BRAND
EP Minerals
Celatom® FW-40
Functions: Cleaning Agent, Filter Aid, Functional Filler, Hydrotrope, Sequestering Agent
Chemical Family: Calcined Diatomaceous Earth, Inorganic Minerals, Silica
Chemical Name: Diatomite (flux-calcined, white)
CAS Number: 68855-54-9
Applicable Processes: Swimming Pool Filtration, Pharmaceutical Processing, Polymer Anti-Block, Agricultural Carriers
End Uses: Aerosols, Detergents, Industrial Filtration, Rinse Aids
Features: Bright white color, High purity, FDA compliant, Controlled particle size, Versatile carrier
Labeling Claims: Non-GMO
Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Calcined Diatomaceous Earth, Inorganic Minerals, Silica
- Chemical Name
- Diatomite (flux-calcined, white)
- Functions
- Cleaning Agent, Filter Aid, Functional Filler, Hydrotrope, Sequestering Agent
- Technologies
- Food Ingredients, Industrial Additives & Materials
- Product Families
- Diatomaceous Earth, Functional Minerals, White Filter Aids
- End Uses
- Aerosols, Detergents, Industrial Filtration, Rinse Aids
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Bright white color, High purity, FDA compliant, Controlled particle size, Versatile carrier
- Labeling Claims
- Non-GMO
- Key Properties
- FW-40 combines the filtration benefits of flux-calcined DE with a bright white color for applications requiring aesthetic purity. Its controlled particle size distribution ensures consistent performance. Widely used in pool filtration and as a functional filler/carrier in plastics and agriculture.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Food & Nutrition, Industrial
- Applications
- Swimming Pool Filtration, Pharmaceutical Processing, Polymer Anti-Block, Agricultural Carriers
- Formulation Type
- Dry powder
- Use Level
- Application-dependent; 1–5% as functional filler
Properties
- Appearance
- Bright white fine powder
Typical Physical Properties
| Property | Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mean Particle Size | 28–35 | µm | Laser Diffraction |
| Brightness | >95 | GE | Colorimetry |
| pH (5% slurry) | 9.5–10.5 | pH Meter / 25°C |
SDS Properties
Regulatory & Compliance
- Chemical Inventories
- TSCA
- Certifications & Compliance
- Non-GMO
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Bags (50 lb), Super Sacks, Bulk
- Supplied By
- Harcros Chemicals Inc.
- Regional Availability
- Available
Storage & Handling
- Storage Conditions
- Store dry. Protect from moisture contamination. Indefinite shelf life under proper storage.