Gypsum
Gypsum is a by-product available from Phosphoric Acid plant and used in the production of Ammonium Sulphate. GSFC has been first in the country to successfully develop and implement Phospho-Gypsum process for manufacturing of Ammonium Sulphate.
This product is available in a fine mesh powder form from Phosphoric Acid plant and is mainly used in agriculture as soil amendment.
Specifications
| CaSO4, 2H20 | 94.21 % (Dry basis) |
| T - P2O5 | 0.70 % |
| Water-soluble P2O5 | 0.28 % |
| Acid-insoluble | 3.58 % |
Applications
For Agricultural use
It works as an agent to remove Saline/Alkaline ingredients in the soil. It acts more or less like manure.
For industrial use
It is used to manufacture Gypsum boards.
It is used in manufacturing lime and in cement industry.
It is also used in manufacturing Plaster of Paris.
Packaging
Available in 50 kg bags and in loose powder form on "as is where is" basis.
Gypsum+ Granules
Ca: 16.5% (max.), S: 13% (min.) enriched with Mg (0.15% min.), Zn (0.20% min.), B (0.12% min.) & P2O5 (0.25% min.)
- Enriched with micronutrients (Ca,Mg, Zn, S, B, P2O5 )
- Improves soil structure
- Helps reclaim sodic soils
- Improves crop quality& yield
- Can be easily broadcasted and applied at any stage of the crop
Available in 25 kg bags
Dosage
100-500 kg/Hectare based on nature of soil & nutrient requirements.
