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| Url | https://www.xatico.com/products/sepiolite/ |
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| MetaTitle | Sepiolite - Wholesaler - Xatico - Industrial mineral fillers |
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| MetaDescription | Sepiolite. Wholesaler. Xatico specializes in the sale and distribution of performance mineral fillers for the industry |
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# Sepiolite

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Sepiolite is a natural sedimentary clay mineral with unique chemical and mineral characteristics.

Unlike other clays that have plate-like particle structures, sepiolite particles have a needle-like morphology.

Chemically, sepiolite is a hydrated magnesium silicate.

	
**Characteristics :**

- Non-swelling
- Lightweight
- High specific surface area
- Hydrophilic nature (due to the high density of silanol)
- Low cation exchange capacity (CEC)
- High porosity
- Remarkable adsorption and absorbion capabilities. It can absorb vapors, odors, and approximately its own weight of water and other liquids
- The granules of sepiolite do not disintegrate even when saturated with liquids
- Act as a good suspension agent
- Sepiolite-based rheological additive provide viscous fluids with thixotropic behavior when dispersed in water or other liquid systems

**Applications :**

- Moisture control agent
- Industrial spill absorbent
- Waste treatment absorbent for toxic and hazardous wastes
- Chemical transportation aid
- Additive in animal feed
- Used as cat litter
- Construction: Sepiolite enhances thixotropy, preventing sagging and improving the quality of finishes in mortars, plasters, and concrete.
- Filler in polymers and elastomers: to improve stability, mechanical properties, and thermal resistance.
- Used in fertilizers: to enhance stability and suspension of fluid fertilizers during spraying or fertigation applications.

## Relevant industries

- [Agriculture](/products/?industry=36927)
- [Ceramics](/products/?industry=36920)
- [Detergents](/products/?industry=36918)
- [Food-Feed](/products/?industry=36926)
- [Paints & Varnishes](/products/?industry=36915)
- [Plastics](/products/?industry=36914)
- [Rubber](/products/?industry=36913)

## Why Xatico?

With more than 20 years of experience in the industry, Xatico operates as a specialized **wholesaler** and **distributor** of industrial mineral fillers in Europe.

- **High technical expertise**  
 in the field of industrial mineral fillers
- **Numerous industrial sectors**  
 Large and small companies throughout Europe
- **Proactive support**  
 From product development to production
- **Customer-oriented service**  
 Efficient logistics and fast delivery throughout Europe

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