Main navigation BUSINESS GROUP FINANCE TALENT NEWS & STORIES MEDIA EN FR MINERALS AND MORE MOLER Moler is a unique mixture of diatom shells and smectite clay used as an absorption agent in an unlimited array of applications ranging from cat litter to soil amendment to steel making. KEY FIGURES #1 World’s leading supplier of moler-based solutions worldwide 2:1 Moler is 2 parts diatomite and 1 part clay 100 Moler contains over 100 different diatom species SPONGE-LIKE ABSORPTION PROPERTIES Moler is rock comprising a unique combination of diatoms and clay, deposited 54 million years ago off the northwestern coast of Denmark and now located on the islands of Fur, Mors and Nordsalling. It typically comprises two-thirds diatom algae shells and one-third smectite clay. Typical moler contains over hundred different diatoms, which are essentially round, triangular and ball shaped. This natural product has the unique ability to absorb, retain and insulate many liquids, but especially oils and chemicals. It is perfect for use as an absorbent for treating spillages. Due to its highly porous structure and the swelling properties of smectite, moler is capable of absorbing liquids like a dry sponge and is an excellent insulating material. This lightweight, heat resistant material is used in a wide variety of industries including industrial spill and emissions control, water filtration, agriculture, horticulture, cat litter, steelmaking and construction. 1 / 2 Our Moler quarry in Mors (Denmark) Moler is a mixture of montmorillonite clay and diatomite with the chemical formula of montmorillonite being (Na,Ca)0,3(Al,Mg)2Si4O10(OH)2•n (H2O) PHYSICAL PROPERTIES High absorbency Insulation Heat resistance Lightweight 1 / 1 Moler in crushed form IMERYS OPERATES THE ONLY MOLER DEPOSITS WORLDWIDE Imerys operates moler deposits on the islands of Fur, Mors and Nordsalling in Denmark. Harnessing the intrinsic properties of moler, we serve the industrial absorbents, horticulture, animal welfare, construction, steelmaking and cat litter markets. UNLIMITED APPLICATIONS Imerys’ moler are highly effective industrial absorption agents for protecting the environment in the event of oil and fuel spills and acid and chemical leakages. They are effective solutions for water filtration and deflourination as well as emissions purification and odor control. Used in animal feed, Imerys molers are effective anti-caking and flow agents that improve pellet stability as well as carriers for vitamins, acids, fats and premixes. At the farm, they make excellent liquid and odor absorbents for animal bedding and litter, and effective manure binders. Imerys calcined molers are tried-and-tested solutions for lightweight cat litter. Used in horticulture, Imerys moler solutions optimize plant growth conditions in hydro culture, compost and earth mixtures. They are first-rate soil additives for green roof and golf-course soil toppings. In the construction sector, Imerys molers are prized ingredients in insulating bricks and cement. Absorbent cat litter made with moler Imerys will continue to focus its innovation efforts on providing customers with superior moler-based solutions that contribute to pressing issues such as cleaning the environment and animal welfare. MOLER RELATED NEWS NEWS AUGUST 07, 2020 Providing comfort to pets through mineral-based cat litter Bentonite clay creates a clumping pet litter that is convenient for cat owners. INDUSTRY Exceeding industrial needs with sustainable solutions FILTRATION CONTACT GROUP FINANCE TALENT MEDIA Follow us © Imerys 2021 Cookies Policy Personal Data Legal Terms WE USE COOKIES Our website uses cookies to allow for a personalized experience on our website and improve your user experience. For more information about our cookies please read our Cookie preferences. Mandatory Cookies These cookies are essential to enable you to navigate our website and use its features. These cookies are session-specific and expire after your visit to the website. Performance Cookies These cookies allow us to improve the user experience & performance of our site for our visitors, by measuring website usage statistics such as visits, top pages, and traffic. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. Accept all Save my preferences