Description

Sepiolite is a naturally occurring, fibrous clay mineral prized for its exceptional absorbency, high surface area, and rheological properties. This versatile material is critical for applications demanding superior liquid retention, thickening, and binding capabilities. Key industries that rely on Sepiolite include pet litter manufacturing, industrial absorbents, drilling fluids, and specialty construction materials.

Application

• Pet Litter and Animal Bedding: As a primary component due to its high absorbency and excellent odor control.
• Industrial and Hazardous Liquid Absorbents: Used in spill control kits, floor absorbents, and for cleaning up oils, coolants, and chemicals.
• Drilling Fluids (Muds): Acts as a viscosifier and rheology modifier in water-based drilling muds for oil and gas exploration.
• Carrier and Anti-Caking Agent: In agricultural formulations (pesticides, fertilizers) and industrial powders to prevent clumping and improve flow.
• Construction and Sealants: As a rheological additive in plasters, mortars, joint compounds, and sealants to improve workability and suspension.
• Catalyst and Polymer Support: Utilized as a low-cost, high-surface-area support material for catalysts and as a filler in polymer composites.
• Environmental Remediation: For filtering and adsorbing heavy metals and contaminants from wastewater.
• Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Applications: As an inert carrier or viscosity-increasing agent in certain formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sepiolite
CAS No.	61180-58-3
Molecular Formula	Mg4Si6O15(OH)2·6H2O
Molecular Weight	~ 780.00 g/mol (for ideal formula)
Synonyms	Meerschaum; Hydrated Magnesium Silicate; Sepiolite Clay; Attapulgite (related mineral); Magnesia Sepiolite; French Chalk (industrial grade); Sea Foam; Sepiolite Fiber; α-Sepiolite
EINECS	262-638-6

Quality Control

Our Sepiolite is sourced and processed to meet stringent quality parameters for various industrial grades. We implement rigorous in-process and batch testing to ensure consistency in key properties such as absorbency, viscosity, and particle size distribution. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications for the requested grade are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect the product's performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light grey fine powder
Identification (XRD)	Complies (Sepiolite pattern)
Loss on Drying (LOD)	< 12.0 %
pH (in water suspension)	7.0 - 9.5
Oil Absorption	Contact for details
Water Absorption	Contact for details
Particle Size (Typical)	Customizable (e.g., 90% < 75 µm)
Bulk Density	Contact for details

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