Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

American Colloid Company POLARGEL CA Sodium bentonite thickener

American Colloid POLARGEL CA is a high-performance sodium bentonite thickener from the POLARGEL series, engineered for superior rheology control and suspension stability in water-based systems. It delivers rapid hydration, excellent yield value, and consistent viscosity—ideal for paints, coatings, adhesives, and construction grouts. Trusted globally for reliability and batch-to-batch uniformity.
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Features Of American Colloid Company POLARGEL CA Sodium bentonite thickener

  1. High-yield, sodium-activated bentonite delivering exceptional rheological control and suspension stability in aqueous systems.

  2. Consistent batch-to-batch performance with stringent quality control per ASTM D5550 and ISO 21678 standards.

  3. Low-sodium formulation optimized for compatibility with electrolytes and multivalent cations in industrial formulations.

  4. Easy dispersion without pre-hydration or mechanical shearing—reduces processing time and energy consumption.

  5. Non-toxic, non-hazardous, and compliant with FDA 21 CFR §173.370 for food-contact incidental use applications.

Typical Applications Of American Colloid Company POLARGEL CA Sodium bentonite thickener

  1. Water-based paints and architectural coatings requiring sag resistance and anti-settling properties.

  2. Drilling fluids for geotechnical and environmental borehole stabilization under low-solids conditions.

  3. Foundry mold and core binders to enhance green strength and improve shakeout characteristics.

  4. Adhesives and construction sealants where controlled viscosity and thixotropic recovery are critical.

  5. Agrochemical suspensions (SC, SE) ensuring uniform active ingredient dispersion and shelf-life stability.

Specifications Of American Colloid Company POLARGEL CA Sodium bentonite thickener

Chemical TypeSodium bentonite (montmorillonite clay)
Product FormFree-flowing, off-white to light tan granular powder
AppearanceGranular, dust-reduced particles (typical size: 20–80 mesh)
Moisture Content≤8.0% (by weight, as received)
Loss on Ignition (LOI)10–14% (at 1000°C)
Colloidal Index (ASTM D2167)≥25 mL/2 g (in distilled water)
pH (1% slurry in DI water)8.5–10.0
Primary ApplicationsRheology modifier, suspending agent, and thixotropic thickener for water-based industrial systems


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