CALCIUMETHOXIDE is a chemical with the formula Ca(OCH3)2. It is a white solid soluble in ethanol and ether. CALCIUMETHOXIDE is commonly used as a base catalyst in organic synthesis, especially in esterification and etherification reactions. It can also be used as a dehydrating agent in organic synthesis to help remove water from the reaction. In addition, CALCIUMETHOXIDE can be used to prepare other organic compounds, such as ethers and esters.