calcium chloride, salt with chemical formula cacl2. food additive e509. white powder used as an electrolyte in sports drinks and

calcium chloride white chemical powder flask glass food additive number e508 firming agent isolated hydrated solid salt hydroscopic desiccant potassium hydroxide sodium formula dichloride cacl2 compound fertilizer reagent industry carbonate antioxidant maintain electrolyte salty drinks anhydrous neutral deicing dehumidifier industrial reaction sequestrant organic limewater taste e509 used sports beverages including bottled water cacl2 e509 water