High-Quality Calcium Formate for Construction Acceleration & Industrial Applications
Calcium Formate 98% (Ca(HCOO)2) represents advanced chemical technology specifically formulated for construction applications, animal feed supplementation, leather processing, oil drilling operations, and chemical processing operations requiring consistent purity and multi-functional performance characteristics. This essential calcium salt serves critical functions across concrete acceleration processes, feed additive formulations, leather tanning procedures, drilling fluid systems, and specialty processes requiring controlled setting enhancement, preservation properties, and nutritional supplementation with exceptional processing performance.
At Chemicals & Process Equipment Limited, we supply technical-grade Calcium Formate manufactured under stringent quality control standards and international specifications. Our comprehensive product range includes construction grade calcium formate, feed grade, leather grade, drilling grade, and custom formulations meeting diverse requirements for construction operations, animal nutrition systems, leather processing, oil drilling applications, and specialized applications across global construction, agriculture, leather, oil & gas, and chemical processing markets.
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✅ Advanced Chemical Technology – Optimized Acceleration Properties & Multi-Industry Performance
✅ Multi-Functional Processing Chemical – Accelerator, Preservative and Comprehensive Quality Documentation
✅ Essential Industrial Properties – Superior Setting Acceleration, Preservation & Nutritional Performance
✅ Multi-Industry Applications – Construction, Feed, Leather, Oil Drilling & Chemical Processing Systems
✅ Technical Support Package – Complete Application Guidance & Performance Optimization
The Calcium Formate Market is expected to grow from USD 485.20 Million in 2024 to USD 695.80 Million by 2031, at a CAGR of 5.25% during the forecast period. Additionally, Calcium Formate Market Size estimated to grow by USD 98.40 million from 2023-2028 with demand from construction and animal feed industries, while construction grade captured 52.60% of calcium formate market share in 2024, and the segment is projected to advance at a 5.85% CAGR through 2030. This growth is driven by increasing construction activities, expanding animal feed production, growing leather processing demand, and rising adoption of eco-friendly construction additives across global construction, agriculture, leather, and chemical processing markets.
Technical Specifications & Calcium Formate Properties
| Property | 98.0% Grade | 99.0% Grade | 99.5% Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium Formate Content (%) | 98.0% min | 99.0% min | 99.5% min |
| Ca(HCOO)2 Content | 98.0% min | 99.0% min | 99.5% min |
| Calcium Content (%) | 30.4-30.8% | 30.5-30.7% | 30.5-30.6% |
| Formic Acid Content | 69.2-69.6% | 69.3-69.5% | 69.4-69.5% |
| Moisture Content | 0.5% max | 0.3% max | 0.2% max |
| Loss on Drying | 0.5% max | 0.3% max | 0.2% max |
| pH (10% solution) | 7.0-8.5 | 7.5-8.0 | 7.6-7.9 |
| Chloride (Cl⁻) | 0.03% max | 0.02% max | 0.01% max |
| Sulfate (SO₄²⁻) | 0.05% max | 0.03% max | 0.02% max |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤10 ppm | ≤5 ppm | ≤3 ppm |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤10 ppm | ≤5 ppm | ≤3 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤2 ppm | ≤1 ppm | ≤0.5 ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤5 ppm | ≤3 ppm | ≤2 ppm |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤0.5 ppm | ≤0.3 ppm | ≤0.2 ppm |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤1 ppm | ≤0.5 ppm | ≤0.3 ppm |
| Insoluble Matter | 0.1% max | 0.05% max | 0.03% max |
| Bulk Density | 1.0-1.3 g/cm³ | 1.1-1.25 g/cm³ | 1.15-1.2 g/cm³ |
| Particle Size | 10-100 mesh | 20-80 mesh | 40-60 mesh |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder | ||
| Melting Point | 300°C (decomp.) | 300°C (decomp.) | 300°C (decomp.) |
| Density at 20°C | 2.02 g/cm³ | 2.02 g/cm³ | 2.02 g/cm³ |
| Solubility in Water (20°C) | 162 g/L | 162 g/L | 162 g/L |
| Solubility in Ethanol | Slightly soluble | ||
| Hygroscopicity | Low | Low | Very Low |
| Thermal Stability | Stable to 300°C | Stable to 300°C | Stable to 300°C |
| Setting Time (concrete) | Accelerated | Accelerated | Accelerated |
| Corrosivity | Non-corrosive | Non-corrosive | Non-corrosive |
| Storage Stability | 36 months | 36 months | 36 months |
| Storage Temperature | 5-35°C | 5-35°C | 5-35°C |
| Packaging Options | Bags, big bags, drums, bulk |
Available Grade Types:
- Construction Grade for concrete acceleration
