Specification of Vermiculite - Exfoliated
C.A.S No.	: 1318-00-9
Chemical formula	: (MgFe,Al)3(Al,Si)4O10(OH)2·4H2O
Melting point or range.	:1350+C° (Collapse and coalescence of the individual  flakes begin at this temperature.)
Specific Gravity	:  2.5
Solubility in Water	:  <1%
Appearance and odor	:  tan/brown with no odor
SiO2	: 38.03%
Fe2O3	: 16.73%
Al2O3	: 14.56%
Cao	: 2.62%
Mgo	: 14.73%
Tio2	: 1.48%
Na2O	: 0.05%
LOI	: 11.8%
Asbestos Content	: NIL
Applications
·         moulded shapes, bonded with sodium silicate for use in:
o    high-temperature insulation
o    refractory insulation
o    fireproofing of structural steel and pipes
·         soil conditioner
·         as loose-fill insulation
·         packing material, valued for its high absorbency
·         suitable as a substrate for various animals and/or incubation of eggs
·         lightweight aggregate for plaster, proprietary concrete compounds, firestop mortar and           cementitious spray fireproofing
·         as an additive to fireproof wallboard
·         component of the interior fill for firestop pillows, along with graphite
·         carrier for dry handling and slow release of agricultural chemicals
·         soil additive for plants, together with prelite for potted plants
THIS INFORMATION IS BASED ON OUR PRESENT STATE OF KNOWLEDGE AND IS INTENDED TO DESCRIBE OUR PRODUCT FROM THE POINT OF VIEW OF TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION. IT SHOULD NOT, THEREFORE, BE CONSTRUED AS GUARANTEE SPECIFIC PROPERTIES.