Calcium carbonate light (471-34-1), for the FOOD AND NUTRA. Product analyzed in our laboratory in Spain. Available from 1 kg in powder format.
Technical data sheet
Reference Nº: DIV-038
Date: 01/12/2025
CALCIUM CARBONATE LIGHT
CAS Nº
471-34-1
EC/EINECS Nº
207-439-9
| CHEMICAL IDENTIFICATION | |
| MOLECULAR FORMULE | CaCO3 |
| MOLECULAR WEIGHT | 100.086 g/mol |
| FOOD ADDITIVE | E 170 |
| COMPOSICIÓN QUÍMICA* / CHEMICAL COMPOSITION* | |
| CaCO3 | >98,5% |
| MgCO3 | <1% |
| GEOGRAPHICAL ORIGIN | Europe |
| ORIGIN | Mineral |
| APPEARANCE | White powder |
| ODOUR | Characteristic |
| TASTE | Characteristic |
Specifications
Standard
Method
| WHITENESS to MgO | >94.5% | Internal Method |
| RESIDUAL ALKALINITY | <0.5% | Internal Method |
| MOISTURE | <0.1% | Internal Method |
| INSOLUBLE IN ACETIC ACID | <0.2% | Internal Method |
| FLOW DENSITY | 0.2 – 0.3 g/cm3 | Internal Method |
| FLUORIDE (F) | <50 ppm | Internal Method |
| Sum Ba, Sb, Cu, Cr, Zn | <100 ppm | Internal Method |
| ALKALINS AND MAGNESIUM SALTS | <1.0% | Internal Method |
| MEAN PARTICLE SIZE (D4.3) | 1.4 – 2.0 µm | Internal Method |
| ASSAY | ||
| CALCIUM: CaCO3 | >98.5% | Internal Method |
| CRYSTAL STRUCTURE, % calcite | >98.5% | Internal Method |
Metals
Pollutants
Standard
Method
| LEAD | <3.0 ppm | Internal Method |
| CADMIUM | <1.0 ppm | Internal Method |
| ARSENIC | <1.0 ppm | Internal Method |
Microbiological analysis
Specifications
Standard
Method
| TOTAL PLATE COUNT | ≤10 ufc/g | Internal Method |
| MOULD | ≤10 ufc/g | Internal Method |
| YEASTS | ≤10 ufc/g | Internal Method |
| TOTAL COLIFORMS | ≤10 ufc/g | Internal Method |
| E. COLI | Negative/g | Internal Method |
| COAGULASE-POSITIVE STAPHYLOCOCCI | Negative/g | Internal Method |
| SPP SALMONELLA | Negative/25g | Internal Method |
Other informations
Use: Food.
Product suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans.
Product with Kosher & Halal certified.
GMO Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 1829/2003 & No 1830/2003.
Allergens Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EU) No 1169/2011.
Contaminants Free Product conforms to the (EC) Reg. No 2023/915.
Free BSE/TSE product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 999/2001.
Pesticides Free Product conforms with Reg. (EC) No 396/2005.
Nanomaterial Technology UNTREATED product conforms to the Reg. (EU) No 1169/2011.
NON Irradiated product conforms to the EU Dir. No 1999/2/EC.
ETO Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 868/2015.
Residual Solvents Free Product conforms to the EU Dir. No 2009/32/EC.
STORAGE: Store in a closed container at 5-35ºC, in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from sources of heat, direct sunlight, ignition points, oxidizing agents and strongly acidic or basic materials.
Shelf life: 3 years.
Norms: Complies manufacturer´s specifications and Reg. (EU) No 231/2012.
For the indicated regulations and directives, subsequent modifications are included.
ALL DATA SHOWN ARE FROM OUR SUPPLIER-MANUFACTURER. THE ABOVE INFORMATION DOES NOT EXEMPT FROM THE OBLIGATION TO IDENTIFY AND CONTROL THE PRODUCT IN RELATION TO THE INTENDED USE. THIS DOCUMENT IS GENERATED BY COMPUTER AND IS VALID WITHOUT SIGNATURE.
STORAGE CONDITIONS
Product suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans.
Product with Kosher & Halal certified.
GMO Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 1829/2003 & No 1830/2003.
Allergens Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EU) No 1169/2011.
Contaminants Free Product conforms to the (EC) Reg. No 2023/915.
Free BSE/TSE product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 999/2001.
Pesticides Free Product conforms with Reg. (EC) No 396/2005.
Nanomaterial Technology UNTREATED product conforms to the Reg. (EU) No 1169/2011.
NON Irradiated product conforms to the EU Dir. No 1999/2/EC.
ETO Free Product conforms to the Reg. (EC) No 868/2015.
Residual Solvents Free Product conforms to the EU Dir. No 2009/32/EC.
STORAGE: Store in a closed container at 5-35ºC, in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from sources of heat, direct sunlight, ignition points, oxidizing agents and strongly acidic or basic materials.
Shelf life: 3 years.
Norms: Complies manufacturer´s specifications and Reg. (EU) No 231/2012.
For the indicated regulations and directives, subsequent modifications are included.
ALL DATA SHOWN ARE FROM OUR SUPPLIER-MANUFACTURER. THE ABOVE INFORMATION DOES NOT EXEMPT FROM THE OBLIGATION TO IDENTIFY AND CONTROL THE PRODUCT IN RELATION TO THE INTENDED USE. THIS DOCUMENT IS GENERATED BY COMPUTER AND IS VALID WITHOUT SIGNATURE.
STORAGE CONDITIONS
*Product characteristics may vary from one batch to another due to the origin of the raw materials used in its manufacture, their area of origin, or natural factors associated with them. These variations may affect parameters such as color, odor, taste, or moisture, without compromising its properties or quality.
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