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Kaolin

January 1, 2011

The article discusses the latest developments in the global kaolin industry, particularly in the U.S., as of June 2011. It claims that Georgia is the top producing state in the U.S., with a 94% share in total production. The other top producers include South Carolina, North Carolina and Florida. Kaolin is used in the manufacture of such products as electrical porcelain, pottery and sanitaryware.

Publication Year 2011
Title Kaolin
Authors R.L. Virta
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Mining Engineering
Index ID 70044890
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization National Minerals Information Center