Calcium Sulfate E516 CAS 99400-01-8 Food Grade Powder Calcium Supplement Filler
Product Introduction
Calcium Sulfate (CAS 99400-01-8), food additive E516, is a fine white inorganic powder widely used as a calcium fortifier, dough conditioner, firming agent and carrier in nutrition supplements and food processing. Our food and supplement grade material is produced under strict quality control, offering high whiteness, low heavy metal content and consistent particle size for tablet, powder blend and beverage applications.
Physical and Chemical Specification
| Product Name | Calcium Sulfate (Food Grade) |
| CAS No. | 99400-01-8 |
| E Number | E516 |
| Molecular Formula | CaSO4 (anhydrous) / CaSO4.2H2O |
| Appearance | White fine powder |
| Assay (CaSO4) | >= 97.0% |
| Calcium (Ca) Content | >= 22.0% |
| Whiteness | >= 92 |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | <= 10 ppm |
| Moisture | <= 1.0% |
| Packing | 25 kg net paper bag with PE liner / 500 kg jumbo bag |
Product Functions
- Provides a highly usable calcium source for nutritional fortification
- Acts as a dough conditioner and firming agent in baked goods
- Serves as a calcium carrier and diluent in supplement blends
- Improves texture and reduces caking in powder formulations
- Functions as a coagulant and pH stabiliser in food processing
Application Areas
- Calcium supplement and nutrition powder blends
- Tablet and capsule excipient
- Bakery, tofu and processed food
- Beverage and nutritional formula
- Pharmaceutical and personal care applications
Manufacturing Process
High-purity calcium sources are reacted with sulphuric acid under controlled conditions to form calcium sulfate. The product is then washed, filtered, dried, ground and classified to achieve the required whiteness and particle size. Each batch is verified for assay, calcium content, whiteness, moisture and heavy metals before packing.
Why Choose Us
- Food and supplement grade with consistent whiteness and purity
- Low heavy metal content suitable for nutraceutical use
- Custom particle size and packaging available
- Full COA and reliable export documentation
FAQ
Q: Is this product suitable for calcium supplements?
A: Yes, our food grade Calcium Sulfate E516 provides a usable calcium source and is suitable for supplement powders and tablets.
Q: What whiteness and particle size do you offer?
A: Standard whiteness is 92 or above; particle size can be customised to your blending or tableting requirement.
Q: Do you provide a free sample?
A: Yes, a free sample is available for evaluation. Please advise your application and required quantity.
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