{"title":"Bentonite","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBentonite – What exactly is it?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBentonite is a clay mineral or, more precisely, a mixture of various minerals. This rock owes its name to the first place where it was found, namely Fort Benton in Montana, USA. One of its main components is montmorillonite. It was formed through the weathering of volcanic ash.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIts special properties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBentonite is a highly unusual mineral mixture due to its properties. Its main component, montmorillonite, has a particularly high capacity for water absorption and swelling. Its surface area is significantly greater than that of conventional clay. This large, negatively charged surface area ensures that it is particularly effective at absorbing pollutants. A single gram of bentonite has an incredible surface area of 400 to 600 m². \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen bentonite is stirred into a glass of water, it remains liquid whilst being stirred. As soon as you stop stirring, it immediately solidifies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow bentonite works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBentonite’s enormous surface area is negatively charged and therefore attracts positively charged ions like a magnet. Pollutants are bound in this way. This is why its range of applications is so wide. In the following section, we’ll tell you more about the various ways in which bentonite is used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePossible applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThanks to the unique properties of bentonite, there are countless possible applications. We’ve summarised the most important ones for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the construction industry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt plays a particularly significant role in the construction industry. Thanks to its properties, it can be used as a binding agent. It has also proven its worth as a sealing agent and is frequently used in this capacity. Due to its high water absorption capacity, it is often used in this context to control moisture levels. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn environmental applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe special properties of bentonite are particularly beneficial to the environment. As it absorbs pollutants, it is mainly used in areas such as wastewater treatment. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is also frequently used to line ponds and lakes, as it not only prevents seepage but also absorbs toxins in these environments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn agriculture, the material is used to improve the soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the food industry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBentonite is also frequently encountered in the food industry. On the one hand, its ability to absorb large quantities of liquid is utilised. This helps to reduce excess liquids.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is also used in wine and beer production. It acts as a clarifying agent, thereby improving the final product. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn personal care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBentonite is particularly relevant in the field of personal care and cosmetics. As it has the ability to attract toxins almost magnetically, it is ideal for use in face masks or body wraps. It has a positive effect in combating blemishes. However, it can have a drying effect in this context, so proper skincare is important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere does bentonite come from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBentonite is formed through the weathering of volcanic ash. It is therefore mainly extracted in areas where there is volcanic activity. It was first discovered in Fort Benton in the US state of Montana. It is still mined in this area today, as well as in the states of Wyoming and Utah.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOther major producing countries of this volcanic clay include China, Italy, Greece, Canada, Russia and Mexico.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Bentonite is not approved for use as a foodstuff.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"premium-zeolith-bentonit-1kg-pulver-vorratsbeutel","title":"Premium Zeolite + Bentonite 1kg Powder (storage bag)","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePremium zeolite-clinoptilolite and bentonite-montmorillonite blend\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfect combination of natural minerals of volcanic origin: this high-quality blend consists of \u003cstrong\u003e80% zeolite-clinoptilolite\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e20% bentonite-montmorillonite\u003c\/strong\u003e. Both components impress with their purity and quality and offer a broad range of versatile uses. All ingredients are tested for contaminants and meet the highest laboratory standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eZeolite-clinoptilolite - Natural volcanic rock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZeolite-clinoptilolite is a \u003cstrong\u003eversatile natural mineral of volcanic origin\u003c\/strong\u003e with an excellent clinoptilolite content of over 93%. Its micronized processing creates a fine powder with a grain size of \u003cstrong\u003e0.00 mm to 0.05 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e (50 micrometers or 50,000 nanometers). Important: the powder is finely ground, but \u003cstrong\u003enot nano-ground\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserving its original structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium bentonite-montmorillonite - Highly fine layered silicates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBentonite-montmorillonite is a \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-quality layered silicate\u003c\/strong\u003e that is also of volcanic origin. It belongs to the mineral class of silicates and germanates and is referred to geologically and mineralogically as montmorillonite. With a montmorillonite content of over 90%, this natural material is particularly valued for its fine grain. Thanks to the grain size of \u003cstrong\u003e0.00 mm to 0.045 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, this powder is also \u003cstrong\u003enot nano-ground\u003c\/strong\u003e and has been carefully tested for contaminants and heavy metals to ensure the highest quality standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecial quality features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombination of \u003cstrong\u003epremium zeolite-clinoptilolite\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003epremium bentonite-montmorillonite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePure, laboratory-tested natural minerals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMicronized processing for a fine, uniform powder structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinoptilolite content\u003c\/strong\u003e of over 93%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontmorillonite content\u003c\/strong\u003e of over 90%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTested free from contaminants and heavy metals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePharmaceutical quality according to European standards (Ph.Eur. 7.8 from 2014, BP 2014).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the EU, zeolite and bentonite are not approved as foods. For this reason, no intake recommendation can be provided. However, these natural substances may be used as feed additives for all animal species according to \u003cstrong\u003eDirective 70\/524\/EEC\u003c\/strong\u003e. Category: binders, flow aids and coagulation aids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This information is based on the requirements of the European Pharmacopoeia and the British Pharmacopoeia 2014. 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It is very finely milled (but not nano-milled) and laboratory-tested for contaminants and heavy metals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the EU, bentonite is not approved as a food. 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