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Imerys Performance Minerals provides customers with tailor-made solutions in a highly technical field, based on the processing of calcium carbonates, kaolins, calcined kaolins, feldspar, mica and ball clays. The development of partnerships with customers is essential within the value-added markets of performance minerals comprising plastics, rubber, coatings, adhesives, caulks and sealants, health, beauty & nutrition and building & construction materials.

Review of NanoMaterials08
NanoMaterials08 was attended by over 400 delegates from all over Europe to discuss innovations and forge new connections in the field of nanomaterials. With leading figures from the markets of personal and health care, electronics, plastics, polymers, composites, coatings and inks, the focus was squarely on bringing nanomaterials to markets.

Introducing BARRISURF™
IMERYS has developed 2 new barrier kaolins. These hyper-platy, nano-dimensional thickness kaolins create a tortuous coating structure that inherently resists penetration.

Toll Processing
Take advantage of a powerful combination of particle processing techniques, testing and
market knowledge. Our designated facility offers the possibility to manufacture your pilot trial sample, or product, in quantities from kilos to tonnes.

Mica for Coatings
Imerys European Performance Minerals, highlight the mica range of products specifically for coatings. Imerys muscovite mica is used in a variety of paint applications, typically at 2-10 wt% addition.