- Feed Grade for animal nutrition applications
- Leather Grade for tanning and processing
- Drilling Grade for oil field applications
- Technical Grade for industrial processing
- Food Grade for food industry applications
- Pharmaceutical Grade for specialized uses
- Export Grade for international markets
- Custom Grade for specialized formulations
Specialized Packaging Solutions:
- 25kg multi-wall paper bags with PE liner
- 1000kg big bags (FIBC) for bulk handling
- 200kg fiber drums for specialized applications
- Bulk trucks for large-scale operations
- Moisture-proof packaging for humid climates
- Food-grade packaging for feed applications
- Custom packaging for specific requirements
- Temperature-controlled shipping options
Construction & Building Applications
Concrete Acceleration Construction companies utilize Calcium Formate for concrete acceleration, fast-setting formulations, and construction applications requiring reduced setting times and improved early strength development. Concrete manufacturers employ calcium formate for ready-mix concrete, precast applications, and cold weather concreting operations requiring enhanced performance.
Mortar & Cement Applications Building material manufacturers use Calcium Formate for mortar acceleration, cement additives, and masonry applications requiring improved workability and setting characteristics. Construction companies employ calcium formate for tile adhesives, repair mortars, and specialty cement formulations requiring rapid setting.
Cold Weather Concreting Construction contractors utilize Calcium Formate for winter construction, cold climate applications, and concrete operations requiring anti-freeze properties and setting acceleration. Infrastructure companies employ calcium formate for bridge construction, roadwork, and emergency repairs requiring rapid setting performance.
Precast Concrete Production Precast manufacturers use Calcium Formate for accelerated curing, production efficiency, and precast applications requiring faster demolding times and improved productivity. Concrete companies employ calcium formate for architectural precast, structural elements, and specialty precast products requiring enhanced performance.
Animal Feed & Nutrition Applications
Swine Feed Additives Animal nutrition companies utilize Calcium Formate for pig feed supplementation, growth promotion, and swine applications requiring acidification and antimicrobial properties. Feed manufacturers employ calcium formate for starter feeds, finishing diets, and specialty swine nutrition requiring improved feed conversion efficiency.
Poultry Feed Applications Poultry nutrition manufacturers use Calcium Formate for chicken feed, broiler applications, and poultry systems requiring feed acidification and pathogen control. Agricultural companies employ calcium formate for layer feeds, broiler starter diets, and specialty poultry nutrition requiring enhanced performance.
Aquaculture Feed Production Aquafeed manufacturers utilize Calcium Formate for fish feed, shrimp feed, and aquaculture applications requiring antimicrobial properties and feed preservation. Aquaculture companies employ calcium formate for marine feeds, freshwater diets, and specialty aquaculture nutrition requiring improved feed quality.
Ruminant Feed Supplements Livestock nutrition companies use Calcium Formate for cattle feed, dairy applications, and ruminant systems requiring calcium supplementation and rumen health enhancement. Feed companies employ calcium formate for dairy cow diets, beef cattle feeds, and ruminant nutrition requiring metabolic support.
Leather Processing Applications
Chrome Tanning Operations Leather manufacturers utilize Calcium Formate for chrome tanning enhancement, leather processing, and tanning applications requiring improved chrome penetration and uniform leather quality. Tanneries employ calcium formate for automotive leather, furniture leather, and high-quality leather production requiring superior results.
Leather Chemical Processing Chemical companies use Calcium Formate for leather auxiliary production, tanning chemical manufacturing, and leather applications requiring specialized processing aids and quality enhancement. Leather chemical manufacturers employ calcium formate for retanning agents, fatliquoring systems, and leather processing chemicals.
Wet-Blue Processing Leather processors utilize Calcium Formate for wet-blue processing, leather conditioning, and tanning applications requiring improved leather properties and processing efficiency. Leather companies employ calcium formate for automotive leather, upholstery leather, and specialty leather applications requiring premium quality.
