In the ever-evolving world of skincare, ingredients play a crucial role in enhancing not just the efficacy of products, but also the overall user experience. One such ingredient that has garnered attention in recent years is mica powder. Traditionally used in cosmetics, mica powder is now making its way into body butters, adding a touch of elegance and unique benefits to this beloved skincare product.
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It is an indispensable and important raw material in the fields of electric heating equipment, wire and cable, aerospace and so on.
What are the uses of mica
Synthetic 120 mesh :large particle size, with pearl shining effect.
One of the primary attributes of mica powder is its ability to impart a beautiful metallic or pearlescent finish to soft plastics. Available in a variety of colors and particle sizes, mica powder can be mixed with polymers to create products that not only catch the eye but also offer a unique tactile experience. This feature is particularly valuable in the manufacturing of consumer goods, including toys, cosmetics packaging, and decorative items, where visual appeal is crucial for attracting consumers.
Natural mica powder and synthetic mica powder also have great differences in electrical insulation, mechanical properties, chemical stability, application range and cost. Natural mica powder has good electrical insulation, but the volume resistivity is lower than that of synthetic mica. Synthetic mica powder has better electrical insulation properties, high volume resistivity and stable dielectric constant, and is suitable for high performance electrical insulation materials. The hardness of natural mica powder is relatively low (2-3), and it has good elasticity and peeling property. The hardness of synthetic mica powder is higher (between 3 and 4), and the tensile strength and compressive strength are better than that of natural mica powder. Natural mica powder is stable in acid-base solution, but it is easy to decompose at high temperature. Synthetic mica powder is stable to acid and base at room temperature, but will be slowly corroded by sulfuric acid above 300℃. Better thermal stability, not easy to release gas. Natural mica powder is widely used in electrical appliances, welding rods, rubber, plastics, paper making, paint and other fields. Synthetic mica powder is mainly used in high-end electrical insulation materials, aviation, aerospace, national defense industry and other high-tech fields. Because synthetic mica powder needs to be produced through complex chemical processes, its production cost is usually higher than that of natural mica powder. Therefore, in the market, the price of synthetic mica powder is often higher than that of natural mica powder. However, with the continuous progress of production technology and the gradual emergence of scale effects, the price of synthetic mica powder is expected to gradually decrease.
For example, the safe operation of high-speed rail cannot be separated from the escort of mica products.