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Pharm-Rx Calcium Carbonate - FCC / E-170 (USP)

Pharm-Rx Calcium Carbonate - FCC / E-170 (USP) standards, is a versatile ingredient suitable for vegan and vegetarian foods. With BSE-free, ethylene oxide-free, GMO-free, halal, irradiation-free, kosher, and pesticide-free attributes, it ensures high-quality formulations. This powder serves various functions, including anti-caking agent, food coloring, leavening agent, dough conditioner, and pigment, making it valuable for both food and pharmaceutical applications.

Ingredient Name: Calcium Carbonate

Chemical Name: Calcium Carbonate

CAS Number: 471-34-1

Functions: Antacid, Anti-Caking Agent, Dough Conditioner, Flow Promoter, Food Coloring, Leavening Agent, Mineral Source, Pigment

Mineral Type: Calcium

Dosage Form: Gummies, Tablets

Synonyms: CaCO3

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Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Calcium Salts,
Carbonates
Chemical Name
Calcium Carbonate
Ingredient Name
Calcium Carbonate
Mineral Type
Calcium
Food Ingredients Functions
Anti-Caking Agent,
Dough Conditioner,
Food Coloring,
Leavening Agent,
Mineral Source
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
Antacid,
Anti-Caking Agent,
Flow Promoter,
Mineral Source,
Pigment
Technologies
Food Ingredients,
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Product Families
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Excipients
Carriers & Bulking Agents,
Color Additives,
Formulation & Processing Aids
Food Ingredients — Functional Additives
Color Additives & Decoratives,
Dough Conditioners & Flour Additives,
Other Functional Additives,
Processing Aids
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Nutraceuticals & Supplements
Minerals,
Supplements & Functional Ingredients
Food Ingredients — Nutrition & Fortification
Functional Ingredients,
Minerals
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Pharmaceutical Actives & Precursors
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs)

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims (Health)
Improves Bone Health
Labeling Claims
Additive-free,
Allergen-free,
BSE-free,
Ethylene Oxide-free,
GMO-free,
Halal,
Irradiation-free,
Kosher,
Natural,
Non-GMO,
Not Engineered With Nanomaterials,
Pesticide-free,
Residues-free,
Solvent-free,
Sustainable,
TSE-free,
Vegan,
Vegetarian
Food Ingredients Features
Excellent Bioavailability,
Excellent Stability,
Fortified With Minerals,
Free Flowing,
Improved Bone Health,
Improved Stability,
Improved Texture,
Increases Bread Volume,
Low dust,
Suitable for Vegans,
Suitable for Vegetarian Foods

Applications & Uses

Markets
Food & Nutrition,
Healthcare & Pharma
Applications
Food & Nutrition — Beverage
Sports Drinks
Healthcare & Pharma — Drug Delivery & Care Solutions
Oral
Food & Nutrition — Food
Bakery,
Cereals & Snacks,
Confectionery,
Dairy,
Dairy Substitutes,
Savory & Culinary
Food & Nutrition — Nutrition & Well Being
Nutraceuticals & Supplements
Healthcare & Pharma — Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical Processing
Food & Nutrition — Processing & Packaging
Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Dosage Form
Gummies,
Tablets
Food & Nutrition Applications
Bakery mix,
Bread,
Breakfast Cereals,
Cakes,
Confectionery Coatings,
Dairy Products,
Snacks,
Spice Seasoning,
Sports Drinks,
Tortilla

Properties

Physical Form
Powder
Appearance
Fine, white, microcrystalline powder.
Insoluble in
Water, Alcohol
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Particle Size (through sieve 325 mesh)min. 99.5%-
Particle Size (through sieve 500 mesh)min. 98.5%-
Bulk Density0.45 - 0.8g/cc-
Tapped Densitymin. 0.95g/cc-
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Aerobic Countmax. 1000CFU/g-
Yeasts & Molds Countmax. 100CFU/g-
SalmonellaNegative/10g-
Escherichia coliNegative/g-
Staphylococcus aureusNegative/g-
Pseudomonas aeruginosaNegative/g-
Chemical Analysis
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Lead Contentmax. 1ppm-
Aluminium Contentmax. 25ppm-
Cadmium Contentmax. 0.5ppm-
Mercury Contentmax. 0.5ppm-
Arsenic Contentmax. 1.0ppm-
Acid Insoluble Substancesmax. 0.2%-
Sb + Cu + Cr + Zn + Bamax. 100ppm-
Sulfatesmax. 0.25%-
Chloride Contentmax. 330ppm-
Iron Contentmax. 200ppm-
Barium Contentmax. 100ppm-
Magnesium & Alkali Contentmax. 1%-
Fluoridemax. 50ppm-
Loss on Drying (at 200°C, 4 hr)max. 2%-
Assay (as Calcium, dry basis)min. 39.4%-
Assay (as CaCO₃, dry basis)min. 98.5%-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Certificates of Suitability (CEP),
European Pharmacopeia (Ph. Eur.),
FCC Compliant,
FDA 21 CFR 184.1409,
FSSAI,
GFSI Certified,
Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS),
Regulation (EU) No. 1829/2003,
Regulation (EU) No. 1830/2003,
United States Pharmacopeia (USP)
FDA Disclaimer

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Bags
Packaging Information

25 kgs Polypropylene bags with Plastic inner liner

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

Preserve in well closed containers