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Calcium carbonate

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

calcium carbonate; Calcium carbonate; CAS No 471-34-1; Chalk; Lime

Definition
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Calcium carbonate is an odourless, white mineral. It is insoluble in water and ethanol, soluble in acids forming salts and slightly soluble in water containing CO2.

Field of application/use
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Food additive (E 170)

In combination with magnesium hydroxide or aluminium hydroxide for gastritis and diarrhoea

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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