Calcium Sulphate Dihydrate

Used as portland-cement retarder, tile and plaster. It is a source of sulfur and sulfuric acid. Also used in polishing powder and paints, dyeing and calico printing. It is likewise employed in zinc metallurgy. It is employed in drying industrial gases, solids and many organic liquids. In granulated form it is used as soil conditioner. Used for food additives in the soy manufacturing industry.