Calcium Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that is primarily used as a flux in metal smelting and as a raw material for the production of hydrofluoric acid. It is also used in the production of glass and ceramics.
- Metal Industry: Used as a flux in metal smelting processes.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Used as a source of fluorine for the production of hydrofluoric acid.
- Glass Manufacturing: Applied in the production of specialty glass and ceramics.
- Fluorescent Lamps: Used in the production of certain types of fluorescent lamps.
- Pharmaceuticals: Used in small quantities as a fluoride supplement.
