Precipitated Calcium Carbonate (PCC) — CaCO₃ synthetic

Description

1. Product Overview

Precipitated Calcium Carbonate (PCC) is a synthetically engineered, ultra-fine form of calcium carbonate (CaCO₃) produced through controlled chemical precipitation processes. It is widely used across industrial sectors such as paper, plastics, paints, coatings, rubber, and adhesives as a high-performance functional filler and performance enhancer. Its value lies in its superior brightness, controlled particle morphology, and exceptional purity compared to ground calcium carbonate (GCC). PCC enables manufacturers to improve product quality while optimizing cost efficiency and process performance. In global markets, it is a strategically important material for high-specification manufacturing and value engineering.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: Calcium Carbonate (CaCO₃) ≥ 98–99.5%
• Purity Level: High-purity synthetic grade
• Physical Form: Fine white powder
• Brightness: Typically ≥ 94–98% (ISO brightness, grade dependent)
• Particle Size: 0.5 – 3.0 microns (customizable grades available)
• Density: 2.6 – 2.8 g/cm³ (true density)
• Moisture Content: ≤ 0.2%
• pH Value: 8.5 – 10 (aqueous suspension)
• Oil Absorption: Low to moderate, optimized for polymer and coating systems
• Packaging Options: 25 kg PP bags, jumbo bags (500–1000 kg), bulk tanker shipment available
• Shelf Life: 24 months under dry, sealed storage conditions

3. Core Industrial Applications

Precipitated Calcium Carbonate is a critical functional additive across multiple high-volume industries. In the paper industry, it is used as a coating and filler to enhance brightness, opacity, and printability while reducing fiber costs. In plastics and polymers, it improves rigidity, impact strength, and dimensional stability while lowering resin consumption. In paints and coatings, PCC provides superior whiteness, gloss control, and rheology modification. Rubber and adhesive manufacturers use it to enhance reinforcement, processing behavior, and cost efficiency. Compared to GCC, PCC delivers tighter particle control, higher brightness, and superior performance consistency, making it the preferred choice for premium-grade formulations.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Superior Quality Consistency: Manufactured under tightly controlled precipitation conditions ensuring uniform particle morphology
• High Brightness & Whiteness: Enhances final product aesthetics and performance
• Reliable Supply Chain: Scalable production capacity for continuous industrial demand
• Cost Optimization: Enables significant raw material substitution without compromising quality
• Process Efficiency: Improves dispersion, coating behavior, and polymer compatibility
• Environmental Advantage: Reduces dependency on high-cost virgin raw materials and supports sustainable manufacturing
• Technical Support: Full documentation, COA, MSDS, and application engineering support available

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20 MT
• Loading Capacity: 20–25 MT per 20-ft container (depending on packaging configuration)
• Supply Form: Ex-works, FOB, or CIF terms available upon request
• Delivery Capability: Continuous bulk supply for industrial-scale procurement programs