Dioctahedral smectite

CAS: 1318-93-0

Ref. 3D-FD29516

Product Information

• Name: Dioctahedral smectite
• Synonyms: Montmorillonite K10
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Dioctahedral smectite is a type of clay that has a layered structure. It is used in wastewater treatment and has been shown to have inhibitory properties against many organisms, including bacteria, viruses, and insects. It can be used as a polymer additive to increase the resistance of chitosan polymers to water vapor and thermal expansion. The use of this clay as an additive may also reduce the cost of production, since it is more economical than other types of clays. The x-ray diffraction data for this clay shows that it contains potassium dichromate crystals and potassium ions. Dioctahedral smectite has been shown to have cardiac effects on laboratory animals, which may be due to its high resistance to water vapor and thermal expansion. This clay can also be analyzed using an analytical method such as x-ray diffraction or surface methodology techniques.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 282.21 g/mol
• Formula: Al₂O₉Si₃
• Color/Form: White Powder