PPG’s first precipitated silica products were developed in collaboration with rubber manufacturers in the 1930s to solve a specific problem; namely, the shortage of natural rubber. That legacy continues. For the past 80 years, we have worked with customers to develop and advance precipitated silica solutions that have become inextricable to high-performance in a variety of applications and industries.
Applications
Application Solutions for Multiple Industries
Rubber
PPG's precipitated silica products have been integral to the rubber industry since the 1930s and have earned the trust of manufacturers and compounders around the world for their reliable performance, consistent quality and dependable supply.
Carrier and Free-Flow
Our precipitated silica products are used as free-flow and carrying agents for food, animal feed and agricultural and industrial applications enabling products and processes to flow better.
Coatings, Adhesives and Sealants
Our precipitated silica products are used as high-performance flatting agents, thickening agents and anti-corrosion pigments to improve the performance, workability and sustainability of coatings, paints, inks, adhesives, and sealants
Microporous
PPG's precipitated silica products are a key component of battery separators and TESLIN® synthetic paper, providing microporosity that is the basis for a wide range of related performance benefits.
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What is amorphous precipitated silica?
Precipitated silica is a form of synthetic amorphous silicon dioxide. It is derived from quartz sand, a crystalline form of silicon dioxide. The physical properties of precipitated silica can be manipulated during the manufacturing process to create products that enhance the performance of finished goods in many different industries.
PPG's precipitated silica is a form of synthetic amorphous silica covered by CAS REGISTRY NUMBER: 112926-00-8, (CAS# 7631-86-9 for the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory purposes).
How is amorphous precipitated silica used?
Typical applications for amorphous precipitated silica include: free-flow and carrier agents for food, animal feed, and agricultural and industrial chemicals; flatting, thickening and anti-corrosion additives for paints and coatings; microporous fillers for battery separators; performance-enhancing fillers for tire, industrial and silicone rubber applications; and non-black reinforcing agents for rubber shoe soles and footwear.
To learn about the broad range of industries and applications for which precipitated silica is suited, click hereWhere are PPG silica products made?
Where are PPG silica products made?
PPG makes precipitated silica products at three facilities:
- Lake Charles, Louisiana – FLO-GARD™, HI-SIL®, and SILENE™ precipitated silica products
- Barberton, Ohio – Hi-Sil, LO-VEL™ and INHIBISIL™ precipitated silica products
- Delfzijl, The Netherlands – AGILON® performance silica and Flo-Gard and Hi-Sil precipitated silica products
From where can I download a Safety Data Sheet (SDS)?
Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for PPG's precipitated silica products can be downloaded here.
In what packaging is PPG precipitated silica available?
PPG precipitated silica products can be packaged for shipment in small bags and flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBCs). Bags are unitized for shipping on pallets that are stretch-wrapped with clear plastic film. FIBCs are single- or double-stacked on wood pallets and stretch-wrapped. Please contact PPG silica products group Customer Service for information about specific standard packaging sizes, materials of construction and pallet configurations, as well as the availability of additional packaging options, including custom package sizes and bulk shipments.Does PPG have 3rd party certifications for its products and/or manufacturing facilities?
Does PPG have 3rd party certifications for its products and/or manufacturing facilities?
PPG’s precipitated silica production facilities are quality-certified under ISO 9001:2008 (Registrar: Det Norske Veritas). PPG’s products are certified Kosher for Passover and year-round use by the Orthodox Union.