Detergent
To deterge means to wash. Washing methods have been known since Antiquity.
- 3500 B.C.: The Sumerians invented soap.
- 467 B.C.: The Romans introduced soap (sapo) to the Gauls.
- 1150 A.D.: Marseilles became a soap center.
Detergence is a broad concept covering the following processes:
- cleaning,
- washing,
- degreasing and
- disinfecting
Calcium carbonate is highly valued in the detergent industry because of its smooth hardness: 3 on Mohs scale of hardness as compared with 7 for silica.
In the detergent market there are two main applications for household cleaners: powders and creams.
Calcium carbonate in powders ensures smoother abrasion than other minerals. Creams require a brighter and a finer calcium carbonate than powders.
High Quality
State-of-the-art technology is used to manufacture calcium carbonate products that are tailor-made for a variety of applications.
