Typical Chemical Analysis
| CaCO₃ | 99.8% (U015: 99.60%) |
| CaO | 55.6% (U015: 55.64%) |
| MgO | 0.15% |
| Fe₂O₃ | 0.003% (U015: 0.001%) |
| Al₂O₃ | 0.002% (U015: 0.001%) |
| SiO₂ | 0.01 - 0.03% |
| Loss on Ignition | 44.02% (U015: 43.95%) |
Uncoated GCC · Biliton grade system
Manufactured through Biliton’s Minya production partnership by grinding and classifying limestone without surface coating. Compare particle-size distribution and grade-specific properties against your application.
Grade Comparison
Values are typical. Final commercial specification and lot-specific results are confirmed in the quotation and applicable COA.
| Biliton grade | D97 micron |
D50 micron |
<2 µm % |
Oil absorption g/100 g |
Brightness % |
Bulk density Unit stated per grade |
Recommended applications | TDS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIL-GCC-U008 | 8 ± 0.5 | 2±0.2 | 47-52 | 20.2±0.5 | 97.5±0.5 | 0.55±0.05 gm/100cm³ | Paints · Sealants · Adhesives · Rubber Molding · Many other uses | PDF ↓ |
| BIL-GCC-U010 | 10 ±0.5 | 2.6±0.2 | 40±2 | 19.5±0.5 | 97.5±0.5 | 0.57±0.05 gm/100cm³ | Paints · Sealants · Adhesives · Rubber Molding · Many other uses | PDF ↓ |
| BIL-GCC-U012 | 12±1 | 2.8±0.2 | 38±2 | 18.5±0.5 | 97.5±0.5 | 0.56±0.05 gm/100cm³ | Paints · Adhesives · Sealants · Rubber Molding · Many other uses | PDF ↓ |
| BIL-GCC-U015 | 15 ± 1 | 3.5-4.0 | 30 +/- 2 | 18 +/- 0.5 | 97.5 +/- 1 | 0.70 +/- 0.05 g/cm3 | Decorative coatings · Paints · Adhesives · Sealants | PDF ↓ |
| BIL-GCC-U020 | 20±1 | 4.75±0.25 | 28±2 | 17.3±0.5 | 97.5±0.5 | 0.74±0.05 gm/100cm³ | Matt Finish · Decorative Paints · Sealants · Protective Coatings · Many other uses | PDF ↓ |
| BIL-GCC-U025 | 24±1 | 5.5±0.5 | 26±2 | 16.8±0.5 | 97.5±0.5 | 0.78±0.05 gm/100cm³ | Putties · Decorative Paints · Sealants · Protective Coatings · Many other uses | PDF ↓ |
| BIL-GCC-U045 | 44±2 | 10±0.5 | 11±1 | — | 96±1 | 0.925±0.025 gm/100cm³ | Ceramic Industry · Putties · Fertilizers · Construction | PDF ↓ |
| BIL-GCC-U065 | 64±2 | 11.5±0.5 | 10±1 | — | 96±1 | 0.975±0.025 gm/100cm³ | Ceramic Industry · Putties · Fertilizers · Construction | PDF ↓ |
| BIL-GCC-U095 | 94±2 | 14.5±0.5 | 9±1 | — | 96±1 | 1.025±0.025 gm/100cm³ | Ceramic Industry · Putties · Fertilizers · Construction | PDF ↓ |
| BIL-GCC-U150 | 150 ± 2 | 18-19 | 7-9 | — | 96±1 | 1.16±0.2 gm/cm³ | PDF ↓ |
Common Product Profile
Biliton codes identify commercial grades. Consult the actual D97 and D50 values for selection. Chemistry exceptions for U015 are shown below; density units and packing follow each grade TDS.
| CaCO₃ | 99.8% (U015: 99.60%) |
| CaO | 55.6% (U015: 55.64%) |
| MgO | 0.15% |
| Fe₂O₃ | 0.003% (U015: 0.001%) |
| Al₂O₃ | 0.002% (U015: 0.001%) |
| SiO₂ | 0.01 - 0.03% |
| Loss on Ignition | 44.02% (U015: 43.95%) |
| Refractive index | 1.59 |
| pH | 9 max |
| Mohs hardness | 3 |
| Moisture | 0.20% max |
| PSD method | Laser diffraction (Malvern) |
Individual Product Sheets
Choose a grade to download its technical sheet or add it directly to the quotation request.
