Ground Calcium Carbonate (GCC)
Ground Calcium Carbonate (GCC) is a naturally sourced, high-quality mineral extensively used across global industries. Carefully processed to meet industrial standards, GCC offers consistent chemical composition, particle size, and brightness, making it a versatile solution for multiple applications.
International manufacturers and industrial buyers prefer GCC due to its cost-effectiveness, reliability, and adaptability in production processes. Arta Business supplies GCC in multiple grades and specifications, providing export-ready products tailored for global industrial requirements.
By choosing GCC from Arta Business, international clients benefit from a mineral that enhances product performance while maintaining economic efficiency.
What is Ground Calcium Carbonate (GCC)?
Ground Calcium Carbonate is produced by crushing, grinding, and classifying natural limestone or marble into various particle sizes suitable for industrial use. Unlike Precipitated Calcium Carbonate (PCC), GCC is naturally occurring, retaining its mineral composition with minimal chemical treatment.
Key properties of GCC include:
High natural purity: Typically over 95% CaCO₃ content
Stable chemical composition: Ensures predictable performance in industrial processes
Brightness: Natural whiteness suitable for color-sensitive applications
Versatility: Available in coarse, medium, and micronized grades for a wide range of industries
The natural origin of GCC allows it to be cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and easy to process while maintaining high performance across applications.
Processing and Quality Control
GCC supplied by Arta Business undergoes multiple steps to ensure consistent quality and compliance with industrial standards:
Crushing: Large limestone blocks are reduced to smaller sizes
Milling: Controlled grinding produces fine particles according to customer specifications
Classification: Separation into coarse, medium, and micronized grades to meet different industrial needs
Screening & Sieving: Ensures uniform particle size distribution
Moisture Control: Maintains ideal humidity to prevent clumping and degradation
Quality Testing: Regular chemical and physical analysis to monitor purity, brightness, particle size, and other critical parameters
This rigorous quality control ensures that every batch of GCC meets international industrial and export standards.
Grades and Particle Sizes
GCC is available in multiple grades to satisfy diverse industrial requirements
| Grade Type | Particle Size | Common Applications |
|---|---|---|
| Coarse Grade | Above 100 mesh | Construction, cement, mortar |
| Medium Grade | 100–400 mesh | Ceramics, adhesives, paper |
| Micronized Grade | Below 20 microns | Plastics, paints, rubber, coatings |
Each grade is processed to guarantee uniform brightness, purity, and particle distribution, making it suitable for high-performance industrial applications.
Physical and Chemical Characteristics
Understanding the physical and chemical properties of GCC is essential for industrial use. Key characteristics include:
Calcium Carbonate Content: 95–99%
Brightness (TAPPI): 90–98%
Mohs Hardness: 3–4
Specific Gravity: 2.7–2.85 g/cm³
pH Value: Neutral to slightly alkaline (7–9)
Moisture Content: ≤0.5%
These properties make GCC an ideal mineral filler or additive for plastics, paints, rubber, paper, construction, and food-grade applications.
Applications in Global Industries
GCC is widely used internationally due to its versatility, performance, and cost efficiency:
Plastics Industry
Acts as a filler to improve rigidity, reduce shrinkage, and lower production costs
Enhances impact resistance and dimensional stability
Compatible with PVC, PE, PP, and other polymers
Paints & Coatings
Improves brightness, opacity, and surface smoothness
Reduces production costs while maintaining durability
Enhances corrosion resistance and coverage efficiency
Rubber & Elastomers
Increases tensile strength and tear resistance
Reduces shrinkage and enhances elasticity
Compatible with both synthetic and natural rubber
Paper & Cardboard
Enhances brightness, smoothness, and opacity
Reduces pulp consumption, improving economic efficiency
Compatible with coated and uncoated paper
Construction & Cement
Acts as filler in mortar, plaster, cement, and concrete
Improves workability, durability, and surface finish
Reduces production cost without compromising quality
Food & Pharmaceuticals
High-purity GCC serves as a calcium supplement or processing aid
Conforms to food-grade standards where required
By offering consistent quality and versatile application, GCC allows international manufacturers to optimize performance while reducing production costs.
Commercial Advantages of GCC from Arta Business
Choosing GCC from Arta Business provides international clients with tangible commercial benefits:
Cost Efficiency: Natural GCC reduces production costs compared to synthetic alternatives
Consistent Quality: Reliable batches ensure uniformity across production cycles
Flexible Grades: Coarse, medium, and micronized options for specific industrial needs
Enhanced Product Performance: Improves rigidity, brightness, elasticity, or other desired characteristics depending on application
Arta Business also provides technical support to help clients select the best grade for their specific industry.
Export Readiness and Logistics
Arta Business ensures GCC is ready for global distribution with reliable logistics and export management:
Custom Packaging: Bulk bags, jumbo bags, or customized packaging options
Efficient Shipping: Fast and secure delivery to international destinations
Documentation & Compliance: Certificates of analysis, safety data sheets, and export documentation included
Long-Term Supply: Ability to maintain continuous supply for large industrial partners
This level of service guarantees that international clients receive GCC on time, in optimal condition, and ready for immediate industrial use.
Why Partner with Arta Business?
Arta Business is a professional supplier and exporter of premium GCC, emphasizing:
Wide range of grades and particle sizes
Strict quality control and compliance with international standards
Efficient export management and customer support
Long-term cooperation with industrial partners worldwide
Partnering with Arta Business provides manufacturers with consistent, high-quality GCC that meets both technical and commercial expectations.
Conclusion
Ground Calcium Carbonate (GCC) supplied by Arta Business is a natural, high-quality, versatile, and reliable mineral solution for global industries. Through advanced processing, meticulous quality control, and professional export services, Arta Business guarantees industrial partners worldwide access to premium GCC that ensures performance, consistency, and dependable supply