Industrial grade
GYPSUM in Kenya
CaSO4·2H2O172.17 g/mol
Gypsum, chemically known as CaSO4·2H2O, is a versatile mineral primarily used in construction. It serves as a key ingredient in cement, plaster, and drywall. Renowned for its binding properties, gypsum enhances the strength and durability of building materials. Industries, particularly construction and agriculture, rely on gypsum for improved soil quality and erosion control. This product is supplied by C.R. SONS and is available in powder form, making it easy to handle and mix in various applications.
Main applicationConstruction materials — used in cement and drywall production
Gypsum is significant in industries such as construction and agriculture. Its properties facilitate the creation and strengthening of materials, while also improving soil quality. By incorporating gypsum into processes, industries can enhance efficiency and achieve higher quality results in their applications.
Also known as
- Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate
- Gypsum Powder
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Packaged in 25kg bags for convenient handling and transport.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- Chemical formula
- CaSO4·2H2O
- Molecular weight
- 172.17 g/mol
- Grade
- Industrial grade
- Appearance
- White to off-white powder
This product is gypsum in its dihydrate form, consisting mainly of calcium sulfate (CaSO4·2H2O). It exhibits properties such as good solubility in water, which contributes to its use in construction as a setting agent and soil stabilizer. When selecting gypsum, a buyer should consider the desired purity and granule size for specific applications. Although no detailed sourcing information is available, this grade is typically utilized for general construction and agricultural needs.
Delivery
GYPSUM in Kenya is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Construction materials — used in cement and drywall production
- Agricultural amendments — improves soil structure and reduces erosion
- Ceramics manufacturing — used in shaping and refining ceramic products
- Industrial filler — provides bulk and enhances the properties of various materials
- Paint production — serves as a filler and extender to improve texture
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Improves binding — enhances the strength of construction materials
- Supports soil health — increases moisture retention and reduces runoff
- Versatile application — suitable for various industries, including construction and agriculture
- Easy handling — powder form allows for straightforward mixing and application
- Cost-effective — economical solution for large-scale projects
Quality assurance
- Documentation, including a certificate of analysis and safety data sheet, can be issued with a consignment where required.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the chemical formula of GYPSUM in Kenya?
The chemical formula of GYPSUM in Kenya is CaSO4·2H2O, giving a molecular weight of 172.17 g/mol. The CAS number for this product is not currently listed; contact us if you need it confirmed for documentation.
What are the other names for GYPSUM in Kenya?
GYPSUM in Kenya is also referred to as Calcium Sulfate Dihydrate and Gypsum Powder. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of GYPSUM in Kenya is supplied?
GYPSUM in Kenya is supplied as Industrial grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does GYPSUM in Kenya look like?
GYPSUM in Kenya is described as white to off-white powder. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is GYPSUM in Kenya used for?
Common applications include construction materials — used in cement and drywall production, agricultural amendments — improves soil structure and reduces erosion, ceramics manufacturing — used in shaping and refining ceramic products, industrial filler — provides bulk and enhances the properties of various materials and paint production — serves as a filler and extender to improve texture. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use GYPSUM in Kenya?
GYPSUM in Kenya is supplied to the Agriculture & Agrochemicals and Construction & Admixtures sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is GYPSUM in Kenya available in?
GYPSUM in Kenya is supplied in Packaged in 25kg bags for convenient handling and transport. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
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