Bentonite

Name: Bentonite
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-015166

About Bentonite

Listed under CAS 1302-78-9, Bentonite is a main-group metal compound available from Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is Al2O34SiO2.xH2O and its molecular weight is 368.38 g/mol. Alternative names: Montmorillonite.

The material typically appears as a white to brown to tan powder. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Handle it with standard laboratory precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment.

Key uses span fuels and lubricants and materials research. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 500 g, 5 kg and 50 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Fuels & lubricants
Materials research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Bentonite
Catalogue No.	VQ-015166
CAS Number	1302-78-9
Molecular formula	Al₂O₃₄SiO₂.xH₂O
Molecular weight	368.38 g/mol
HSN code	25081090

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to brown to tan powder
Solubility	Passes test

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 1302-78-9

Industrial

Bentonite (API & OCMA Grade)

CAS: 1302-78-9

VQ-019442

AR

Bentonite (API & OCMA Grade), AR

CAS: 1302-78-9

VQ-046942

IP

Bentonite (API & OCMA Grade), IP

CAS: 1302-78-9
Formula: H₂Al₂O₆Si
MW: 180.1 g/mol

VQ-046108

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Bentonite?

The CAS Registry Number of Bentonite is 1302-78-9. It is also known as Montmorillonite.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Bentonite?

Bentonite has the molecular formula Al2O34SiO2.xH2O and a molecular weight of 368.38 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Bentonite can I order?

We supply Bentonite, in 500 g, 5 kg, 50 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Bentonite?

Yes. Every lot of Bentonite is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Bentonite be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export Bentonite worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.