Mahalaxmi China Clay
Naturally mined kaolin in lump form, sorted at source for ceramic and refractory bodies.
Overview
Crude china clay is kaolin as it comes from the earth: mined, hand and machine sorted, and supplied in lump form without washing. It keeps the natural plasticity and body strength that ceramic and refractory makers rely on.
At Mahalaxmi China Clay we select clay from the pit face by colour and texture, remove visible overburden and stones, and stockpile each lot separately so every truck you receive behaves the same in your body mix.
- Lot-wise sorted at the mine
- Natural plasticity retained
- Bulk tipper or bagged supply
- Ideal for tile and refractory bodies
Technical data
Typical values vary by grade and lot. A certificate of analysis (COA) is shared with every quote and dispatch.
Available grades
- Standard ceramic grade
- Refractory grade
- Custom sorting on request
Packing
- Loose bulk in tipper trucks
- 1 ton jumbo bags
- 50 kg HDPE bags (on request)
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Al₂O₃ | On request (COA) |
| SiO₂ | On request (COA) |
| Fe₂O₃ | On request (COA) |
| TiO₂ | On request (COA) |
| Loss on ignition (LOI) | On request (COA) |
| Moisture | On request (COA) |
| Physical form | Dried lumps |
Applications
Wall & floor tile bodies
Adds plasticity and green strength to pressed tile bodies.
Refractory bricks
Alumina-bearing clay base for fire bricks and kiln furniture.
Pottery & terracotta
Workable, consistent clay for traditional and studio ware.
Further processing
Feedstock for levigation and refining plants.
Process
- 01
Open-pit mining
- 02
Sorting by colour & texture
- 03
Sun drying
- 04
Lot-wise stockpiling
- 05
Loading & dispatch
FAQ
What is crude china clay?
It is raw kaolin mined and sorted but not washed or refined. It is supplied as dried lumps and is mainly used where natural plasticity matters more than whiteness.
In what form do you supply crude china clay?
Dried lumps, loose in tipper trucks or packed in jumbo bags. 50 kg bags can be arranged for smaller orders.
Can I get a sample before ordering?
Yes. Send a sample request with your application and we will dispatch a representative sample along with the test report.
Which industries use crude china clay?
Ceramic tiles, sanitaryware, refractories, pottery and plants that process clay further into levigated grades.
How do you keep quality consistent?
Each lot is sorted at the pit and stockpiled separately, and samples are tested before dispatch so your body recipe does not drift.
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