Lime Stone Mineral
We are the leading manufacturer and supplier of calcareous sedimentary Lime Stone Mineral in India. We offer our products as per client specification in the best possible condition.
Composed of calcium carbonate (CaCO3) in the form of the mineral calcite, this sedimentary rock forms from the accumulation of shell, coral, algal and fecal debris. We also deal in high-calcium limestone with 95% calcium carbonate content. Again the recrystallized limestone we offer is usually used as decorative and building stone by our clients.
Limestone is considered as the sole building block in the construction industry. Cement, lime, and building stone are made from this mineral. Furthermore, it is used to make paper, plastics, glass, paint, steel, cement, carpets etc. It is also used in water treatment and purification plants and in the processing of foods and pharmaceutical items.
Chemical Properties of Lime Stone Mineral
Parameters | Specifications |
Lime (CaO) | 38-42% |
Silica (SiO2) | 15-18% |
Alumina (Al2O3) | 3-5% |
MgO | 0.5 to 3% |
FeO + Fe2O3 | 1-1.5% |
Alkalies | 1-1.5% |
Loss On Ignition (LOI | 30-32% |
Physical Properties of Lime Stone Mineral
Parameters | Specifications |
Hardness | 3 to 4 on Moh's Scale |
Density | 2.5 to 2.7 Kg/cm3 |
Compressive Strength | 60-170 N/mm2 |
Water Absorption | Less than 1% |
Porosity | Quite low |
Weather Impact | Resistant |
Applications of Lime Stone Mineral
• It is used in flooring, wall cladding and vanity tops.
• It is used in furniture and cement production.
• It is used in refining metals and in the production of blackboard chalks.
• It is used as flux to remove impurities such as phosphorus and sulfur.
• It is used in power plant smokestacks to remove sulfur from the emissions.
• It is used in mining, paper and paper pulp production.
• It is used in water and wastewater treatment.
• It is used in road construction and traditional building construction.
Applications of Lime Stone Mineral
• It can be used as substitute to lime in industrial applications.
• It can also be used instead of lime in agriculture, steel making and sulfur removal.
• Magnesium hydroxide is used for pH control in lime stone mineral.
Third Party Inspection
Pre-shipment Inspection Service is the 3rd Party Inspection available with us. SGS or equivalent at seller cost at port of loading.