The clay swells up by 10 times or more when it absorbs water. When it is mixed with more water, it becomes highly viscous and does not precipitate for a long time. Also, it does not pollute the environment because it is inorganic. What a magical clay! It is bentonite.

Bntonite has unique characteristics not possessed by any other mineral. It is widely used as material in civil engineering, construction, and mining; as a raw material for cosmetics and medical products; and as a deodorizing material for pet litter.

Why does Kunimine enjoy the top market share? One of the reasons is that we own a mine from which quality raw material can be produced. (This mine is currently owned by the Tukinuno Mine Co., Ltd., which became independent from Kunimine Industries in 1994 and doubled its capital through an investment from Kunimine Industries.) Therefore, we have an integrated system of production from raw material to finished product.

Perhaps, like most people, this is the first time you have heard about this material.So, what is bentonite? We will give you a brief introduction.