Description :
Calcium carbonate is a naturally abundant mineral occurring as chalk, limestone, or marble. It is a white, odorless powder with a neutral pH and is widely used as a filler or neutralizing agent in various industrial processes.
Applications :
In construction, it is a key ingredient in cement and lime production. It is used as a filler in plastics, paints, rubber, and adhesives to improve mechanical properties and reduce costs. In pharmaceuticals, it acts as a calcium supplement and antacid. Additionally, it is used in paper production to improve brightness and opacity.
In chemical industries, calcium carbonate serves as a neutralizing agent and filler. In oil & gas, it is widely used as a weighting agent in drilling fluids to control hydrostatic pressure. It also improves the rheological properties of drilling muds.
