Ceramics
Feldspar supports melting and processing characteristics in ceramic bodies; china clay improves plasticity, strength and finish; quartz and silica contribute thermal stability; talc improves quality and workability.
Industries & applications
Minerals for ceramics, paints, plastics, glass, paper and more
Each mineral is suited to particular formulations. Use this overview to find the minerals typically considered for your industry.
At a glance
Industry & mineral overview
The exact suitability of a mineral depends on your formulation, manufacturing process and technical specification. Share the application and our team will take the conversation forward.
| Industry | Calcite Powder | Dolomite Powder | China Clay Powder | Quartz & Silica | Feldspar Powder | Talc Powder |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ceramics | ||||||
| Paints & Coatings | — | |||||
| Plastics & Polymers | — | — | ||||
| Glass | — | — | ||||
| Paper | — | — | — | |||
| Rubber | — | — | — | |||
| Construction Materials & Chemicals | — | — | — | |||
| Refractories | — | — | — | — | ||
| Foundry & Metallurgy | — | — | — | — | ||
| Adhesives & Sealants | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Agriculture | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Filtration & Fillers | — | — | — | — | — |
Applications by industry
Where our minerals are used
Paints & Coatings
Mineral powders used as functional fillers to enhance opacity, texture, finish and performance characteristics.
Plastics & Polymers
Including masterbatch and PVC. Coated calcite can be considered where surface treatment is part of the formulation; talc improves processing, dimensional stability and surface finish.
Glass
Quartz and silica are key raw materials for glass; feldspar contributes alumina and alkali content where the material specification is suitable.
Paper
China clay helps improve brightness, smoothness and printability; talc is valued for its whiteness and smoothness.
Rubber
Mineral powders that add desired properties in rubber applications, selected by grade and particle size.
Construction Materials & Chemicals
Used in construction materials and construction chemicals where composition, purity and particle size suit the formulation.
Refractories
Quartz and silica are used in refractory products for their high melting point and thermal stability; dolomite for selected refractory applications.
Foundry & Metallurgy
Quartz and silica are used in foundry sands and metal casting for their high refractoriness and strength; dolomite for steel-related applications.
Adhesives & Sealants
China clay is used in adhesives, sealants and other industrial formulations.
Agriculture
Dolomite powder is used in agriculture, depending on the specific application requirements.
Filtration & Fillers
Quartz and silica are also used in filtration, fillers and various industrial formulations.
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