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Process for the preparation of calcium carbonate for use in fluorescent lamp phosphors

US4100264A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 23, 1976
Grant dateJul 11, 1978
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Expiry dateDec 23, 1996

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC01F11/185
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method of producing finely-divided phosphor grade calcium carbonate having a calcite crystalline structure and a very low sodium content. The calcium carbonate is produced from calcium chloride having a high sodium impurity content, such as calcium chloride which is a by-product of the Solvay process for producing soda ash.

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