Leather Finishing Operations Leather finishers use Calcium Formate for finishing processes, surface treatment, and leather applications requiring improved dye uptake and color uniformity. Leather manufacturers employ calcium formate for fashion leather, luxury leather goods, and specialty leather products requiring exceptional quality.
Oil Drilling & Gas Applications
Drilling Fluid Systems Oil companies utilize Calcium Formate for drilling fluid formulations, high-density brines, and drilling applications requiring wellbore stability and formation protection. Drilling service companies employ calcium formate for deepwater drilling, high-pressure wells, and specialized drilling operations requiring superior performance.
Completion Fluid Applications Oilfield service companies use Calcium Formate for completion fluids, workover operations, and well intervention applications requiring clear brines with excellent thermal stability. Chemical companies employ calcium formate for packer fluids, fracturing applications, and completion systems requiring high-performance fluids.
Well Stimulation Operations Petroleum companies utilize Calcium Formate for well stimulation, acid fracturing, and enhanced recovery applications requiring formation conditioning and improved well productivity. Oil service companies employ calcium formate for acidizing operations, matrix stimulation, and well enhancement procedures.
Gas Processing Applications Gas processing facilities use Calcium Formate for gas conditioning, dehydration operations, and natural gas processing applications requiring corrosion inhibition and hydrate prevention. Processing companies employ calcium formate for pipeline operations, gas treatment, and facility operations.
Chemical Manufacturing Applications
Pharmaceutical Synthesis Pharmaceutical companies utilize Calcium Formate for drug synthesis, API production, and pharmaceutical applications requiring high-purity chemical intermediates. Drug manufacturers employ calcium formate for active ingredient synthesis, pharmaceutical processing, and specialty drug production requiring regulatory compliance.
Food Processing Operations Food manufacturers use Calcium Formate for food processing, preservation applications, and food industry operations requiring safe and effective processing aids. Food companies employ calcium formate for specialized food processing, nutritional supplementation, and food manufacturing applications requiring food-grade quality.
Industrial Chemical Production Chemical manufacturers utilize Calcium Formate for chemical synthesis, industrial processing, and manufacturing applications requiring versatile chemical intermediates. Specialty chemical companies employ calcium formate for fine chemical production, custom synthesis, and industrial manufacturing operations.
Textile Chemical Applications Textile chemical companies use Calcium Formate for textile processing, dyeing operations, and textile applications requiring buffering agents and processing aids. Textile manufacturers employ calcium formate for fiber processing, fabric treatment, and textile chemical formulations requiring enhanced performance.
Agriculture & Crop Protection
Soil Conditioning Applications Agricultural companies utilize Calcium Formate for soil amendment, pH adjustment, and agricultural applications requiring soil conditioning and nutrient supplementation. Fertilizer manufacturers employ calcium formate for specialty fertilizers, soil conditioners, and agricultural products requiring calcium supplementation.
Crop Protection Formulations Agrochemical companies use Calcium Formate for pesticide formulations, adjuvant production, and crop protection applications requiring pH buffering and stability enhancement. Agricultural chemical manufacturers employ calcium formate for herbicide formulations, fungicide systems, and crop protection products.
Fertilizer Manufacturing Fertilizer companies utilize Calcium Formate for specialty fertilizer production, micronutrient formulations, and agricultural applications requiring enhanced nutrient availability. Agricultural manufacturers employ calcium formate for foliar fertilizers, liquid fertilizers, and specialty agricultural products requiring improved performance.
Greenhouse Applications Greenhouse operators use Calcium Formate for hydroponic systems, nutrient solutions, and controlled environment agriculture requiring precise nutrient control and plant nutrition. Horticultural companies employ calcium formate for specialty crops, ornamental plants, and greenhouse production requiring optimized nutrition.
Specialty Chemical Applications
Metal Treatment Operations Metal processing companies utilize Calcium Formate for surface treatment, metal finishing, and industrial applications requiring metal conditioning and corrosion prevention. Manufacturing companies employ calcium formate for parts cleaning, surface preparation, and metal processing operations requiring specialized treatment.
Water Treatment Applications Water treatment companies use Calcium Formate for water conditioning, industrial water treatment, and water processing applications requiring pH adjustment and chemical conditioning. Municipal water systems employ calcium formate for drinking water treatment, wastewater processing, and water quality enhancement.
