Muscovite Mica Powder
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Item |
Typical Specification |
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Product Name |
Muscovite Mica Powder |
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Main Mineral |
Muscovite Mica |
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Appearance |
White / Silver White / Light Grey Powder |
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Particle Size |
10 mesh - 1250 mesh, customizable |
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Whiteness |
50 - 65, depending on grade |
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Moisture |
≤ 0.5% - 1.0% typical |
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pH Value |
Neutral to weak alkaline |
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Shape |
Flake / Plate-like Powder |
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Hardness |
2 - 3 Mohs |
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Oil Absorption |
Customized by particle size |
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Packaging |
25kg bags, jumbo bags, OEM packaging |
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Chemical Composition |
Content % |
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SiO₂ |
45–48 |
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Al₂O₃ |
20–33 |
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Fe₂O₃ |
2–5 |
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CaO |
0.03–0.05 |
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Na₂O |
0.8–1.5 |
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MgO |
0.48–0.69 |
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TiO₂ |
0.06–0.65 |
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K₂O |
7–9.8 |
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Specification |
Sieve Residue |
Sand Content |
Bulk Density |
Water Content |
Whiteness |
Aspect Ratio |
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20 Mesh |
<5.0% |
<1.0% |
0.35g/cm³ |
<1.0% |
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>60 |
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40 Mesh |
<5.0% |
<2.0% |
0.35g/cm³ |
<1.0% |
/ |
>60 |
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60 Mesh |
<5.0% |
<3.0% |
0.35g/cm³ |
<1.0% |
/ |
>60 |
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100 Mesh |
<5.0% |
<3.0% |
0.30g/cm³ |
<1.0% |
>50° |
>60 |
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200 Mesh |
<5.0% |
<0.5% |
0.30g/cm³ |
<1.0% |
>60° |
>60 |
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325 Mesh |
<5.0% |
<0.2% |
0.25g/cm³ |
<1.0% |
>60° |
>60 |
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400 Mesh |
<10% |
<0.1% |
0.23g/cm³ |
<1.0% |
>65° |
>60 |
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600 Mesh |
<10% |
<0.1% |
0.23g/cm³ |
<1.0% |
>65° |
>70 |
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800 Mesh |
<10% |
<0.1% |
0.23g/cm³ |
<1.0% |
>65° |
>70 |
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1000 Mesh |
<10% |
<0.1% |
0.23g/cm³ |
<1.0% |
>65° |
>70 |
The above specifications are our standard models. We can also provide customized production based on customers’ specific requirements.
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Specification |
Sieve Residue |
Sand Content |
Bulk Density |
Water Content |
Whiteness |
Aspect Ratio |
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100 Mesh |
<5.0% |
<0.5% |
0.20-0.35 g/cm³ |
<1.0% |
>65° |
60–80 |
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200 Mesh |
<5.0% |
<0.5% |
0.20-0.35 g/cm³ |
<1.0% |
>65° |
60–80 |
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325 Mesh |
<5.0% |
<0.2% |
0.20-0.35 g/cm³ |
<1.0% |
>65° |
60–80 |
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400 Mesh |
<10% |
<0.1% |
0.20-0.35 g/cm³ |
<1.0% |
>65° |
60–80 |
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800 Mesh |
≤0.5% |
<0.1% |
0.20-0.35 g/cm³ |
<1.0% |
>65° |
60–80 |
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1250 Mesh |
≤0.5% |
<0.1% |
0.20-0.35 g/cm³ |
<1.0% |
>65° |
>70 |
The above specifications are our standard models. We can also provide customized production based on customers’ specific requirements.
Excellent Plate-like Structure
Muscovite mica has a natural layered structure that improves barrier performance, reinforcement, and surface quality in coatings, plastics, and rubber systems.
Good Chemical Stability
Mica powder maintains stable performance in many resin, coating, rubber, and construction material systems.
High Heat Resistance
Muscovite mica can be used in applications requiring thermal stability and long-term durability.
Electrical Insulation
Its excellent insulation properties make it suitable for electrical insulation and functional industrial materials.
