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Bleaching Earth

Name: Bleaching Earth - Amaris Chemicals Solutions
SKU: ACS42249CHEM0
Price: 5700.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Original price was: $6,500.00.Current price is: $5,700.00.

Bleaching earth is a vital industrial adsorbent that purifies oils, fats, and fuels by removing impurities, improving quality, and ensuring stability. Its effectiveness, versatility, and cost-efficiency make it indispensable in food processing, biofuels, petrochemicals, and environmental applications.

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SKU: ACS42249CHEM0 Categories: Hydraulic Fracturing Fluids, Animal Feed Additives, Catalysts, Excipients, Soil Conditioners Tags: amarischemicals, bleaaching earth, bleaching, oil, oil purification

Description

Bleaching Earth

Primary Uses of Bleaching Earth

Edible Oil Refining

Decolorization: Removes pigments (chlorophyll, carotenoids) from vegetable oils (soybean, palm, sunflower, etc.).
Removal of Oxidation Products: Adsorbs peroxides and secondary oxidation byproducts.
Reduction of Trace Metals: Binds heavy metals (iron, copper) that promote oil rancidity.

Mineral Oil & Petroleum Refining

Purification of Lubricating Oils: Removes impurities, color bodies, and residual catalysts.
Bleaching of Paraffin & Waxes: Clarifies waxes by adsorbing color and odor compounds.
Fuel Oil Treatment: Helps in reducing contaminants in diesel and other fuel oils.

Biodiesel Processing

Removal of Soaps & Phospholipids: Used in biodiesel refining to improve clarity and stability.

Used Oil Re-refining

Regeneration of Waste Lubricants: Cleans used motor oils by adsorbing sludge and oxidation products.

Secondary Uses of Bleaching Earth

Industrial & Chemical Processing

Purification of Fatty Acids: Used in stearic acid and oleic acid production.
Catalyst Carrier: Acts as a support material in certain chemical reactions.

Environmental Applications

Wastewater Treatment: Adsorbs oils, greases, and organic pollutants.
Spill Cleanup: Used in oil spill remediation due to its high absorbency.

Food & Beverage Industry

Clarification of Wines & Juices: Removes unwanted color and haze.
Animal Fat Processing: Used in lard and tallow refining.

Cosmetics & Pharmaceuticals

Bentonite Clay in Beauty Products: Used in face masks and skincare for oil absorption.
Pharmaceutical Adsorbent: Helps in purifying medicinal oils.

Other Miscellaneous Uses

Foundry & Metal Casting: As a binding agent in molding sands.
Pesticide & Fertilizer Carrier: Helps in slow-release formulations.

Additional information

AVAILABLE PACK SIZE	25kg( Metal or Plastic Jerrycan/ Bucket, Bag, Box, Polythene bag, Carton bag)
COUNTRIES OF ORIGIN	CHINA , GERMANY , INDIA

KEY ATTRIBUTES

1. Basic Identification Attributes

Chemical Name: Hydrated aluminum silicate (activated montmorillonite/bentonite clay)
CAS Number: 70131-50-9 (for activated bleaching earth)
HS Code: 2508.30.00 (Activated clays)
Molecular Formula: Variable (~Al₂O₃·4SiO₂·nH₂O + acid-activated sites)
Synonyms: Fuller’s earth, activated clay, decolorizing earth, adsorbent clay

2. Physical & Chemical Properties

Physical State: Fine powder or granules
Color & Odor: Off-white/tan/gray; odorless
Boiling Point: Decomposes at high temperatures (>300°C)
Melting Point: No true melting point (sinters at ~1200°C)
Density/Specific Gravity: 2.2–2.6 g/cm³
Solubility: Insoluble in water/organic solvents (forms colloidal suspension)
pH Level: 3–7 (acid-activated types), 7–10 (natural types)
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Flash Point: Non-flammable
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
Viscosity: N/A (powder)
Key Property: High surface area (100–300 m²/g) and adsorption capacity

3. Safety & Hazard Attributes

Hazard Class (GHS): Non-hazardous (may carry "dust irritant" warning)
NFPA Ratings: Health: 1 | Flammability: 0 | Reactivity: 0
Exposure Limits (OSHA PEL): 15 mg/m³ (total dust), 5 mg/m³ (respirable fraction)
Reactivity:
- Stable; incompatible with strong acids/oxidizers.
- May release adsorbed volatiles when heated.

4. Storage & Handling Attributes

Storage Conditions: Dry, cool, ventilated area; avoid moisture (hygroscopic)
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizers, oils (may reduce efficacy)
Container Type: Multi-wall paper bags, FIBCs (bulk bags), or sealed drums
Shelf Life: Indefinite if kept dry (activity may degrade if exposed to humidity)
Special Handling:
- Dust mask (NIOSH N95) to avoid inhalation.
- Gloves/eye protection to prevent irritation from dust.

5. Regulatory & Compliance Attributes

Regulatory Status:
- FDA: Approved for food-grade applications (21 CFR 184.1155 for bentonite).
- EPA: Exempt under FIFRA for non-pesticidal uses.
- EU REACH: Registered for industrial/edible oil processing.
Hazard Symbols: None (unless silica content >1% requires labeling).
Transportation Restrictions: Non-hazardous (no UN number).
Waste Disposal: Landfill permitted (inert material); may be regenerated by calcination.

6. Environmental & Health Impact

Ecotoxicity: Low toxicity; may physically smother aquatic life at high concentrations.
Persistence: Naturally occurring; persists but is non-toxic.
Carcinogenicity/Mutagenicity:
- Not classified by IARC/NTP.
- Contains trace crystalline silica (OSHA-regulated as dust).

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Respiratory Protection:Wear an N95 dust mask or half-face respirator in dusty environments.
Eye Protection:Use safety goggles to prevent eye irritation.
Skin Protection:Wear gloves (nitrile or latex) and long-sleeved clothing to minimize skin contact.
Foot Protection:Use closed-toe shoes or boots to avoid slips and spills.

Handling & Storage

Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated areaaway from moisture.
Keep containers tightly sealedto prevent dust dispersion.
Use proper lifting techniques(avoid manual handling of heavy bags).
Avoid creating dust clouds—use gentle pouring methods or mechanical handling.

Ventilation & Dust Control

Work in well-ventilated areasor use local exhaust ventilation.
Avoid dry sweeping—use wet cleaning methodsor industrial vacuums to control dust.

Spill & Leak Control

Small spills:Sweep up carefully or use a HEPA vacuum (avoid creating dust).
Large spills:Dampen with water to suppress dust before cleanup.
Dispose of waste according to local environmental regulations.

Inhalation (Dust Exposure)

Move to fresh air
If coughing or breathing difficulty occurs, seek medical attention.

Skin Contact

Wash affected area with soap and water.
If irritation persists, apply a moisturizing creamor seek medical advice.

Eye Contact

Flush eyes with clean waterfor at least 15 minutes, holding eyelids open.
If irritation continues, seek medical help.

Ingestion (Swallowing)

Rinse mouth with water.
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Seek medical advice if large amounts are ingested.

Bleaching earth is non-flammable and non-combustible, but dust clouds may pose an explosion hazard in high concentrations.

Extinguishing Media

Use water spray, foam, dry chemical powder, or CO₂if surrounding materials catch fire.

Firefighter Precautions

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)if in a dusty environment.
Avoid creating dust clouds that could ignite