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Contact SupplierDolomite powder, derived from the mineral dolomite (CaMg(CO3)₂), has a wide range of applications across various industries due to its unique calcium-magnesium carbonate composition. Here's a structured overview of its uses:
1. Construction Industry
Cement and Concrete: Used as a raw material in cement production and as an aggregate in concrete to enhance durability.
Asphalt and Road Base: Stabilizes road foundations and improves asphalt binding.
Building Materials: Incorporated in bricks, tiles, and ceramics for improved strength and heat resistance.
2. Agriculture
Soil Conditioner: Neutralizes acidic soils and supplements calcium and magnesium, essential for plant growth.
pH Balancer: Adjusts soil pH to optimize nutrient availability.
3. Manufacturing and Metallurgy
Flux in Steelmaking: Removes impurities during iron and steel production; used to line converters.
Glass Production: Enhances thermal stability and resistance to weathering in glass products.
Ceramics: Acts as a flux in glazes and ceramic bodies, reducing melting temperatures.
4. Environmental Applications
Water Treatment: Neutralizes acidic water bodies and precipitates heavy metals.
Flue Gas Desulfurization: Reduces sulfur emissions by reacting with SO₂ in industrial exhaust.
Dietary Supplements: Processed into calcium-magnesium supplements (requires high purity to avoid contaminants).
Cosmetics: Used as an abrasive in toothpaste or a filler in powders.
Plastics/Rubber/Paints: Improves texture, durability, and fire resistance as a filler material.
Fire Retardants: Magnesium components contribute to fire-resistant materials.
Horticulture and Aquariums: Stabilizes pH in potting mixes and aquatic environments.