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OceanCal™ 5S (Surface-Treated)

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OceanCal™ 5S Oolitic Aragonite is one of the world's purest forms of the ocean's naturally precipitated biogenic calcium carbonate. Naturally renewable and sustainable. Highly bioavailable calcium. High surface area. High brightness. High microporosity. High chemical purity. Offered in a range of controlled particle sizes. Can be offered without stearic acid surface treatment (please see "OceanCal 5U" product). Applications include, but are not limited to: agriculture, PVC, plastics, rubber, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and water treatment.

Ingredient Name: Calcium Carbonate

Chemical Name: Calcium Carbonate

Functions: Buffers & pH Stabilizer, Fertilizer, Filler, Mineral Source

Chemical Family: Alkalis, Bases, Calcium & Calcium Compounds, Calcium Salts, Carbonates

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    Identification & Functionality

    Chemical Name
    Ingredient Name
    Mineral Type
    Agrochemical Functions
    Base Chemicals Functions
    Food Ingredients Functions
    Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
    Plastics & Elastomers Functions
    CAS No.
    471-34-1
    Ingredients
    Calcium Carbonate
    Food Additive Number
    E 170, INS 170, INS 170(i)
    EC No.
    207-439-9

    Features & Benefits

    Features
    • High Purity
    • Biogenic
    • Renewable
    • Sustainable
    • Carbon Negative
    • Environmentally Friendly
    Benefits
    • Highly Bioavailable Calcium
    • High Brightness
    • Controlled PSD
    • High Surface Area
    • High Negative Zeta Potential
    • High Microporosity
    • Versatile for Various Industries

    Applications & Uses

    Compatible Polymers & Resins
    Plastics & Elastomers End Uses

    Properties

    Physical Form
    Appearance
    White
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Average Particle Size (d50)4.5 - 5.5um
    Top Size (d90)15 - 20um
    Surface Treatment (Stearic Acid)max. 2%
    Brightness (Hunter L Value)90 - 94
    Bulk Density 45lbs/cu. ft.
    Tap Density48lbs/cu. ft.
    Moisturemax. 0.35%
    325 Mesh RetainN/A
    Chemical Composition
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Calcium Carbonate (CaCO₃)97%
    Total Calcium Oxide (CaO)54%
    Magnesium Carbonate (MgO)0.17%

    Regulatory & Compliance

    Qualifications
    • Halal • Kosher-Pareve
    • ISO 9001:2015
    • GRAS by the FDA
    • ASTM D6866 Biogenic
    • ISO 14044 Life Cycle Analysis
    • ISO 14067:2018 Carbon Footprint Analysis

    Technical Details & Test Data

    Sustainability

    In the spirit of sustainability, Calcean has conducted a third-party verified Life Cycle Analysis and Carbon Footprint Analysis. These results can be used to help meet sustainability goals for products and companies. For more information, please email inquiries@calcean.com.

    Packaging & Availability

    Packaging Type
    Availability/Shipping

    OceanCal products are available in 50 lb. paper bags; 2,000 lb. super sacks; or finished goods bags/packaging (where applicable).