Calcium carbonate

Other Name(s):

Chalk; Calcite; CAS# 471-34-1; E 170

Calcium Carbonate is formed in nature by the sedimentation and compaction of broken down sea shells and skeletons.

Is Calcium carbonate Faithful to Nature?

Depends.

Calcium Carbonate is a natural and renewable ingredient with a wide range of benefits and applications.

Benefits: Why is Calcium carbonate used?

Even Skin

Calcium Carbonate absorbs excess oil for a more even skin tone.

Oral Health

Calcium Carbonate helps to prevent cavities, removes plaque and stains from teeth.

Natural Remedy

Calcium Carbonate relieves symptoms of heartburn and acid indigestion.

Essential for Overall Health

Calcium Carbonate builds strong bones and muscles it also supports our nervous system.

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On the Shelf: Which Products Use Calcium carbonate?

Calcium Carbonate is mostly found in toothpastes, especially those marketed for cavity protection. But it also enjoys use by natural skincare and cosmetic formulators in foundation and other powdered makeup.

Production: How is Calcium carbonate Made?

Calcium Carbonate is mined from deposits, mostly at quarries.

Interesting Fact: Calcium carbonate

Calcium Carbonate comprises about 4% of the Earth’s crust.

Calcium Carbonate deposits are continually replenished by the natural processes of streams, rivers, lakes and oceans. It is estimated that 8.8 to 14.5 billion tons of new Calcium Carbonate is generated by these natural processes each year, globally.