Halloysite has long been recognized for its high potential in applications ranging from reinforcement to remediation and more. Hundreds of publications have demonstrated just how effective and versatile Halloysite is, but until recently there was no commercial source of the pure material. Since Applied Minerals launched Dragonite brand high purity Halloysite, interest has risen to new heights. While academic publications now exceed 100 per year, Applied Minerals have been working with industry to pioneer new applications. This paper will highlight some of these new developments in diverse areas including: as a productivity booster for plastics molders and extruders, light weighting through reinforcement and foam enhancement, UV cure acceleration, as a halogen free reinforcing flame retardant and  more. The compelling value proposition and large scale availability of this natural material have fostered rapid validation and commercial sales in several areas.

Dragonite high purity halloysite - new findings and commercial applications

245th National Meeting (2013)

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