SHORT DESCRIPTION
Calcium carbonate (CaCO₃) is a chemical compound that occurs naturally in various forms, including limestone, marble, chalk, and calcite. In its pure form, calcium carbonate exists as a white, odorless powder or as crystals. Calcium carbonate can crystallize in different forms, including calcite, aragonite, and vaterite, each with distinct crystal structures. It is one of the most abundant minerals on Earth and has widespread applications in various industries.
PACKAGING TYPE
CaCO3
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TDS SHEET
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CHEMICAL NAME
Calcium Carbonate
INDUSTRY
Water Treatment & Mining
APPLICATION
IDENTIFICATION AND PROPERTIES
SYNONYMS
Argonite Calcite Limestone Ground Calcium Carbonate (GCC) Precipitated Calcium Carbonate (PCC)
MOLECULAR WEIGHT
100.086 g/mol
CAS NUMBER
471-34-1
CHEMICAL FORMULA
CaCO3
HS CODE
28365000
DENSITY
2.71 g/cm3 (Calcite), 2.83 g/cm3 (Aragonite)
MELTING POINT
825 °C
BOILING POINT
Not Specified
VISCOSITY
Not Specified
SHELF LIFE
2 years
TYPICAL PROPERTIES
Not Specified
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Product FAQs
Can Calcium Carbonate be used for pH adjustment in water treatment?
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How is Calcium Carbonate used in the manufacturing of paper and plastics?
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Is Calcium Carbonate the same as limestone or chalk?
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What is the difference between Calcium Carbonate and Calcium Citrate?
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Is Calcium Carbonate safe to consume?
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