Gilsonite Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Uintaite
Gilsonite supplier in Malaysia for drilling-fluid, asphalt, cementing and industrial formulation buyers. Also known as uintaite, gilsonite is a naturally occurring black to dark brown solid asphaltic material supplied as brittle lumps, granules or ground powder.
Drilling-fluid, asphalt-modifier and cementing grades are selected by particle size, softening point, ash, moisture and application-specific performance. Gilsonite is a complex natural material rather than one pure molecule, so buyers should not expect a single molecular formula or assay.
Oil and gas programmes use ground gilsonite for fluid-loss and lost-circulation control and in selected well-cement systems. Asphalt, roofing, waterproofing, coating, ink and foundry formulations use it as a hard natural asphalt modifier, dark binder or carbon-rich additive.
Send the required application grade, particle profile, softening and mineral-content limits, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 12002-43-6
- Grade
- drilling fluid, asphalt modifier, cementing
- Appearance
- black to dark brown brittle solid supplied as lumps, granules or powder
Gilsonite grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drilling-fluid-grade gilsonite | finely ground black powder or controlled granules | — | Drilling-fluid and lost-circulation systems where the programme specifies particle size, softening behaviour and mineral-content limits. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Asphalt-modifier-grade gilsonite | black granules or powder | — | Asphalt, bitumen, roofing and waterproofing blends where gilsonite is added to adjust hardness, softening behaviour and finished binder properties. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Cementing-grade gilsonite | graded black particles or powder | — | Oil-well cementing and selected construction formulations where a natural asphalt additive is specified for density or lost-circulation control. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy Gilsonite from ChemTrade
Request a quote for Gilsonite
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Product identity | gilsonite, also known as uintaite, a naturally occurring solid asphaltic material | — |
| CAS number | 12002-43-6 | — |
| Appearance | black to dark brown brittle solid, lumps, granules or powder | — |
| Particle profile | lump, granular or ground-powder size confirmed against the required application grade | — |
| Grade controls | softening point, ash, moisture, particle size and relevant solubility characteristics confirmed against the buyer specification | — |
Gilsonite applications
Safety and handling
Keep gilsonite sealed and dry, protected from moisture, heat and ignition sources. Control airborne dust during powder transfer and follow the handling information for the quoted grade.
Common questions about Gilsonite
Is gilsonite the same as bitumen or manufactured asphalt?
No. Gilsonite is a naturally occurring solid asphaltic material also called uintaite. It can modify bitumen and asphalt formulations, but those finished binders are mixtures with their own composition and specification.
Which gilsonite grade should a buyer request?
Drilling-fluid grade is selected for mud and lost-circulation systems, asphalt-modifier grade for binder and waterproofing blends, and cementing grade for specified well-cement or construction uses. Provide the current application specification so the physical form can be matched.
Why does gilsonite particle size matter in drilling fluids?
Particle size affects dispersion and how the material bridges pores or loss zones. State the drilling-fluid system and required particle distribution so the quoted powder or granules can be evaluated with the programme.
What specifications matter for asphalt-modifier gilsonite?
Softening point, ash, moisture and particle size are useful starting points, together with any solubility or blend-performance requirement. The asphalt producer should provide the binder target and processing method.
Does gilsonite have a single molecular formula?
No. Gilsonite is a naturally occurring complex asphaltic material rather than one pure molecular compound, so this page does not assign it a fixed formula or assay.
What packing and documents are available for gilsonite?
Ground powder, granules and lumps have different containment and handling needs. Send the particle form, preferred pack format and required technical documents so the quotation can address the selected gilsonite grade.
What details are needed for a gilsonite price in Malaysia?
Send the application grade, particle form, softening and ash requirements, quantity and delivery location. Pricing is issued on enquiry with a stated validity period, and delivery timing is confirmed in the offer.