Skip to content ALUMINIUM TRIHYDRATE (ATH) Hydrated Alumina Powder
What is Aluminium Trihydrate ATH (Hydrated Alumina)?
Aluminium Trihydrate (ATH) is a white, odourless, and non-toxic powder that is typically milled into various grades. These grades are determined based on factors such as average particle size and bulk density.
Commercial and
Market Perspective
ATH is widely used across numerous industries due to its versatility. Its key commercial applications include:
Flame Retardant and Smoke Suppressant
ATH is widely used in plastics and rubbers - including cables, coatings, and carpet backing - for effective flame retardancy.
Raw Material for Glass and Glazes
Aluminum trihydroxide serves as a key raw ingredient in glass, ceramic glazes, and related materials.
Extender and Bodying Agent
Applied in paper production and used in solvent and waterborne paints, UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives.
Raw Material for Other Products
Found in fertilisers and fibre cement board products.
Main Consumption - Flame Retardant
The primary usage of ATH is as a flame retardant filler in various plastics and rubbers, such as:
- Polyolefins
- Epoxy Resins
- Unsaturated Polyester Resins (UPE)
- Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
- Engineering Thermoplastics (ETP)
- Rubber
- Styrenics
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