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Kieselguhr, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Kieselguhr is used in used as a filtration aid, mild abrasive in products including metal polishes and toothpaste, absorbent for liquids, matting agent for coatings, reinforcing filler in plastics and rubber, anti-block in plastic films, porous support for chemical catalysts, cat litter, activator in blood clotting studies, a stabilizing component of dynamite, and a thermal insulator.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | >1300°C (decomposition) |
Color | Cream to White |
Physical Form | Powder |
Quantity | 10 kg |
Solubility Information | Insoluble in water. |
IUPAC Name | silanedione |
Odor | Odorless |
Density | 2.0 g/mL |
Chemical Name or Material | Kieselguhr |
RUO – Research Use Only
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