Omyafilm® 221-FL is a high-purity, fine, wet-ground natural calcium carbonate in powder form. It functions as both a pigment and a filler in cosmetic applications. The product complies with various regulations, including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), and ISO certifications such as ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001. It is also certified under SARA 302, 304, and 313, as well as the Hazardous Material Information System (HMIS) and National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) standards.

INCI Name: Calcium Carbonate

Pigment Type: Inorganic Pigments

Synonyms: CaCO3

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Applications & Uses

Application Information
  • Masterbatch & Compound

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity2.7--
Chemical Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Magnesium Carbonate Content1%-
Calcium Carbonate Content98%-
Optical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Content0.03%ISO 787-2
CIE b1.8Malvern MS 2000, ISO 11664-4
CIE a-0.05-Malvern MS 2000, ISO 11664-4
CIE L96.9-Malvern MS 2000, ISO 11664-4
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
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--
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
OdorCharacteristic--
AppearanceWhite fine powder--
Particle Size Distribution
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Fineness (top cut, d98%)¹20.6μm-
Fineness (median particle size, d50%)¹5.3μmOmya GLS 041, Sedigraph
Note

¹ Measured on untreated material

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information
  • Bulk Bags