Light Calcium Carbonate
Light Calcium Carbonate, also known as Precipitated Calcium Carbonate , refers to calcium carbonate powder produced through chemical synthesis, which differs from Ground Calcium Carbonate obtained by mechanically grinding marble or other stones, as well as Colloidal Calcium Carbonate or Activated Calcium Carbonate that undergo surface treatments. Since light calcium carbonate can achieve different particle sizes by controlling chemical reaction parameters, its applications are more extensive than ground calcium carbonate. In addition to traditional uses as a filler, fine particles of light calcium carbonate can also serve as functional fillers.
Description
Due to differences in pH, particle size, and crystal structure, light calcium carbonate exhibits distinct properties, such as oil absorption value and apparent density, compared to ground calcium carbonate. As a result, it can be widely applied in industries such as rubber, plastic, paint coatings, papermaking, and agriculture. Furthermore, because its surface is not treated with surfactants, it has high hydrophilicity and fine particle size, making it suitable as a filler for water-based materials.