Paper & Pulp Processing Paper manufacturers utilize Calcium Formate for pulp processing, paper production, and papermaking applications requiring pH control and processing enhancement. Pulp companies employ calcium formate for bleaching operations, paper coating, and specialty paper production requiring improved quality.
Ceramic & Glass Industries Ceramic manufacturers use Calcium Formate for ceramic processing, glass production, and materials applications requiring flux properties and processing enhancement. Glass companies employ calcium formate for specialty glass, ceramic glazes, and advanced materials requiring precise chemical composition.
Quality Control & Testing Procedures
Comprehensive Quality Assurance Every production batch undergoes extensive testing to ensure compliance with construction standards, feed regulations, and international requirements. Our quality control laboratory employs advanced analytical techniques including ICP-OES, ion chromatography, and spectroscopic analysis.
Quality assurance procedures include:
- Calcium formate content determination using complexometric titration
- Calcium content analysis using ICP-OES spectroscopy
- Moisture content testing using gravimetric methods
- pH measurement using calibrated pH meters
- Chloride content analysis using ion chromatography
- Heavy metals testing using ICP-MS spectroscopy
- Particle size distribution using sieve analysis
- Bulk density measurement using standard methods
- Solubility testing using gravimetric analysis
- Thermal analysis using TGA/DSC methods
- Microbiological testing for feed grade applications
- Setting time evaluation for construction applications
Application Guidelines & Best Practices
Construction Application Guidelines Establish proper dosage procedures for Calcium Formate including mixing protocols, dosage optimization, and performance monitoring for optimal concrete acceleration and setting enhancement.
Feed Application Procedures Develop appropriate feeding procedures including dosage calculation, mixing guidelines, and safety protocols for animal feed supplementation and nutrition enhancement.
Storage & Handling Procedures Implement proper storage conditions including moisture protection, temperature control, and contamination prevention for maintaining calcium formate quality and preventing caking.
Market Applications & Industry Trends
Construction Market Growth Expanding infrastructure development, increasing urbanization, and growing demand for rapid construction drive continued growth in calcium formate applications for concrete acceleration and building materials.
Animal Feed Industry Development Growing livestock production, increasing meat consumption, and expanding aquaculture operations support increased adoption of calcium formate for animal nutrition and feed enhancement.
Environmental Regulations Rising environmental awareness and eco-friendly construction requirements drive growth in calcium formate applications for sustainable building materials and green construction practices.
Environmental & Regulatory Compliance
Construction Standards Calcium Formate complies with construction regulations, building material standards, and international specifications ensuring appropriate use in concrete and construction applications.
Feed Safety Standards Compliance with feed safety regulations, animal nutrition guidelines, and international feed standards ensures safe and effective use in animal feed and nutrition applications.
Environmental Standards Adherence to environmental regulations, ecological guidelines, and sustainability requirements supports responsible use in construction and industrial applications.
Performance Advantages & Technical Benefits
✔ Superior Acceleration Properties – Excellent concrete setting acceleration and early strength development
✔ Multi-Functional Performance – Accelerator, preservative, and nutritional supplement properties
✔ Multi-Industry Versatility – Suitable for construction, feed, leather, drilling, and chemical applications
✔ Environmental Friendliness – Non-toxic and environmentally safe properties
✔ High Solubility – Excellent water solubility for easy processing and application
✔ Processing Enhancement – Improved manufacturability and product quality
✔ Thermal Stability – Excellent temperature resistance and stability
✔ Non-Corrosive Properties – Safe for equipment and infrastructure
✔ Quality Consistency – Reliable composition with comprehensive quality control
✔ Regulatory Compliance – Meets construction, feed, and industrial standards
✔ Storage Stability – Good shelf life with proper storage conditions
✔ Technical Support – Complete application guidance and optimization assistance
Our Calcium Formate products represent industry-leading standards in chemical technology and multi-industry solutions, specifically formulated for demanding construction applications, animal feed supplementation, leather processing, oil drilling operations, and specialized chemical processing requirements. We provide comprehensive technical support, application guidance, and regulatory consultation to ensure optimal performance across your specialized construction, feed, leather, drilling, or chemical processing applications.
For detailed specifications, certificates of analysis, or application-specific recommendations, contact our specialized chemicals division. We offer complete support including application optimization, regulatory guidance, and technical assistance to maximize effectiveness in your construction, animal nutrition, leather processing, oil drilling, or chemical processing applications.
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