Synthetic gypsum is created as a by-product of industrial processing. It is composed of calcium sulfate dihydrate and has the same characteristics as natural gypsum, and is a high-quality and environmentally friendly product.
Synthetic gypsum is used interchangeably with natural gypsum in a number of applications. Examples of products that utilize synthetic gypsum include:
Manufacturing synthetic gypsum creates many positive economic and environmental benefits. Economically, manufacturing synthetic gypsum creates revenue from a product that otherwise incurred waste management costs. And by creating a valuable product from waste, material is kept out of landfills and environmental pollution is reduced. Furthermore, increased use of synthetic gypsum conserves natural gypsum and reduces the need to mine resources. Synthetic gypsum products even have benefits over natural gypsum products in terms of costs and environmental impacts.