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Bentonite Powder
Bentonite Powder
| Purity | 99% |
| Packaging Size | 50 kg |
| Grade | Industrial |
| Packaging Type | Bag |
| Color | White |
| State | Powdered |
| Brand | Zchem Polymers |
| Country of Origin | Made in India |
| Appearance | Fine, off-white to light grey powder |
| Moisture Content | 12% Max. |
| Fineness | 300 mesh |
| Oil Absorption | High - enhances bonding and plasticity |
| Water Absorption | High - up to 5x its volume |
| Type | Sodium-Based / Calcium-Based (as per requirement) |
| Molecular Weight | 422.29 g/mol |
Bentonite Powder
Bentonite Powder is a naturally occurring, highly versatile mineral clay, primarily composed of montmorillonite. Known for its exceptional absorption, swelling, and binding properties, bentonite clay powder is widely used in various industrial and commercial applications. It is available in both sodium bentonite and calcium bentonite forms, depending on specific use-case requirements.
This industrial-grade bentonite powder is processed under strict quality controls to ensure uniform particle size, high purity, and excellent performance. It is a free-flowing fine powder, typically off-white to grey in color, and blends well in both water-based and oil-based systems.
Key Features:
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Excellent swelling and absorption capacity
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Superior binding strength and gel-forming ability
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High montmorillonite content ensures performance consistency
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Acts as a natural thickener, suspension agent, and stabilizer
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High colloidal and plastic properties
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Non-toxic, eco-friendly, and safe for multiple applications
Applications:
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Foundry Industry: Used as a bonding agent in green sand molds for metal casting
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Drilling & Oilfield: Acts as a mud additive for viscosity and filtration control in drilling fluids
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Construction & Civil Engineering: Utilized in pile foundation, diaphragm walls, and waterproofing barriers
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Iron Ore Pelletizing: Works as a binder in the preparation of iron ore pellets
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Animal Feed: Serves as a feed binder and toxin binder in livestock nutrition
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Agriculture: Improves soil conditioning, moisture retention, and acts as a carrier for pesticides
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Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in face masks, body powders, and detoxifying skin treatments
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Pharmaceuticals: Serves as an inactive ingredient in formulations like antacids
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Detergents & Cleaners: Acts as a natural thickener and suspension aid
This high-quality bentonite powder is an economical and effective solution for industries seeking reliable performance in absorption, sealing, and binding functions. Its multi-purpose functionality makes it an essential mineral in numerous industrial processes.