OmyaFLow® F-FL 78% is a fine, pre-dispersed ground calcium carbonate derived from very white, pure raw material. It offers optimized particle distribution, excellent rheology properties, and dust-free handling. Used as a pigment and filler in CASE applications. Certified under ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. Available in bulk and totes (IBC).

Chemical Family: Calcium Salts, Carbonates

Pigment Type: Inorganic Pigments

Synonyms: CaCO3

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Application Information
  • Architectural paints

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Viscosity Ex Works150mPa.sOmya GLS 015, Brookfield
pH Value9.6--
Density1955kg/m³Omya GLS 092
Solid Content77.4%Omya GLS 028
Chemical Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Hydrochloric Acid Insoluble0.7%-
Iron(III) Oxide Content0.11%-
Magnesium Carbonate Content1.4%-
Calcium Carbonate Content97.6%-
Optical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Brightness95.2%C/2°, DIN 53163
Yellowness Index1.8DIN 6167-
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Decomposition Temperaturemin. 400°C-
Solubility in Water (at 75°C)0.018g/l-
Solubility in Water (at 20°C)0.014g/l-
Density (at 20°C)1.8 - 2.1g/ccDIN-ISO 787/10
Vapor Pressure (at 20°C, Aqueous phase)23.4hPa-
Burning Number1--
Flammability (Solid, Gas)Does not Ignite--
Boiling Point (Water)ca. 100°C-
Melting Point0°C-
pH Value (at 20°C, 100 g/l Concentration)8.5 - 11-DIN-ISO 787/9
OdorCharacteristic--
AppearanceWhite suspension--
Particle Size Distribution
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Fineness Residue (a 40 μm sieve)2ppmISO 787-7, Sedigraph
Fineness Median Particle Size (d50%)1.4μmOmya GLS 041, Sedigraph
Emulsion Properties - Filled Casting (Cured)
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Fineness (top cut d98%)6.4μmOmya GLS 041, Sedigraph

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information
  • Bulk
  • IBC