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Sepiolite
(additive E-562)
- Mineralogical
composition Hydrated magnesium silicate
- Mineralogical analysis
(XRD)
| Sepiolite |
min.
60% |
| Montmorillonite |
max.
30% |
| Free
of asbestos |
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- Chemical characteristics
(typical)
| pH |
8.5 |
| Cation
exchange capacity (CEC) |
10-15
meq/100 g |
| Total
ashes |
80% |
| Ash
insoluble in HCl |
60% |
- Physical properties (typical)
| Moisture
content |
8
± 3% |
| Apparent
density |
0.60 – 0.66 kg/dm³ |
| Water
absorption capacity |
135 - 200% |
| Hardness
Mohs |
<
2.5 |
- Handling
/ storage / toxicity
| Handling |
avoid
dust formation |
| Storage |
avoid
wet condition |
| Toxicity |
non
toxic inert material |
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Specific
advantages
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Sepiolite
can be employed in all feedingstuffs and all species
or
categories of animals. |
| Technological
advantages: |
Fluidifying
agent (anti-caking properties)
Excellent pelleting aid
In premixes, excellent carrier for vitamins and
minerals
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| Nutritional
advantages : |
Positive
incidence on animal performances
Reduces digestive disorders. |
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