Rethinking Precipitated Calcium Carbonate

Introducing bioPCC – A Sustainable, High-Performance Alternative

Calcium carbonate is a ubiquitous mineral found in countless products, from personal care items to construction materials. But the traditional methods of producing this essential compound have significant environmental drawbacks.

That’s why Minus Materials has developed bioPCC – a biologically-derived form of precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC) that offers a more sustainable solution.

Co2 Negative     Biogenic and renewable    No mining or crushing

Harnessing the Power of Nature

Our bioPCC is produced using microalgae called coccolithophores – prolific calcifiers that naturally precipitate calcium carbonate as part of their life cycle. By leveraging this biological process, we’re able to create a biological PCC with a unique nano-structured morphology that delivers superior performance compared to conventional, chemically-produced PCC.

Unlocking New Possibilities Across Industries

The distinctive properties of our bioPCC — from small particle size, high surface area and purity, along with a repeatable morphology — open up a world of possibilities for multiple product formulations and applications.

Human and Animal Nutrient Calcium

Personal Care Products

Paper and Board

Composites, Adhesives and Sealants

Paints and Coatings

Supplementary Cementitious Material

A Greener Approach
to an Essential Mineral

By reducing reliance on extractive quarrying, our bioPCC production process helps preserve geological limestone, one of nature’s most effective carbon sinks. This not only reduces the environmental impact but also unlocks new opportunities to decarbonize industries that rely heavily on calcium carbonate, especially PCC.