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Laponite, a synthetic layered silicate is a unique speciality additive, which improves latest versions now.
the performance and properties of a wide range of industrial and consumer products
making them more valuable to your customers. There are two key areas of functional >View Chembrief Files
use for Laponite.

• As a rheology modifier – Laponite may be added to the formulation of many

waterborne products such as surface coatings, household cleaners and personal care
products. It will impart thixotropic, shear sensitive viscosity and improve stability and
syneresis control.
February 11, 2012
Rockwood Reports Fourth Quarter and
• As a film former - Laponite is a film forming agent and is used to produce electrically
Year End Results:
conductive, antistatic and barrier coatings.
February 6, 2012
Rockwood is continuing to develop the Laponite product range to enhance its
Rockwood Announces Major
performance, consistency and breadth of application. Guideline formulations showing
Expansion to Double Lithium
the extensive application range and versatility of Laponite are available from us. In
Production Capacity
partnership with our customers we are dedicated to ensuring thatformulations
containing Laponite will consistently offer tangible advantages to their users.
January 1, 2012
Rockwood Clay-Based Additives
Advantages that can enhance the performance and increase the value of your Announces Price Increase
products.
June 14, 2011
If you have any questions regarding our Laponite products please email Rockwood Clay-Based Additives
help@laponite.com Announces Global Price Increase

April 25, 2011

Guild CPO Names Southern Clay
Products Supplier of the Year

January 10, 2011

Rockwood Closes Sale of AlphaGary
Plastic Compounding Business

December 21, 2010

Rockwood Clay-Based Additives
announces a global price increase of
up to 20%...
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