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American Colloid Company POLARGEL Sodium bentonite thickener

American Colloid POLARGEL Sodium Bentonite Thickener is a high-purity, sodium-activated bentonite clay engineered for superior rheology control in water-based systems. It delivers rapid hydration, exceptional suspension stability, and thixotropic viscosity without clumping. Widely used in drilling fluids, grouts, and industrial coatings. Non-toxic, NSF/ANSI 60 certified, and compatible with diverse additives. Offers consistent performance across pH and temperature ranges.
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Features Of American Colloid Company POLARGEL Sodium bentonite thickener

  1. High-yield sodium bentonite with exceptional swelling capacity in water.

  2. Provides excellent suspension stability and rheology control in aqueous systems.

  3. Consistent batch-to-batch performance due to proprietary purification and activation process.

  4. Non-toxic, environmentally compatible, and compliant with FDA 21 CFR §173.700 for certain food-contact applications.

  5. Low soluble salt content minimizes interference with sensitive formulations.

Typical Applications Of American Colloid Company POLARGEL Sodium bentonite thickener

  1. Water-based paints and coatings for viscosity build and anti-settling performance.

  2. Drilling fluids in oil & gas and geotechnical exploration.

  3. Foundry sand binders for green strength and mold integrity.

  4. Personal care gels and pharmaceutical suspensions requiring gentle, natural thickeners.

  5. Sealants, grouts, and soil stabilization slurries.

Specifications Of American Colloid Company POLARGEL Sodium bentonite thickener

Chemical TypeSodium montmorillonite clay (natural sodium bentonite)
Product FormFine, free-flowing white to light tan powder
AppearanceOdorless, non-gritty powder with uniform particle size distribution
Primary ApplicationsRheology modifier, suspending agent, binder, and sealing agent in aqueous systems
Key FeaturesHigh gel strength, rapid hydration, excellent thixotropy, low conductivity sensitivity
BenefitsReduces formulation complexity, enhances shelf-life stability, improves pumpability and application consistency
pH Range (1% dispersion)8.5 – 10.5
Moisture Content (max)10.0% w/w


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