can affect this product's quality, so keep containers tightly resealed between uses and avoid part-used bags sitting open. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.
Is Altura Pro Cal+ hazardous to handle?
Yes. Altura Pro Cal+ is classified under GHS (signal word: Warning) as: causes serious eye irritation (H319). Follow the storage and handling guidance above, use appropriate PPE, and download the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) in the sidebar above for full GHS hazard, handling and PPE details.
Is a Specification Sheet, TDS or MSDS available for Altura Pro Cal+?
Yes. a downloadable Specification Sheet (PDF) with full characteristics and specifications is available above, and a downloadable Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for Altura Pro Cal+ is also available above.
Can I get a sample or discuss order quantity for Altura Pro Cal+?
Yes. use the Request Price & Availability button or WhatsApp us with your required quantity, and our team will confirm pricing, minimum order quantity, sample availability and delivery timelines for Altura Pro Cal+.
Actual packaging as supplied by Suraj Chemicals
CAS Number
10043-52-4
Also Known As
Calcium Chloride, CaCl2
Chemical Formula
CaCl2
Grade
Food Grade (94%)
Appearance
White fine granules
Packaging
25/50 kg PP bags; bulk supply on request
Storage & Handling
Store sealed in a dry, moisture-proof area — highly hygroscopic, absorbs atmospheric moisture readily.
Shelf Life
Typically around 12 months from date of manufacture in original, unopened packaging, stored in a cool, dry place away from moisture. Extended exposure to humid air can affect this product's quality, so keep containers tightly resealed between uses and avoid part-used bags sitting open. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.