Non-chlorinated organoclay
Chlorine-Free Organophilic Clay for Oil-Based Formulations
Chlorine-free organophilic clay is designed for oil-based systems that require controlled rheology, stable suspension, and reliable gel development—without adding unnecessary chloride sources into the formulation. It is widely used as a thickening and structure-building additive in grease manufacturing, oil-based drilling fluids, and solvent-based or low-polarity adhesive systems.
Why Chlorine Control Matters in Oil Systems
Many industrial oil formulations involve metal contact surfaces, elevated temperatures, long storage cycles, and moisture fluctuations. In these conditions, chloride residues can increase corrosion tendency, interfere with additives, or raise concerns in halogen-restricted supply chains. A chlorine-controlled organoclay helps reduce those risks while maintaining the same core rheology functionality.
Key Performance Benefits | Non-chlorinated organoclay
Chlorine-free organophilic clay provides a thixotropic network in non-aqueous media, supporting:
stable viscosity under shear and at rest
improved anti-settling behavior for solids and fillers
stronger low-shear gel structure for suspension
better storage stability in complex additive packages
Recommended Uses in Grease, Drilling Fluids, and Adhesives
Grease:
Helps build body, improves yield value, and supports oil retention—especially in non-soap or hybrid thickening approaches. It is also useful when the formula contains solid EP/anti-wear components that must remain uniformly distributed.
Oil-based drilling fluids:
Supports cuttings suspension, enhances gel strength, and helps stabilize density through better weighting agent suspension. Suitable for formulations where the rheology needs to hold at rest while still flowing under pumping shear.
Adhesives and sealants:
Improves sag control, stabilizes filler loading, and enhances storage consistency. It can also contribute to controlled thixotropy for brushable or trowelable systems.
How to Disperse and Activate (Practical Guide)
Good performance depends on dispersion. A proven approach includes:
Pre-mix into base oil under high shear until fully wetted
Hold shear until the mixture appears uniform and smooth
If needed, add a polar activator in small steps
Introduce resins, fillers, or solids after the network is established
Activation needs vary with base oil polarity and solvent composition, so small lab screening tests are recommended.
Typical Dosage Range and Optimization Tips
Grease: commonly 2–8% depending on target consistency
Oil-based drilling fluids: often 1–4% depending on density and oil/water ratio
Adhesives: typically 0.5–3% depending on filler content and sag resistance goals
Optimize based on viscosity target, gel build speed, and compatibility with surfactants or other thickeners.
QC Items, Packaging, MOQ, and Delivery
Standard QC items include moisture, particle size control, viscosity profile in a reference oil system, and batch consistency. Packaging is commonly 25 kg multiwall bags with liners or jumbo bags for container shipments. Suppliers should provide COA, TDS, and SDS with each grade and batch.
Sample Request and Technical Support
To recommend a suitable chlorine-free grade, share your base oil type, operating temperature window, target viscosity, and whether your system uses activators or dispersants. Samples and mixing guidance can shorten formulation time and reduce trial-and-error.
✅ FAQ
Q1: Is chlorine-free organophilic clay suitable for grease?
Yes. It helps improve structure, yield value, and oil retention, especially in non-soap grease systems.
Q2: Do I need an activator to use organoclay?
Some oil systems require a small polar activator for full gel strength. The need depends on oil polarity and formulation design.
Q3: What makes chlorine-controlled organoclay different?
It is produced with chloride-minimized processes to reduce corrosion and ionic contamination concerns without losing rheology performance.