OMYA BLH-OG is a white powder composed primarily of calcium carbonate, used across multiple industrial applications such as dye manufacturing, glue production, ink and paint manufacturing, pigment production, and varnish manufacturing. It functions as a filler, pigment, and carrier in these processes, providing essential properties for product formulation. This material is compliant with environmental regulations, including the Clean Water Act (CWA) Sections 311 and 307, CERCLA, and Clean Air Act (CAA). It is also widely used in the production of mastics.

Chemical Family: Calcium Salts, Carbonates

Pigment Type: Inorganic Pigments

Applicable Processes: Dye Manufacturing, Glue Production, Ink Manufacturing, Mixing, Paint Manufacturing, Pigment Manufacturing, Varnish Manufacturing

Synonyms: CaCO3

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Identification & Functionality

Applications & Uses

Properties

Color (Properties)
Physical Form
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Explosive PropertiesNot Explosive--
Decomposition Temperaturemin. 600°C-
Solubility in Water (at 75°C, 1013 hPa)0.018g/l-
Solubility in Water (at 20°C, 1013 hPa)0.014g/l-
Density (at 20°C, 1013 hPa)2.6 - 2.9g/ccDIN-ISO 787/10
Burning Number1--
Flammability (Solid, Gas)The product is not flammable. Will not burn--
Flash PointDoes not flash--
Boiling PointDecomposes below the boiling point--
Melting Point (at 1013 hPa, Decomposes below the melting point)min. 800°C-
pH Value (at 20°C, 100 g/l Concentration)8.5 - 9.5-DIN-ISO 787/9
OdorOdorless--
AppearanceWhite fine powder--

Regulatory & Compliance