Kaolin Clay

Type: Powder, Lumps, Noodles

Size: Powder: Finely ground for applications requiring smooth texture and high dispersion.
Lumps: Coarser form, often used in ceramic production and other applications where grinding is performed on-site.
Noodles: Semi-dried, noodle-like shapes that are easy to handle and transport, commonly used in refractory applications.

Description

Chemical Composition

  • Chemical Formula: Al₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄
  • Molecular Weight: 258.2 g/mol
  • Density: 2.16–2.60 g/cm³
  • Hardness: 2.5–3 on the Mohs scale
  • Melting Point: Decomposes at 1,730°C
  • Solubility: Insoluble in water

Industrial Application

  • Ceramic Industry
  • Sanitaryware
  • Paper Industry
  • Paints and Coatings
  • Rubber Industry
  • Cosmetics