• The world’s most versatile mineral

    Find out more about calcium carbonate, one of the most adaptable minerals on earth

  • The world’s most versatile mineral

    Find out more about calcium carbonate, one of the most adaptable minerals on earth

Established more than 100 years ago, the British and Irish Calcium Carbonates Federation (BICCF) represents UK and Ireland chalk, limestone, marble, dolomite and precipitated calcium carbonate producers.

Calcium Carbonate is one of the most important and versatile minerals that exists. From food and pharmaceuticals, to paint, paper and construction, its use and impact in our everyday lives is remarkable.

What is Calcium Carbonate

Calcium carbonate (CaCO3) is an abundant substance found in 4% of the earth’s crust making it one of nature’s more plentiful raw materials.
About BICCF

Established more than 100 years ago, the British and Irish Calcium Carbonates Federation (BICCF) represents UK chalk, limestone, marble, dolomite and precipitated calcium carbonate producers.
Uses

Calcium carbonate powders, precipitated products and dolomite, are among the most important and versatile materials used by industry.