china clay

White ceramic mineral

China clay is kaiteiteite clay, predominantly kaolin, used in ceramics, paper coating, and pharmaceuticals.

The name reflects the material's historic importance in Chinese porcelain manufacture.

China clay gives fine paper its smooth, bright surface.

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clay, china, porcelain, fireclay

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G