Fullers Earth / Attapulgite from READE

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Fullers Earth / Attapulgite

Fullers Earth Synonyms:

Fullers earth, attapulgite
Fullers Earth Designations:

Chemical Name: Fullers earth / Attapulgite

Chemical Family: Magnesium Aluminum Silicate

Fullers Earth General Description:

A naturally mined clay that is considered a chemically inert material

Fullers Earth Nominal Chemistry Available:

a) 98.0%

b) The respirable silica content is between 0.1% and 3%. Avoid prolonged exposure.

Fullers Earth Typical Granulations Available:

a) Granules (5 x 20 mesh and 30 x 100 mesh)

b) Fine powder (Less than 10 microns)

Fullers Earth Nominal Physical Constants:

Dry Brightness	~ 24 - 30
Tap Density (lbs./ft³)	32 - 37
Specific Gravity	32 - 37
Specific Heat @25°C (cal/g-°C)
Melting Point (°C)
Boiling Point (°C)
Surface Area (m²/g)	2.5
Thermal Conductivity @20°C (cal/s-cm-°C)
Mohs Hardness @20°C
pH	7.5 - 8.5
Typical Color	Light tan

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Fullers Earth Typical Applications:

Used for many years to refine animal oil, vegetable oil, and mineral oil. A carrier for insecticides and fungicides. An effective absorbent for greases, oil, water and other chemicals. Used for litter and bedding for poultry, pets, etc. Also a soil conditioner for greenhouses and golf courses. A thickening and suspending agent.

Fullers Earth Packaging Options:

Bags, drums and bulk bags

Fullers Earth TSCA (SARA Title III) Status:

a) Yes. For further information please call the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency at 1.202.554.1404

b) This naturally occurring mineral contains a small amount of crystalline silica as quartz. (CAS # 14808-60-7)

Fullers Earth Chemical Abstract Service (CAS) Number:

8031-18-3

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Page Updated: 22 June 2005