Description

Mordenite is a naturally occurring zeolite mineral belonging to the pentasil family, characterized by its unique porous structure and high thermal stability. This material is valued for its exceptional ion-exchange capacity and selective adsorption properties, making it a critical component in separation and catalytic processes. It is essential for industries such as petrochemical refining, gas separation, and environmental remediation, where its molecular sieving capabilities provide significant operational advantages.

Application

• Catalytic Cracking & Hydrocracking: Used as a catalyst or catalyst support in petroleum refining to upgrade heavy fractions and improve fuel yields.
• Gas Separation & Drying: Employed as a molecular sieve for the selective adsorption and purification of gases like nitrogen, oxygen, and natural gas.
• Ion-Exchange Processes: Utilized in water softening, wastewater treatment, and nuclear waste management for the removal of heavy metal ions and radionuclides.
• Adsorbents & Desiccants: Acts as a highly effective desiccant and adsorbent for drying organic solvents and air streams.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a shape-selective catalyst in organic synthesis reactions, including alkylation and isomerization.
• Agriculture & Animal Feed: Used as a feed additive for its cation exchange properties to improve nutrient absorption and animal health.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mordenite
CAS No.	12173-98-7
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Zeolon; Mordenite Zeolite; Ptilolite; Pentasil Zeolite; Mordentie; HSZ-600 Series; Na-Mordenite; H-Mordenite
EINECS	235-349-7

Quality Control

Our Mordenite is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. Key parameters such as silica-to-alumina ratio, cation exchange capacity, and pore structure are rigorously controlled. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and performance specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic nature, this material must be stored in a cool, dry place with minimal exposure to atmospheric humidity. Ideal storage conditions are at room temperature (15-25°C) in a well-ventilated area. Opened containers should be resealed immediately under a dry atmosphere to prevent moisture uptake and maintain performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to Mordenite structure
SiO2/Al2O3 Ratio (Molar)	10 - 30 (Typical)
Na2O Content	< 1.0 %
Loss on Ignition (LOI)	< 10.0 %
Particle Size Distribution	Customizable
Surface Area (BET)	> 400 m²/g

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.