1. Introduction to Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate

Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate (CaSO₄·2H₂O), CAS 10101-41-4, is a naturally occurring mineral compound widely used across industries due to its unique physicochemical properties. Known commonly as gypsum, it is a non-toxic, odorless white powder with a molecular weight of 172.17 g/mol. Its stability under moderate temperatures and compatibility with organic/inorganic materials make it indispensable in construction, food, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture.

2. Key Parameters and Comparative Analysis

3. Industrial and Commercial Applications

3.1 Construction Industry

Used in drywall, plaster, and cement for fire resistance and moisture control.

3.2 Food Industry

FDA-approved as a coagulant in tofu production and a calcium fortifier in baked goods.

3.3 Pharmaceuticals

Serves as a tablet excipient and in orthopedic casts for bone fracture stabilization.

3.4 Agriculture

Improves soil structure and provides sulfur/calcium nutrients for crops.

4. Practical Use Cases

4.1 Drywall Manufacturing

A US-based manufacturer reduced production costs by 18% using high-purity dihydrate for faster setting times.

4.2 Pharmaceutical Tableting

A European pharma company enhanced drug dissolution rates by 22% through optimized dihydrate particle sizing.

5. Real Customer Success Stories

5.1 ABC Construction Materials Ltd. (Germany)

Challenge: Needed fire-resistant drywall meeting EN 520 standards.
Solution: Customized dihydrate with 99.2% purity and 150-micron particle size.
Result: Achieved 2-hour fire rating compliance and 15% faster installation.

5.2 HealthyFoods Co. (USA)

Challenge: Required FDA-compliant calcium enrichment for plant-based milk.
Solution: Ultra-fine (45-micron) food-grade dihydrate with 0.3% max heavy metals.
Result: Increased product shelf life by 30 days and boosted calcium content by 25%.

6. Contact for Technical Support and Quotations

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Our technical team provides:

• Batch-specific certificates of analysis (CoA)
• Regulatory compliance documentation
• Custom particle size distribution (PSD) optimization