Black Jawi

Black Jawi

Primary Uses

1. Agriculture

• Mixed into soil to enhance drainage and prevent compaction in clay-heavy soils.
• Applied as a top dressing for lawns and turf to improve mineral uptake.
• Used in hydroponic systems as a sterile, inert growing medium.
• Blended with compost to increase trace mineral content for organic farming.
• Spread in livestock pens as a natural odor absorber and footing material.

2. Construction

• Added to concrete mixes to improve thermal mass and insulation properties.
• Used in lightweight construction blocks for sustainable building projects.
• Incorporated into stucco and plaster for textured, crack-resistant finishes.
• Applied as a non-slip additive in floor coatings and epoxy resins.
• Used in road construction as a traction aid in icy conditions.

3. Therapeutic/Wellness

• Filled into weighted blankets for deep pressure therapy applications.
• Used in hot stone massage therapy as heat-retentive massage tools.
• Added to detoxifying foot baths and spa treatments.
• Incorporated into yoga mats for grounding and stability.

4. Industrial

• Used in foundries as a mold-making material for metal casting.
• Applied in abrasive blasting for gentle surface preparation.
• Used as a filtration medium in water treatment systems.
• Incorporated into fireproofing materials due to heat resistance.

Secondary Uses

1. Landscaping

• Used in zen gardens and decorative rock arrangements.
• Applied as a natural weed barrier in garden pathways.
• Mixed with cement to create decorative stepping stones.

2. Art and Craft

• Used as a natural pigment in paints and dyes.
• Incorporated into pottery glazes for unique textures.
• Applied in resin art for dimensional effects.

3. Pet Care

• Used in reptile terrariums as a natural substrate.
• Added to chicken coops as a dust bath material.
• Spread in horse arenas for improved footing.