Mica Supplier in Malaysia for Industrial Formulations
Mica supplier in Malaysia for coatings, plastics, personal-care, oilfield, construction and electrical applications. Mica is a group of platy minerals supplied as fine powder or flakes, with muscovite and phlogopite selected for different colour, thermal and formulation requirements.
Dry-ground muscovite serves broad filler and reinforcement work, while wet-ground mica is chosen where smooth platelets, lustre and fine particle control matter. Phlogopite and coarse flake grades address higher-temperature insulation, engineered compounds and lost-circulation formulations.
Mica is used in paints, protective coatings, printing inks, plastics, rubber, cosmetics, joint compounds, drilling fluids and electrical insulation. Buyers should specify mineral type, grinding method, particle size, aspect ratio and colour or brightness rather than ordering a generic mica powder.
Send the required grade, particle specification, quantity and delivery location for a quotation. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed for the quoted mica requirement.
- CAS number
- 12001-26-2
- Grade
- dry ground muscovite, wet ground muscovite, phlogopite, flake
- Appearance
- white, silvery, bronze or brown platy mineral flakes or powder, depending on grade
Mica 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry ground muscovite mica | fine platy mineral powder | — | Functional filler in plastics, rubber, paints, joint compounds and other dry-blended systems where particle size, brightness and aspect ratio are specified. | Sealed powder packing is confirmed for the required particle grade. |
| Wet ground muscovite mica | smooth, fine platy powder | — | Coatings, pearlescent systems and suitable personal-care formulations where smooth platelets, lustre, colour and controlled particle size are important. | Pack format and supporting documents are confirmed with the quotation. |
| Phlogopite mica | bronze to brown flakes or ground powder | — | High-temperature electrical insulation, engineered plastics and specialty compounds where phlogopite mineralogy and thermal performance are specified. | Powder or flake packing is confirmed for the quoted grade and quantity. |
| Mica flake grade | coarse platy mineral flakes | — | Lost-circulation materials, electrical insulation and specialty construction compounds where flake size and mineral type are part of the process requirement. | Flake-size grade and pack format are confirmed with the quotation. |
How to buy Mica from ChemTrade
Request a quote for Mica
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mineral identity | mica-group mineral | — |
| CAS number | 12001-26-2 | — |
| Particle morphology | platy flakes or plate-like powder | — |
| Appearance | white, silvery, bronze or brown depending on mineral grade | — |
| Commercial mineral types | muscovite or phlogopite as specified | — |
| Grade-defining requirements | particle size, aspect ratio, colour, brightness, moisture and mineral purity | — |
Mica applications
Safety and handling
Keep mica dry, sealed and protected from contamination. Control airborne dust during powder or flake transfer and follow the safety information supplied for the quoted mineral type and particle grade.
Common questions about Mica
What is the difference between muscovite and phlogopite mica?
Muscovite is generally selected for light colour, electrical properties and broad filler use, while phlogopite is chosen for higher-temperature insulation and darker mineral grades. State the mineral type required by the formulation.
Should I request wet ground or dry ground mica?
Dry-ground mica suits many filler and dry-blend applications. Wet-ground mica is selected when smoother platelets, lustre and controlled fine particle characteristics matter in coatings or suitable personal-care formulations.
Is mica powder the same commercial form as mica flakes?
Both derive from mica minerals, but particle scale changes their use. Fine powders serve fillers, coatings and cosmetics, while coarser flakes suit lost-circulation blends, insulation and selected construction products.
What specifications matter when buying mica?
Provide the mineral type, particle-size distribution, aspect ratio, colour or brightness, moisture and any controlled mineral impurities. Include the end use because coatings, polymers, cosmetics and drilling blends need different particle grades.
Can mica be requested for cosmetic formulations?
A suitable personal-care grade may be requested for texture, slip or lustre. State the particle size, colour, mineral type, intended product and required documents so the quotation addresses the formulation requirement.
How are mica packing and documents confirmed?
State the powder or flake grade, preferred pack format and any product documents required. Available packing, documentation and commercial details are confirmed for the quoted material.
What information is needed for a mica price enquiry in Malaysia?
Send the mineral type, wet- or dry-ground form, particle or flake size, application, quantity and delivery location. Mention required documents and timing so the quotation can address the complete requirement.