Diatomaceous Earth Powder
Approx. Rs 1 / Kg
- Packaging Size: 25-50 kg
- Packaging Type: Bag,Drum
- Color: Creamish White
- Physical State: Powder
- Country of Origin: Made in India
- Purity: 100%
- Shelf Life: 1-2 year
- Bulk Density: 0.3 to 0.6 gm/cc
Diatomaceous Earth Powder also known as diatomite or kieselgur, is a naturally occurring, soft, siliceous sedimentary rock that is easily crumbled into a fine white to off-white powder. It is a white to off white powder which is used in various industries (.) Caltron's CALTOMAC CLAY is processed and beneficiated to enable its usage for various industries (.)
Chemical Analysis of Alankar : Diatomaceous earthOther Details:ELEMENTS | SYMBOL | OBSERVATION |
Silica | SiO2 | 72 to 82% |
Ferric Oxide | Fe2O3 | 0.5 to 1.5% |
Alumina | Al2O3 | 6 to 8% |
Calcium Oxide | CaO | 0.5 to 1.5% |
Sodium Oxide | Na2O | 0.5 to 1.5 % |
Titanium Oxide | TiO2 | 0.3 to 0.5 % |
Loss on Ignition | LOI | 6 to 10 % |
Uses of Diatomaceous - Paints
- Rubber
- Ceramic Industries
- Plastic
- Mosaic Tiles
- Paper Insulation
- Fertilizer
- Pigment and Synthetic Pigment
- Pest control
- Use in agriculture
- As an Anticaking Agent