Bentonite Clay Desiccant Montmorillonite K-catalyst

Bentonite is a clay generated frequently from the alteration of volcanic ash, consisting predominantly of smectite minerals, usually montmorillonite. Other smectite group minerals include hectorite, saponite, beidelite and nontronite. Smectites are clay minerals, i.e. they consist of individual crystallites the majority of which are <2Aum in largest dimension.

The extent of hydration produces intercrystalline swelling. Depending on the nature of their genesis, bentonites contain a variety of accessory minerals in addition to montmorillonite. These minerals may include quartz, feldspar, calcite and gypsum. The presence of these minerals can impact the industrial value of a deposit, reducing or increasing its value depending on the application.

Synonyms: K-catalyst,Montmorillonite desiccant
Categories: Desiccant
Molecular Formula: AI2O3-4SiO2-nH20
Molecular Weight: 282
UN Code. : UN 3260 8/PG 3
CAS NO. : 1318-02-1
EINES NO. : 215-288-5
Package: 25KGS/BAG