clinoptilolite (natural zeolite)

Clinoptilolite (natural zeolite)

Mineralogical composition : Ca - K - Na - hydrated alumino silicate

Process
Clinoptilolite (Natural Zeolite) a naturally occurring volcanic mineral, is a hydrated alummino-allicate with infinite three-dimensional frameworks of silicon-oxygen (SiO4) tetrahedra. Industrial process involves crushing, sieving and drying of the mineral.

Chemical characteristics (typical)

SiO2	68.26
Al2O3	12.30
Fe2O3	0.08
CaO	4.34
MgO	1.05
K2O	0.94
Na2O	0.26

Analytical methods
Mineralogical analysis (XRD)
          Clinoptilolite min. 75 %
          (Calcium-Potassium-Sodium type, Si/Al 5.4) with minor feldspar
          (5 %) and montmorillonite (4 %)

Ammonium Ion Exchange Capacity
130-150 meq/100 g
Pore volume : 0.34 cm³/cm³

Physical properties (typical)

Specific density	2.16 kg/dm³
Bulk density	0.85 - 1.1 kg/dm³
Hardness	3.5 - 4 (Mohs scale)
Alkaly stability	7 - 11 pH
Acid stability	2 - 7 pH
Moisture content	7 % + 2 %
Absorbing gases	NH3, H2S
Colour	Greenish, Ivory

avoid dust formation

no special precautions

Specific advantages
* increases the flowability of feeds.
* has the ability to retain NH4+ and ammonia gas in the digestive system
* allows better performance of the intestinal microflora
* eliminates the NH3 odor and contributes to a healthier environment for animals and humans
* improves faeces consistency and reduces diarrhoea
* binds mycotoxins and aflatoxins in the feed and the digestive system.