Calofort® S by Specialty Minerals is a precipitated calcium carbonate.
In rigid PVC, it is used to increase impact strength, particularly at low temperatures and give improved surface gloss and whiteness.In plasticised PVC, it gives excellent scuff resistance and improved surface properties.
It is a white stearate-coated microcrystalline powder characterized by high surface area, controlled particle shape and high whiteness.
It has a tendency to form soft agglomerates due to its small size.
It is used in rubber due to its very good reinforcement properties and is particularly useful where hot tear strength is required.
Calofort® S is also used in reinforcing filler in polyester molding compound and carrier for additives used in the plastic compound.
In rigid PVC, it is used to increase impact strength, particularly at low temperatures and give improved surface gloss and whiteness.
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