K1512

Kaolin

meets USP testing specifications

• Synonym(s): China clay, Aluminum silicate hydroxide, Bolus, Hydrated aluminum silicate
• Linear Formula: ~Al₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄
• CAS Number: 1332-58-7
• EC Number: 310-194-1
• MDL number: MFCD00062311
• UNSPSC Code: 11111803
• NACRES: NA.25
• form: solid

Properties

• Agency: USP/NF; meets USP testing specifications
• Quality Level: 200
• form: solid
• application(s): pharmaceutical (small molecule)
• SMILES string: [Si](=O)(O[Si](=O)O[Al]=O)O[Al]=O.O.O
• InChI: 1S/2Al.O5Si2.2H2O.2O/c;;1-6(2)5-7(3)4;;;;/h;;;2*1H2;;/q2*+1;-2;;;;
• InChI key: NLYAJNPCOHFWQQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Description

Application

• A kaolin/calcium incorporated shape memory and antimicrobial chitosan-dextran based cryogel as an efficient haemostatic dressing for uncontrolled hemorrhagic wounds: Explores the use of kaolin in creating an innovative cryogel that offers improved haemostatic performance, crucial for managing severe bleeding in clinical settings (Andrabi and Kumar, 2023).


• Properties of hydric and biodegradability of cassava starch-based bioplastics reinforced with thermally modified kaolin: Examines the enhancement of bioplastic properties through the incorporation of kaolin, aiming to improve water resistance and biodegradability, which is significant for environmental sustainability (Meite et al., 2021).

Safety Information

• Storage Class Code: 11 - Combustible Solids
• WGK: nwg
• Flash Point(F): Not applicable
• Flash Point(C): Not applicable
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves