Bentonite BP is a type of clay mineral that is used in various pharmaceutical and industrial applications. It is derived from volcanic ash and is known for its absorbent and swelling properties.
Key Properties:
- Appearance: Fine powder
- Composition: Mainly composed of montmorillonite, a type of clay mineral
- Properties: Absorbent, swelling, and colloidal
- Uses: Pharmaceutical, food, and industrial applications
Pharmaceutical Applications:
- Binder: Bentonite is used as a binder in tablets and capsules to hold them together.
- Disintegrant: It can also act as a disintegrant, helping to break down tablets and capsules in the stomach.
- Antidiarrheal: Bentonite can be used to treat diarrhea due to its absorbent properties.
- Clay mask: It is a common ingredient in clay masks due to its ability to absorb impurities from the skin.
Other Applications:
- Food additive: Bentonite is used as a clarifying agent in wine and beer.
- Drilling fluid: It is used in drilling fluids to stabilize the borehole and prevent caving.
- Pet litter: Bentonite is a common ingredient in cat litter due to its absorbent properties.
