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    Metadynamics: ATTAPULGITE Is A Naturally Mined Clay Composed of Magnesium - Aluminium Silicate

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    Attapulgite is a naturally mined clay composed of magnesium-aluminum silicate that is used in liquid fertilizers, cat litter, and absorbents. It has a chemical formula of (Mg2Al)2.Si4O10(OH).4H2O and physical properties including a gray color, specific gravity of 2.5, bulk density of 0.8, and oil absorption between 8.4-9%. It is typically packaged in 1000 kg tankers or 40 kg bags and users should take safety precautions like avoiding inhalation and ensuring ventilation.

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    Attapulgite is a naturally mined clay composed of magnesium-aluminum silicate that is used in liquid fertilizers, cat litter, and absorbents. It has a chemical formula of (Mg2Al)2.Si4O10(OH).4H2O and physical properties including a gray color, specific gravity of 2.5, bulk density of 0.8, and oil absorption between 8.4-9%. It is typically packaged in 1000 kg tankers or 40 kg bags and users should take safety precautions like avoiding inhalation and ensuring ventilation.

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    M E T A D Y N A M I C S

    108 Pebble Lane, Clayville ext. 14, Olifantsfontein, SA


    Te l : + 2 7 1 1 3 1 6 4 3 9 0 ( S A ) o r + 2 7 8 7 3 5 1 4 8 8 6 ( V O I P )
    Fax: +27 11 316 4395
    www.metadynamics.co.za

    ATTAPULGITE is a naturally mined clay composed of magnesium - aluminium silicate

    USES

    ATTAPULGITE is used in liquid fertiliser, cat litter, absorbents and in civil engineering.

    PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
    ATTAPULGITE clay is a hydrated magnesium aluminium silicate of the palygorskite mineral group.
    Its chemical formula is: (Mg2Al)2 . Si4O10(OH) . 4H2O
    PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

    Colour: grey
    SG: 2.5
    Bulk density: 0.8
    Oil absorption: 8.4 – 9 %
    Moisture content: <1 %
    Siev Grading (150 Micron): <5%
    pH: 9

    CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

    Chemical %
    SiO₂ 66.1
    Al₂O₃ 7.22
    CaO 5.36
    Fe₂O₃ 6.08
    MgO 14.19
    Na₂O 0.04
    K₂O 0.25
    LOI 14.7

    TYPICAL MINERALOGY

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
    Attapulgite palygorskite and smectite. Keep out of reach of children
    Avoid inhalation of powder and dust
    PACKAGING
    Ensure good ventilation during application & drying

    Tankers In case of skin contact, wash with soap and water


    1000 kg
    40 kg bags

    Metadynamics CC Reg. No. 2001/029046/23 MEMBERS: G.T. COULSON (MANAGING) R.V. COULSON (FINANCIAL)
    Last Update: August 2018

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