Calcite Grains

We specialize in the production and global export of top-tier Calcite Grains. These grains are highly coveted in applications ranging from paints and PVC pipes to the glass industry. To ensure uncompromising purity and quality, our dedicated team of quality analysts meticulously examines these grains. Furthermore, our state-of-the-art facilities are equipped to flawlessly process these Calcite Grains, employing only the finest chemical compounds in strict alignment with industry standards.

  • Formula: CaCO₃
  • Shape: Grains
  • Package Details: 50 Kgs Jumbo Bags
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Description:

Calcite grains are small, crystalline particles composed of calcium carbonate (CaCO3). They are a form of calcite mineral, which is one of the most abundant minerals on Earth. Calcite grains typically exhibit a rhombohedral or scalenohedral crystal shape and are often transparent or translucent.

Colour:

Calcite grains can vary in colour, including white, colourless, grey, green, blue, yellow, orange, and red, depending on impurities present in the crystal lattice.

Uses:

  • Paints and Coatings: Calcite grains are used as a filler in paints and coatings due to their high brightness, low oil absorption, and ability to improve the durability and opacity of coatings.
  • PVC Pipes: In the manufacturing of PVC pipes, calcite is added as a filler to enhance the properties and reduce production costs.
  • Glass Industry: Calcite grains are utilized in the glass industry to improve the clarity and brilliance of glass products. They also act as a flux, reducing the melting temperature of glass.
  • Construction Materials: Calcite is employed in the production of construction materials such as cement and concrete to enhance their properties.
  • Agriculture: In agriculture, calcite is used as a soil conditioner to neutralize acidic soils and provide essential calcium to plants.

Properties:

  • Chemical Formula: CaCO3
  • Hardness: 3 on the Mohs scale (relatively soft)
  • Transparency: Transparent to translucent
  • Lustre: Vitreous to pearly
  • Specific Gravity: 2.71
  • Crystal System: Trigonal

Calcite grains are prized for their versatility and wide range of industrial applications, making them a valuable component in various industries, from construction to agriculture and beyond.