Kaolin
Kaolin, also called China Clay, is a soft white clay that is an essential ingredient in the manufacture of china and porcelain and is widely used in the making of paper, rubber, paint, and many other products. It is used as extenders and additives in adhesives, coatings, inks, plastics, rubber and coatings.
- Synonyms
- Aluminum silica hydroxide, Aluminum Silicate Hydrous, China Clay, Hydrous Aluminum Silicate, Anhydrol
- Chemical Formula
- Al2(OH)4Si2O5
- CAS Number
- 1332-58-7
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 258.16 g/mol
- Melting Point
- 1750 °C
- Density
- 2.16–2.68 g/cc
- Forms
- Grey, Powder, White, Yellow, Odourless
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Printing & Inks
- Filler
- Coatings
- Absorbent
- Ceramics
- Adhesives and Sealants
- Opacifier
- Cosmetic products
- Paint and Coatings
- Rubber