Bentonite

What is Bentonite?

A natural clay predominantly composed of montmorillonite with high water absorption and swelling properties; used in foundry sand, drilling fluids, waterproofing and selected industrial binding processes. Bentonite (bentonite clay), formed by the chemical weathering of volcanic ash, is a fundamental raw material in many industries for its plasticity and binding properties.

Bentonite raw material

What is Bentonite Used For and in Which Industries?

The unique physical and chemical properties of bentonite make it a strategic raw material in a wide variety of industries:

Ceramic Industry

Bentonite added to ceramic bodies significantly increases plasticity and dry strength. It is also used as a suspending agent in glazes, preventing the glaze from settling and ensuring more homogeneous adhesion to the surface.

Pet Hygiene (Bentonite Cat Litter)

It is the main component in cat litter production thanks to its ability to quickly trap liquids and form clumps. Bentonite cat litter offers high odour containment while providing hygienic and practical use after being de-dusted through our laboratory-controlled processes.

Foundry and Metallurgy

With its high binding properties, it provides structural strength in foundry sand mixtures and iron ore pelletising.

Construction and Engineering (Waterproofing)

When in contact with water, it swells to form an impermeable barrier. This property makes it a preferred insulation material in dams, ponds and building foundations.

Drilling Industry

It helps control the viscosity of drilling fluids to stabilise borehole walls and carry cuttings to the surface.

Agriculture and Animal Husbandry

Offered in special formulations for soil improvement to increase water retention capacity and as a toxin binder in animal feeds.

The Zafer Mining Difference: Why Work With Us?

The principles of "expertise" and "reliability" at the core of our brand vision are felt at every stage of our bentonite supply processes:

Engineering-Based Approach

Our production processes are based not only on extraction, but on engineering solutions that optimise the technical performance of the raw material.

Strong Laboratory Analysis

Every batch of product produced undergoes physical and chemical testing in our own facilities, guaranteeing high quality continuity.

Corporate Assurance

We work in a solution-oriented manner with rapid response and clear communication to customer demands.

Customer Focus

We develop customised raw material formulations according to the specifications needed to increase the operational efficiency of our business partners.

Bentonite Clay Prices and Contact

Bentonite clay prices are determined based on the product's technical properties and the specific processes applied for the intended use. With our customer-focused approach, you can contact our expert team for technical solutions that will add value to your processes and current pricing.