- Functions:Extender, Thickener, Rheology Modifier
- Chemical Family:Calcium Salts, Carbonates, Calcium & Calcium Compounds, Kaolins, Aluminum Compounds, Glass Beads & Fibers
- Physical Form:Solid, Powder
HisarCal® St-3 is used in the paper industry. By adding 15-30% to cellulose, micronized calcite is used primarily in the production of writing papers, wallpapers, and cardboard. Because of its high whiteness, low cost, and other technical benefits to paper, it has replaced kaolin in the paper industry over the last ten years, beginning in Europe.