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Calcium Formate 98% Min (Cafo 98%) is the calcium salt of formic acid. In the chemical trade and raw materials market, it represents the high-end industrial standard, guaranteeing optimal crystalline stability and low impurity content. In contrast to byproduct derivatives or low-grade 90-95% calcium formate, Cafo 98% manufactured by Shandong Pulisi Chemical undergoes synthetic crystallization process, which strictly controls residual sodium chloride and heavy metals.
The chemical formula of Calcium Formate is Ca(HCOO)₂. Due to its elevated molecular purity, it yields predictable dissolution profiles and serves as an exceptional source of active calcium ions and formate ions in sensitive cementitious mixtures, complex dry mortars, and animal feed acidifiers.
| Parameters | Pulisi Cafo 98% Standard | Industrial Co-product Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium Formate Purity | ≥ 98.0% Min | 90.0% - 95.0% |
| Calcium (Ca) Content | ≥ 30.1% | ≤ 28.5% |
| Water Insoluble Matter | ≤ 0.15% | ≥ 0.8% |
| Moisture (H2O) | ≤ 0.5% | 1.5% - 2.0% |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 0.001% | ≤ 0.005% |
| pH Value (10% Solution) | 6.0 - 7.5 | Variable (5.0 - 8.5) |
The global demand for Cafo 98% has experienced exponential growth due to transition policies in green building technologies and modern agricultural stewardship. In the European Union and North America, strict environmental regulations on antibiotics in animal husbandry have forced feed manufacturers to replace traditional growth promoters with organic acid salts. Calcium Formate has emerged as the premier feed additive because of its dual action: it acts as a robust acidifier that suppresses pathogenic growth (such as Salmonella and E. coli) in the gastrointestinal tract, and simultaneously supplies highly bioavailable organic calcium.
In the construction sector, rapid infrastructural shifts demand faster building cycles. Calcium formate behaves as an exceptional winter curing accelerator. Consequently, dry-mortar manufacturers in Asia-Pacific, South America, and the Middle East rely heavily on high-purity Calcium Formate 98% to guarantee rapid concrete curing times even in low-temperature regions, without causing chloride-induced corrosion on steel reinforcements.
Shandong Pulisi Chemical Co., Ltd. (Stock Code: 307785) is at the epicenter of this global shift. Through advanced logistics hubs situated around Qingdao Port, Tianjin Port, and strategic Xinjiang land ports (Alashankou, Khorgos), we provide optimized delivery channels that safeguard international supply chains from port backlogs.
Comparing synthesis routes to understand the high performance of Cafo 98%
This process utilizes high-concentration pure Formic Acid neutralized with high-purity Calcium Carbonate or Calcium Hydroxide. The reaction is highly controllable:
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2 HCOOH + Ca(OH)₂ → Ca(HCOO)₂ + 2 H₂O
Benefits: Minimal salt impurities, high crystalline structure integrity, and zero cross-contamination. Excellent for feed grade and high-performance concrete where purity must exceed 98%.
This method generates Calcium Formate as a byproduct during the synthesis of Pentaerythritol. Because it is a byproduct of complex organic reactions, it contains trace impurities:
How Calcium Formate 98% optimizes system performance across multi-disciplinary fields
Cafo 98% catalyzes the hydration of Tricalcium Silicate (C3S) in cement. It accelerates early-stage compressive strength development, significantly reduces set times under sub-zero temperatures, and prevents steel reinforcing bar oxidation by replacing chloride-based accelerators.
With its low molecular weight, Cafo 98% easily dissociates within the stomach of weaned piglets and poultry. This releases free formic acid to control pathogenic microbes, lower gastric pH, and promote high-efficiency absorption of calcium ions without damaging mucosal linings.
In chrome-tanning processes, Cafo 98% serves as a masking agent. It coordinates with trivalent chromium complexes, ensuring uniform penetration through the collagen fibers of hides, resulting in stable chrome fixation and improved leather pliability.
Founded in 2006 (Stock Code: 307785) - A Leading Multinational Chemical Supplier
Established in 2006, Shandong Pulisi Chemical Co., Ltd. (Stock Code: 307785) has evolved into an international powerhouse focusing on petrochemicals, mining chemicals, feed chemicals, and pharmaceutical chemicals. Over the past decades, we have established stable, long-term partnerships with Fortune Global 500 giants, including China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) and Saint-Gobain.
We take customer demand as our core orientation, designing tailored solutions that empower our clients to excel in their respective markets. The company holds full ISO9001:2015 Quality Management System Certification and German BV Certification.
In 2023, our growth path culminated in our listing on the stock exchange (Stock Code: 307785). Shandong Pulisi operates mature warehousing and distribution hubs at key logistics portals: Qingdao Port, Tianjin Port, and Xinjiang border ports (Alashankou, Khorgos), enabling swift domestic and international order dispatch.
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