CAS#8061-52-7
FORMULAC20H24CaO10S2
SynonymsCalcium ligninsulfonate; Lignin calcium sulfonate
GROUPS / USESCarrier, Construction Chemicals, Drilling Fluid, Water Treatment & Pool Chemicals, Wood Pulp, Dyes, Plasticizers, Polymers, Preservatives
MarketsChemical & Materials Manufacturing, Construction & Building Materials, Food & Beverage, Water Treatment

FAQ’S

What is Calcium lignosulfonate?

Calcium lignosulfonate is a water-soluble polymer that is used in industrial applications.

What are the uses of Calcium lignosulfonate?

Calcium lignosulfonate is used in concrete, soil stabilization, dust suppression, mineral binding, refractory material, ceramics, oil drilling fluids, lead acid batteries, and pigments & dyes. It is used in the food industry as a carrier for fat-soluble vitamins, carotenoids, and other functional ingredients.

What are the benefits of using Calcium lignosulfonate?

The benefits of Calcium lignosulfonate are cost-effective, environmentally friendly, improved work ability, and biodegradable.

Choice Organochem LLP supplies Calcium Lignosulfonate to users/customers for Construction Chemicals, Water Treatment & Pool Chemicals.

Calcium lignosulfonate Specifications

Food Chemicals Codex (FCC)

Test ItemsSpecifications
AppearanceBrown, amorphous polymer
SolubilitySoluble in water, but not in any of the common organic solvents
pH3-11
AssayNLT 5.0% sulfonate sulfur
CalciumNMT 7.0%
LeadNMT 1 mg/kg
Loss on DryingNMT 10.0%
Reducing SugarsNMT 30.0%
Residue on IgnitionNMT 20.0%
Viscosity of a 50% SolutionNMT 3000 centipoises