Cat Litter 

Bentonite has become a major component in the manufacturing of Cat Litter. Because of its unique water absorption and odor controlling characteristics, it is ideal for use in “clumping” types of Cat Litters.

Clumping Cat Litter has become widely accepted as an economical alternative to conventional non-clumping type Cat Litters. Because Bentonite forms clumps when wet, the clumps can easily be removed and disposed off. The remainder of the unused material stays intact and can continue to be used. Clumping cat box litters will last longer with less frequency of changing.

Oils/Food Markets 

Bentonite is utilized in the removal of impurities in oils where its adsorptive properties are crucial in the processing of edible oils and fats (Soya/palm/canola oil). In drinks such as beer, wine and mineral water, and in products like sugar or honey, Bentonite is used as a clarification agent.

Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics and Medical Markets

Bentonite is used as filler in pharmaceuticals, and due to its absorption/adsorption functions, it allows paste formation. Such applications include industrial protective creams, calamine lotion, wet compresses, and anti-irritants for eczema. In medicine, Bentonite is used as an antidote in heavy metal poisoning. Personal care products such as mud packs, sunburn paint, baby and face powders, and face creams may all contain Bentonite.

Detergents

Laundry detergents and liquid hand cleansers/soaps rely on the inclusion of Bentonite, in order to remove the impurities in solvents and to soften the fabrics.

Paints, Dyes and Polishes 

Due to its thixotropic properties, Bentonite and organoclays function as a thickening and/or suspension agent in varnishes, and in water and solvent paints. Its adsorption properties are appreciated for the finishing of indigo dying cloth, and in dyes (lacquers for paints & wallpapers).

Paper

Bentonite is crucial to paper making, where it is used in pitch control, i.e. absorption of wood resins that tend to obstruct the machines and to improve the efficiency of conversion of pulp into paper as well as to improve the quality of the paper. Bentonite also offers useful de-inking properties for paper recycling. In addition, acid-activated Bentonite is used as the active component in the manufacture of carbonless copy paper.

Clarifying Agent

Bentonite’s binding and absorbing properties render it an excellent clarifying agent for liquids including wine, water, juice, cooking oil, beer and honey. When added to these liquids, Bentonite absorbs and coagulates with impurities such as proteins, solids and tannins so they can be easily filtered and removed.