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Kaopolite™ Kaolin KR
Kaopolite™ Kaolin KR is a naturally occurring hydrated aluminum silicate. Careful processing results in soft, fine particles suitable for use in a variety of personal care products. Kaopolite Kaolin KR has been specially designed for formulations where purity, bacteria control, and high whiteness are desired.
Add Kaopolite Kaolin KR to your face and body scrubs, masks, pressed powders, mascara, hair care products, and more today!
Applications
Face and body scrubs
Masks
Lotions/creams
Mascara
Hair care products
Pressed powders & liquid foundations
Typical Physical Properties
| Ingredients | Weight % |
| Whiteness (L value) | 95 |
| Moisture (max. %) | 1.0 |
| pH (20% solids) | 4.2-5.2 |
| Median Particle Size (microns) | 0.6 |
| Oil Absorption | 40 |
| Wet Screen Residue (% +325 mesh) | <0.03 |
| Index of Refraction | 1.56 |
| Specific Gravity | 2.58 |
| Bulking Value (lb/solid gallon) | 21.66 |
| Brightness (%) | 88 |
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Product Related Literature
Kaopolite™ KR Quality Mineral Products Enriching our Daily Life [287KB]
Kaopolite Kaolin KR meets the standards of USP 24, The United States Pharmocopeia.
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