Paints · Sealants · Adhesives · Rubber Molding · Many other uses
Packing: 25 Kg Plastic/Paper Bags | 1 Tons Jumbo Bags
Yellow index: 2.5 Max
Bulk density: 0.55±0.05 gm/100cm³
Paints · Sealants · Adhesives · Rubber Molding · Many other uses
Packing: 25 Kg Plastic/Paper Bags | 1 Tons Jumbo Bags
Yellow index: 2.9 Max
Bulk density: 0.57±0.05 gm/100cm³
Paints · Adhesives · Sealants · Rubber Molding · Many other uses
Packing: 25 Kg Plastic/Paper Bags | 1 Tons Jumbo Bags
Yellow index: 2.9 Max
Bulk density: 0.56±0.05 gm/100cm³
Decorative coatings · Paints · Adhesives · Sealants
Packing: 25 kg export bags and jumbo bags. Palletising, marking and loading are confirmed according to the order.
Yellow index: 2.8 max
Bulk density: 0.70 +/- 0.05 g/cm3
DOP: 29 +/- 0.5 g/100 g
Matt Finish · Decorative Paints · Sealants · Protective Coatings · Many other uses
Packing: 25 Kg Plastic/Paper Bags | 1-1.2 Tons Jumbo Bags
Yellow index: 3 Max
Bulk density: 0.74±0.05 gm/100cm³
Putties · Decorative Paints · Sealants · Protective Coatings · Many other uses
Packing: 25 Kg Plastic/Paper Bags | 1-1.3 Tons Jumbo Bags
Yellow index: 3.5 Max
Bulk density: 0.78±0.05 gm/100cm³
Ceramic Industry · Putties · Fertilizers · Construction
Packing: 25-50 Kg Plastic/Paper Bags | 1.375 Ton Jumbo Bags
Yellow index: 4 Max
Bulk density: 0.925±0.025 gm/100cm³
Ceramic Industry · Putties · Fertilizers · Construction
Packing: 25-50 Kg Plastic/Paper Bags | 1.375 Tons Jumbo Bags
Yellow index: 4.2 Max
Bulk density: 0.975±0.025 gm/100cm³
Ceramic Industry · Putties · Fertilizers · Construction
Packing: 25-50 Kg Plastic/Paper Bags | 1.375 Tons Jumbo Bags
Yellow index: 4.3 Max
Bulk density: 1.025±0.025 gm/100cm³
Packing: To be confirmed for the order
Yellow index: 4.3 Max
Bulk density: 1.16±0.2 gm/cm³
Packing & Export Supply
Packing varies by grade: consult the individual TDS for bag weights and jumbo-bag capacity. Final loading and marking are confirmed for the order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Values are typical. Final commercial specification and lot-specific results are confirmed in the quotation and applicable COA.
No. Numeric values are published only when they come from an approved TDS, COA or controlled grade record.
Start with the application, then send the particle size, technical limits, quantity, packing and destination.
The applicable TDS, SDS and COA or shipment analysis are supplied according to the approved grade and transaction.
Industrial procurement
Already sourcing calcium carbonate locally? Send your current technical data sheet or agreed specification so Biliton Trading Egypt can review an additional Egyptian supply option against your requirements.
For uncoated GCC, state your application and current grade specification. Include the required particle-size distribution and other acceptance limits so the proposed grade can be reviewed for your process.
Send your specified D50 and D97 or full particle-size distribution, chemistry and impurity limits, moisture and whiteness requirements where relevant. State the test methods and acceptance limits used by your process.
Request the available TDS and relevant COA for the proposed grade, and discuss sample or trial arrangements. Agree performance criteria for your application before confirming regular supply.
Include trial and shipment quantities, estimated monthly consumption, packing, delivery location or destination port and preferred Incoterm. CFR or CIF pricing requires current freight; final availability, specifications and terms are confirmed in the offer.
EXPORT SALES
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