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Our California based mine is the largest high-quality hectorite mine in the world

Hectorite is a natural mineral that delivers excellent rheology in both water- and oil-based systems, making it an attractive alternative to synthetic materials. It can be processed at lower temperatures, leading to lower costs and improved sustainability. It also delivers important attributes, such as excellent texture and colour for Personal Care and long term stability for Performance Specialties applications.

We own significant deposits of high-quality talc in Finland

We use proprietary flotation technology, which enables production of talc that is consistently over 95% pure and can be customised for colour, size and shape. Our talc grades enhance the mechanical strength of plastic parts, resulting in high-quality end products. Furthermore, talc can help reduce carbon emissions by enabling lighter, thinner plastic designs that can replace metal parts, while maintaining strength.