Kaolin (White) Clay

Kaolin, also known as China clay or white clay, is a type of clay that is composed primarily of the mineral kaolinite. It is a soft, white, and fine-grained clay that has been used for centuries in various applications due to its unique properties.

Kaolin is named after the Kao-ling mountain in China, where it was first discovered. It is widely available and mined in many countries around the world. The clay is formed through the weathering of aluminum silicate minerals, usually feldspar.