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

Imerys Opacilite Calcined Kaolin

Imerys Opacilite® Calcined Kaolin is a high-brightness, ultrafine white mineral pigment engineered for superior opacity and ink holdout in premium coated papers and board. Part of Imerys’ Opacilite® series, this calcined kaolin delivers exceptional light scattering, smooth coating rheology, and enhanced print quality—ideal for high-speed gravure and offset printing applications demanding consistency and whiteness.
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Features Of Imerys Opacilite Calcined Kaolin

  1. Highly optimized particle size distribution for superior optical performance in coatings and plastics.

  2. Enhanced brightness and whiteness due to controlled calcination process and low iron content.

  3. Improved opacity and hiding power compared to raw kaolin, reducing pigment load requirements.

  4. Excellent dispersibility in aqueous and solvent-based systems, supporting high-solids formulations.

  5. Consistent batch-to-batch quality ensured by Imerys’ proprietary mineral processing and quality control.

Typical Applications Of Imerys Opacilite Calcined Kaolin

  1. Architectural and industrial waterborne coatings for improved dry-hide and scrub resistance.

  2. Pigmented plastic compounds—especially PVC, polyolefins, and engineering thermoplastics.

  3. Specialty paper coatings requiring high brightness, smoothness, and ink receptivity.

  4. Adhesives and sealants where inert filler functionality and rheology control are critical.

  5. Nonwovens and fiberfill applications demanding low abrasivity and thermal stability.

Specifications Of Imerys Opacilite Calcined Kaolin

Chemical TypeCalcined kaolinite (Al₂Si₂O₇)
Product FormFine white powder
AppearanceWhite, free-flowing powder
Brightness (ISO 2470-1)92–94%
Particle Size (D₅₀)0.7–0.9 µm
LOI (Loss on Ignition, 1000°C)≤ 0.5%
pH (10% slurry)6.5–7.5
Moisture Content≤ 0.5%


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