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title: Premium Kaolin for Glass and Ceramic Applications
description: Shafwah Asia’s Kaolin features < 54 % SiO₂ and < 38 % Al₂O₃, ideal for glass and ceramic production. Awaiting permit 2026, CoA available on request.
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# [Premium Kaolin for Glass and Ceramic Applications](https://www.shafwahasia.com/blog/kaolin)

 Written by [Shafwah Asia](https://www.shafwahasia.com/blog/author/shafwah-asia) | Nov 11, 2025 9:23:35 AM

At **Shafwah Asia**, our mineral division continues to strengthen the sustainable supply of industrial-grade materials for Asia’s growing glass and ceramic industries. Among our key upcoming products is **Kaolin (KL-PON-01)** — a high-quality mineral sourced from select deposits in Indonesia, designed to meet the precision and performance standards required in glass manufacturing and ceramic production.

With a strategic focus on **consistency, purity, and compliance**, this Kaolin variant represents Shafwah Asia’s commitment to **responsible sourcing** and **reliable trade** within the region’s evolving green industrial ecosystem.

##### Product Description

| Specification | Value |
| --- | --- |
| **SiO₂** | < 54 % |
| **Al₂O₃** | < 38 % |
| **Fe₂O₃** | < 1.7 % |
| **CaO** | 0.67 % |
| **MgO** | < 0.58 % |
| **Ti** | 1.95 % |
| **Category** | Mineral Products |
| **Product Code** | KL-PON-01 |
| **Usage** | Glass / Ceramics |
| **Status** | Awaiting Permit 2026 |
| **CoA (Certificate of Analysis)** | Available by Request |

The controlled chemical composition of this Kaolin ensures **low iron oxide** content and optimal **alumina–silica balance**, making it ideal for **glass clarity**, **thermal resistance**, and **ceramic whiteness**. Its purity supports both functional strength and aesthetic quality in advanced material processing.

##### Applications & Industry Relevance

- **Glass Industry** – Kaolin acts as a refining and alumina source, improving viscosity control and optical clarity in specialty glass and container production.
- **Ceramic Manufacturing** – Essential for whiteness, plasticity, and fired strength; suitable for tiles, sanitary ware, and fine china.
- **Refractories & Insulators** – Adds structural integrity and resistance to thermal shock.

Through its adaptable chemical profile, **KL-PON-01** offers both **technical precision** and **sustainability value** for industries striving toward cleaner, high-efficiency manufacturing.

##### Production & Regulatory Status

The **Kaolin (KL-PON-01)** is currently **awaiting operational permit for 2026**, following Shafwah Group’s compliance review under Indonesia’s new mineral resource governance framework. Once approved, it will be produced under **strict quality control systems** and aligned with **Shafwah Asia’s Environmental and Social Governance (ESG)** standards.

##### Supply Chain & Quality Assurance

Shafwah Asia manages every stage of mineral movement — from **mine gate to export logistics** — ensuring transparency, traceability, and timely delivery. The **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)** for each shipment is available upon request, guaranteeing conformity with industry-accepted chemical benchmarks.

##### Shafwah Asia’s Commitment

This initiative is part of our broader mission to build **Asia’s most trusted green natural resource network** — connecting sustainable mineral sources from Southeast Asia with industrial innovation in East Asia.

By investing in **compliance, quality assurance, and green supply chains**, Shafwah Asia supports the transition to a more sustainable and resilient global materials economy.

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