Calcium carbonate PurCert Secondary Reference Standard (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Synonym:  Calcium carbonate
Linear Formula:  CaCO3
Molecular Weight:  100.09 g/mol
CAS Number: 471-34-1

Properties

Water Solubility Insoluble
Assay Purity >=98.5 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.6583
B pt. 800°C
M pt. 825°C
Density 2.930 g/cm3
Form Solid

Safety Information

GHS Pictogram
HS Code 28365000
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 13 - Non Combustible Solids

Description

Application
It is widely used in construction materials pharmaceuticals (as an antacid) food additives and as a filler in paper plastics and paints.

Purpose
Its main purpose is to provide structural strength neutralize acidity and act as a cost-effective filler or calcium supplement.

General Description
Calcium carbonate is a naturally occurring inorganic compound (CaCO3) found in rocks like limestone marble and chalk.