Hubercarb® Q6

Hubercarb® Q6 is a fine ground calcium carbonate produced at Huber’s Quincy, Illinois plant which is known for its natural uniformity producing consistent purity and brightness. Carefully controlled particle distribution allows the material to be used in a wide range of applications including paints, coatings, adhesives, caulks, plastics, and construction building products.

Brand: Hubercarb (51 products)

Functions: Filler, Rheology Modifier

Chemical Family: Calcium Salts, Carbonates, Kaolins

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polyolefins, Polyurethanes (PU), Silicones

Physical Form: Powder, Solid

Particle Size: 6.0 - 6.0 microns

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Calcium Carbonate96.5%-
Magnesium Carbonate2.0%-
Silica and Silicates1.0%-
Other0.5%-
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Solubility (in HCl)98.5 - 99%-
Brightness (Hunter reflectance)87.0%-
Compacted Bulk Density65lb/ft³ASTM C110
Loose Bulk Density45lb/ft³ASTM C110
Mesh size (+325) (45μm)0.01%-
Median Particle Size (Cilas®)6.0μ-
OIl Absorption16.0lbs oil / 100lbsASTM D281
Hegman Grind5.0--
Moisture0.2%ASTM D280
Water Demand45.0mL/100 gms-
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity2.7-ASTM D153
ColorWhite--
pH (Saturated Solution)9.4-ASTM D1208
Mineral Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Hardness (Mohs)3--
Linear Expansion Coefficient4.3 x 10^-6°C-
Solubility (H₂O, 100°C)0.0035g/100ml-
Weight per Gallon (s.g. x 8.345)22.6lbs-
Particle Shape (Microscope)Irregular, uniaxial--
Refractive Index (Hand. Of Chem. & Phy)1.6--
Alkalinity (as NaOH)0.4mg/gmASTM D1208