Improved Appearance
Fine mica powder improves smoothness, gloss, pearlescent effect, and premium visual appearance in coatings, cosmetics, and decorative materials.
Customizable Specifications
WANCHENG MINERAL can supply different mesh sizes, whiteness grades, and packaging options according to customer needs.
For different industries, the correct grade of muscovite mica powder should be selected according to particle size, whiteness, purity, aspect ratio, and dispersion requirements. Coating customers usually focus on barrier performance, weather resistance, suspension stability, and surface smoothness. Plastic and rubber customers usually care more about reinforcement, heat resistance, dimensional stability, and processing compatibility. Cosmetic customers require higher purity, fine particle size, smooth touch, and stable color appearance.
WANCHENG MINERAL can recommend suitable muscovite mica powder grades according to the customer's formulation, target performance, processing method, and final product requirements. For new projects, we recommend sample testing before bulk purchasing to confirm dispersion, compatibility, color, and performance in the final application system.
Stable quality is essential for industrial mineral products. WANCHENG MINERAL controls muscovite mica powder quality from raw material selection to final packaging. Key inspection items include appearance, particle size distribution, whiteness, moisture content, impurity control, and packaging condition. For customers with special requirements, additional indicators can be tested according to agreed technical standards.
Customization is available for mesh size, whiteness grade, packing method, labeling, moisture control, and export documentation. This makes muscovite mica powder easier to match different coating formulas, plastic compounds, rubber products, cosmetic bases, welding electrode systems, and construction material recipes.
Muscovite mica powder should be stored in a dry and ventilated warehouse. The product should be kept away from rain, moisture, direct contamination, and damaged packaging. After opening the package, unused material should be sealed again to prevent moisture absorption or foreign matter contamination. During handling, avoid strong impact that may damage bags or cause dust leakage.
For production use, customers should add mica powder according to their own formulation process. Proper dispersion equipment and mixing time can help achieve better performance in coatings, plastics, rubber, and other systems. If customers are not sure about the recommended dosage or suitable grade, WANCHENG MINERAL can provide technical suggestions based on application experience.
WANCHENG MINERAL provides flexible packaging solutions for international customers. Standard packaging includes 25kg PP woven bags, 25kg kraft paper bags, palletized bags, and jumbo bags. OEM packaging with customer labels, neutral packaging, or customized bag design is also available according to order requirements.
• 25kg PP woven bags
• 25kg kraft paper bags
• 500kg or 1000kg jumbo bags
• Palletized export packaging
• OEM packaging and private label service
For export orders, we can provide product labels, batch numbers, COA, SDS/MSDS, technical data sheets, and other documents according to customer requirements.
The production process of muscovite mica powder directly affects particle size distribution, whiteness, purity, and application performance. WANCHENG MINERAL follows strict processing and inspection procedures to ensure stable quality for every batch.
Raw Mica Selection
Selected muscovite raw materials are inspected for color, purity, and mineral quality before processing.
Cleaning & Sorting
Impurities are removed to improve product purity and appearance.
Crushing
Large mica flakes are crushed into smaller particles suitable for grinding.
Grinding
Dry grinding or wet grinding processes are selected according to product grade and application requirements.
Classification
Air classification or screening systems are used to control particle size distribution.
Drying
Moisture is controlled to meet storage, transportation, and application requirements.
Quality Inspection
Each batch is tested for mesh size, whiteness, moisture, appearance, and customer-specific indicators.
Packaging
Finished products are packed according to export standards or customized packaging requirements.
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Q1: What is muscovite mica powder used for?
Muscovite mica powder is used in coatings, plastics, rubber, cosmetics, welding electrodes, construction materials, insulation materials, ceramics, and decorative applications. -
Q2: What is the difference between dry ground mica and wet ground mica?
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Q3: Can WANCHENG MINERAL customize mesh size?
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Q4: Is muscovite mica powder suitable for coatings?
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Q5: Can mica powder be used in plastics?
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Q6: What packaging options are available?
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Q7: Can samples be provided?
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Q8: How should mica powder be stored?