Diatomaceous Earth Filter Aid — DE Filter Aid

Description

1. Product Overview

Diatomaceous Earth (DE) Filter Aid is a high-performance, naturally derived filtration medium composed primarily of fossilized diatom remains rich in amorphous silica. It is widely used across industrial liquid-solid separation processes, delivering superior clarity, flow efficiency, and contaminant retention. The product is engineered to optimize filtration performance in food, beverage, chemical, and water treatment industries where purity and consistency are critical.

Its key value proposition lies in its exceptional porosity and high surface area, enabling efficient removal of fine particulates while maintaining high flow rates and reducing operational downtime. Strategically, DE Filter Aid remains indispensable in global filtration supply chains due to its cost efficiency, scalability, and compliance with stringent industrial and food-grade standards.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: Amorphous Silicon Dioxide (SiO₂) ≥ 85–95% (grade dependent)
• Material Type: Natural / Calcined / Flux-Calcined Diatomaceous Earth
• Physical Form: Fine powder
• Color: White to off-white / light beige
• Particle Size: Typically 5–50 microns (varies by grade)
• Bulk Density: 200–450 kg/m³ (grade dependent)
• Moisture Content: ≤ 2–5%
• pH Value: 5.5 – 10 (neutral to mildly alkaline)
• Packaging Options:
  • 25 kg multi-layer paper bags
  • 500 kg / 1,000 kg jumbo bags (bulk FIBC)
• Shelf Life: Indefinite under dry, sealed storage conditions

3. Core Industrial Applications

Diatomaceous Earth Filter Aid is a critical consumable in high-precision filtration systems across multiple industries:

• Beverage Industry: Beer, wine, fruit juices—removal of yeast, haze, and suspended solids
• Food Processing: Edible oils, sugar solutions, starch processing, syrups clarification
• Pharmaceuticals & Chemicals: Purification of active ingredients, intermediates, and solvents
• Water Treatment: Industrial wastewater clarification and fine particulate removal
• Industrial Processing: Catalyst recovery and fine solid-liquid separation

Its superior filtration efficiency, high permeability, and low cake resistance outperform many synthetic alternatives, reducing energy consumption and improving throughput efficiency in continuous operations.

4. Competitive Advantages

• High Filtration Efficiency: Exceptional porosity ensures rapid flow rates with superior clarity outcomes
• Consistent Quality: Tight control of particle distribution and silica purity ensures repeatable performance
• Reliable Supply Chain: Scalable sourcing capability for industrial-grade and food-grade requirements
• Cost-Effective Operation: Reduces filtration cycle time, maintenance frequency, and overall processing cost
• Environmental Compatibility: Naturally derived and inert material with minimal environmental impact
• Technical Documentation Support: Full COA, MSDS, and compliance documentation available for industrial procurement needs
• Process Optimization Benefits: Enhances equipment lifespan by minimizing clogging and pressure buildup

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20 MT
• Packaging Standard: 25 kg bags / 1 MT jumbo bags
• Loading Capacity:
  • 20FT Container: 10–12 MT
  • 40FT HQ Container: 20–22 MT
• Supply Terms: Bulk export-ready shipment with flexible FOB / CIF options available upon request
• Lead Time: Subject to order volume and destination logistics requirements