SMC - SHAKTI MINERALS AND CHEMICALS
Silica

SILICA

Silica is widely available abundantly in nature. It has natural crystalline structure and has excellent whiteness and brightness. It is inert to acids, alkalies and chemicals.

Silica is itself chemically known as Silica to contain in it.


Properties / Advantages


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 High Purity -  Stable, reproductive properties of end products.
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 Excellent Brightness - Neutral white tone, good hiding effect, consistent color of end product.
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 Low Moisture Absorption - Good molded surface, well suited for paints.
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 Low Iron Content - Low Yellowness Index.
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 Highly Inert - Inert to acids, alkalies & chemicals.


Application Scope


  • Used in wood finish, primers, undercoats, road marking paints, water based paints, solvent based paints, textured paints, distemper, chemical resistance coatings, floor coatings, etc
  • Used in plastics & construction chemicals.
  • Recommended for texture coatings and exterior finishes.
  • Silica is used in bulk in glass industry, ferro silicon, ferro alloys, welding rods, pottery and other industries.
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