Appearance
White powder
Function
Kaolin is the most extensively used additive in the manufacturing of paper, primarily as a filler and coating. Kaolin has a wide range of application is the ceramic industry, and is commonly used in whiteware products, insulators, and refractories. Kaolin is an ideal additive to rubber due to its "booklet" particle structure which adds strength and stiffness to the product through enhanced stress transfer. Kaolin serves an important function in the cement industry as highly calcinated, pulverized kaolin adds compressive strength, flexural strength and water permeability to cement. Kaolin's application in the adhesives industry is based almost entirely on the ability to control its rheology.
Synonyms
Kaolin Electros NF FDA; Aluminum Silicate (Hydrated); Bolus Alba; China Clay; Porcelain Clay; White Bole; Unilin K
Storage
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Packages
- 55 lb. Bag
- 110 lb. Fiber Drum
- 1 lb. Bulk
Industry
- Industrial
Product Class
- Minerals
Other
- Origin: Synthetic
- Shelf life: 1 1/2 years from mfg. date
- Freight Classification: NON REGULATED CHEMICALS NOI CLASS 55
- Kosher Status: Not Kosher
- Flash Point: N/A
- Melting Point: 1750 øC
- API: NO
- Allergen: NO
- Hazmat: YES
- Molecular Weight: 258.16 g/mol