What is Alumina Trihydrate?
Also referred to as aluminum hydroxide, ATH is a non-toxic white powder that can be found in bauxite ore. Its flame retardant properties make it an important industrial additive as ATH is able to limit the spread of fire.
Common Applications
Common Applications Through the use of ATH, we can attend to the demands of various industries:
- Plastics & Polymers: Used as a flame retardant and smoke suppressant in cables and molded parts.
- Paints & Coatings: Acts as an extender and improves fire resistance in coating sealants.
- Rubber Industry: Enhances fire performance and insulation properties in rubber compounds.
- Paper & Pulp: Used as a filler to improve brightness and opacity.
- Adhesives & Sealants: Provides greater stability in thermal resistance and enhances protection against combustion.
- Ceramics: Utilized in the manufacture of high-purity alumina ceramics.
- Pharmaceuticals: Used as an antacid and as an active base ingredient in some products.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| Purity | 99% min |
| Appearance | White Powder |
| Particle Size | Customizable based on need |
| Moisture Content | < 0.5% |
| Packaging | 25kg bags, 50kg bags, Jumbo bags |
