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Montmorillonite
Montmorillonite is a naturally occurring clay mineral used in catalysis, drilling muds, and as a binder in industrial applications. It is a hydrous aluminum silicate with the molecular formula Al2H2O12Si4 and a molecular weight of 360.31 g/mol. CAS number 1318-93-0. Store at ambient temperatures. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Montmorillonite from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Montmorillonite is a naturally occurring clay mineral used in catalysis, drilling muds, and as a binder in industrial applications. It is a hydrous aluminum silicate with the molecular formula Al2H2O12Si4 and a molecular weight of 360.31 g/mol. CAS number 1318-93-0. Store at ambient temperatures. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Montmorillonite from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 1318-93-0 |
| Molecular Formula | Al2H2O12Si4 |
| Molecular Weight | 360.31 |
| SMILES | O.[O-2].[O-2].[O-2].O=[Si]=O.O=[Si]=O.O=[Si]=O.O=[Si]=O.[Al+3].[Al+3] |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 25084001 |
| Tariff Code | 2508400000 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is montmorillonite used for?
Montmorillonite is commonly used as a rheological modifier in drilling fluids, a binder in ceramics, and as an adsorbent in environmental applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of montmorillonite?
The formula is Al2H2O12Si4 with a molecular weight of 360.31 g/mol.
How should montmorillonite be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grade of montmorillonite does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies technical grade montmorillonite; specific grades may vary based on application needs.
Can Molekula supply montmorillonite in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply montmorillonite in bulk quantities—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of montmorillonite?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) upon request.
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