Petalite

Markets and Industries: glass, ceramics, glazes, frits and refractories
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Description

Petalite is a naturally occurring lithium aluminium silicate mineral valued for its exceptional thermal stability, low thermal expansion and high purity. It is widely used in industries where resistance to thermal shock, dimensional stability and consistent quality are essential. Besides its technical performance, petalite also serves as an efficient source of lithium in various industrial processes. 

Applications and markets

Glass
Petalite is widely used in specialty and technical glass production. It reduces the melting temperature, improves process efficiency, and significantly increases resistance to thermal shock. It is commonly used in glass-ceramics, fireplace glass, laboratory glass, and cookware.

Ceramics

In ceramic bodies and glazes, petalite acts as a valuable flux that lowers firing temperatures while improving strength, whiteness, and dimensional stability. It helps manufacturers achieve consistent, high-quality products with reduced energy consumption.

Refractories

The low thermal expansion of petalite makes it an excellent raw material for refractory products. It enhances thermal shock resistance and extends the service life of kiln furniture, refractory bricks, and other components exposed to extreme temperatures.

Technical Ceramics

Advanced ceramic manufacturers use petalite to produce components that require excellent thermal stability, mechanical strength, and precise dimensional control. These materials are used in demanding industrial and electrical applications.

Lithium Chemicals

Petalite is an important lithium-bearing mineral used as a feedstock for the production of lithium chemicals. Its stable composition and reliable lithium content make it suitable for processing into lithium compounds used in various industrial applications.

Industrial Minerals

Petalite is also used in specialised mineral blends where low iron content, high purity, and stable chemical composition are required. Its versatility makes it suitable for a wide range of industrial processes.

Specifications, Technical Data Sheet (TDS) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

We focus on supplying Petalite in various sizes with the following general specifications:

– Chemical analysis: LiO2 – min. 4.2% | Fe2O3 – max. 0.1% | SiO2 – typ. 74% |

– Various sizes:  75 micron and 300 micron product

We send our Technical Data Sheets (TDS) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) on request.

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Reach, HS Code and Supply

Minerals such as Petalite are exempt from registration under REACH. The international Harmonized System Code or HS Code of Petalite is 2530.90.40

We supply Petalite in big bags or bulk and can deliver by truck and container from our stocks.

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