China Clay
Al₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄
Premium-grade white kaolin supplied for fine porcelain, bone china, sanitaryware, and high-quality ceramic body applications.
Overview
China clay is the trade name for high-purity, high-brightness primary kaolin specifically processed for fine ceramics and porcelain manufacture. It delivers exceptional whiteness, low iron content, and controlled particle size distribution critical for fine china, bone china tableware, and sanitaryware body formulations. China clay from primary deposits offers superior brightness and purity compared to secondary kaolins.
Source Details
Source Name
China Clay Supply Network
Region / Country
Multi-Origin, UK / India / Brazil / Turkey
Dispatch Ports
Mundra, Santos, Izmir
Sourcing Note
Available in premium washed and ultra-fine grades. Supply structured by brightness, whiteness, and Fe₂O₃ specification.
Quality Parameters
| Parameter | Typical Range / Content |
|---|---|
| Al₂O₃ | 35–38% |
| SiO₂ | 46–50% |
| Fe₂O₃ | <0.5% (premium grade) |
| TiO₂ | <0.3% |
| Brightness (ISO) | 82–88%+ |
* Final chemistry, sizing, and commercial grade are supplied subject to confirmed assay, origin, and buyer application.
Applications
Fine Porcelain & Bone China
Primary body material in fine porcelain, bone china, and premium tableware.
Sanitaryware
Used in vitreous china and sanitary ware body formulations requiring high whiteness.
Technical Ceramics
Applied in high-specification ceramic components requiring purity and dimensional accuracy.
Industries Served
Technical Documentation
Access detailed technical specifications, safety data sheets (SDS), and certificate of analysis (COA) examples.
Commercial Details
Packaging Options
- 25 kg bags
- 50 kg bags
- 1 MT jumbo bags
Export Availability
Containerized export available for porcelain and ceramic buyers
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