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Calcium Carbonate Powder (Industrial Grade)

Calcium Carbonate Powder (Industrial Grade) is used as a filler, extender, and pH stabilizer in various industrial applications. Supplied in bulk bags and sacks, available for dispatch in Kenya.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number1317-65-3
Chemical FormulaCaCO3
AppearanceWhite to off-white fine powder
Packaging25 kg sacks or bulk bags (ton bags)
StorageStore in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from moisture

Calcium Carbonate Powder (Industrial Grade) — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NameCalcium Carbonate Powder (Industrial Grade)
CategoryConstruction Chemicals
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Calcium Carbonate Powder (Industrial Grade)

Calcium Carbonate Powder is widely utilized in industries such as plastics, paints, adhesives, and construction for its functional roles as a filler and extender. Its high whiteness and fine particle size contribute to improved product aesthetics and performance. Handling should involve minimizing dust generation and storing in cool, dry conditions to maintain quality. This product is supplied primarily in large sacks or bulk bags suitable for industrial usage, facilitating efficient transport and storage. Finstar Chemicals offers this grade with prompt delivery services across Kenya and neighboring regions, enabling reliable procurement for manufacturing and processing facilities. Use in paper coating and food-grade applications requires stricter specifications; this industrial grade is optimized for general industrial uses. When using in polymer compounding, consistent particle size improves dispersion and end-product mechanical strength.

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Applications

Plastic FillerUsed to improve mechanical properties and reduce production costs by acting as a low-cost filler in polymer composites.
Paint ExtenderEnhances opacity and brightness in paints while reducing the amount of costly pigment required.
Adhesives and SealantsServes as a rheology modifier to control viscosity and flow properties in adhesive formulations.
Construction MaterialsActs as a component in cement and mortar to improve durability and reduce shrinkage.

Benefits

Improves Product OpacityFine particle size and high brightness enhance the aesthetic quality of paints and coatings by increasing light scattering.
Cost Reduction in ManufacturingReplacing part of the base polymer or binder with calcium carbonate lowers material costs without sacrificing performance.
Enhanced Mechanical StrengthFiller reinforcement in plastics increases stiffness and impact resistance by improving matrix-filler adhesion.
pH StabilizationPartners used in adhesives and industrial formulations to buffer and maintain consistent pH during storage and use.

Features

Industrial Grade PuritySourced and processed to meet industrial specifications suitable for fillers and extenders without food-grade certifications.
Bulk Packaging OptionsAvailable in 25 kg sacks or large bulk bags to accommodate different scale manufacturing and processing needs.
Batch Quality DocumentationCOA and safety data sheets provided to ensure traceability and compliance for industrial procurement.

Industries Served

Plastic ManufacturingUsed extensively as a filler to improve product quality and reduce formulation costs in plastics processing.
Paint FormulationEnhances paint brightness and coverage by serving as a pigment extender and opacity agent.
Construction MaterialsIncorporated into cementitious products to improve performance and longevity of building materials.
Adhesive ProductionModifies viscosity and stability of industrial adhesives and sealants for better application properties.

Calcium Carbonate Powder (Industrial Grade) is supplied by Finstar to industrial buyers across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Read our chemical safety guides for handling best practices.

Delivery Coverage Across Kenya’s Counties

Finstar is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals across Kenya’s counties. Calcium Carbonate Powder (Industrial Grade) is dispatched from our Nairobi Industrial Area warehouse to businesses nationwide — including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru counties — plus cross-border delivery to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Towns we regularly supply include:

NairobiMombasaKisumuNakuruEldoretThikaRuiruKiambuMachakosNaivashaNyeriMeruKerichoKakamegaKitaleMalindiNanyukiAthi RiverVoiKilifi

Delivering to a different town or county? Request a quote and our logistics team will confirm delivery timelines to your location.

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