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Bentonite

Bentonite

  • Origin: Singapore
  • CAS Number: 1302-78-9
  • HS Code: 250810000
IUPAC Name
bentonite (smectite group)
Molecular Formula
(Na,Ca)0.3(Al,Mg)2Si4O10(OH)2·(H2O)
Molecular Weight (g/mol)
289.0000
Synonyms & Trade Names
Bentonite; Montmorillonite; Wilkinite; Soap clay
Purity / Assay (%)
Active ingredient variable
Grade / Quality Level
Technical Grade

Technical Document

Brief Overview
Bentonite is an absorbent aluminium phyllosilicate consisting mainly of montmorillonite. There are different types of bentonite such as potassium (K), sodium (Na), calcium (Ca), and aluminum (Al).
Manufacturing Process
Bentonite is manufactured by ore mining, sodium activation, drying, and milling.