Nanoclay and micronized sodium sulfate are both additives commonly used in polymer applications, but they serve different purposes and offer distinct properties. Here’s a comparison between the two:
| PURPOSE | |
| Nanoclay Improve mechanical properties, Improve barrier properties Flame retardancy. | Micronized sodium sulfate Improve mechanical strength Improve dimensional stability. Cost-effectiveness Reducing the environmental footprint. |
| PARTICLE SIZE AND STRUCTURE | |
| Nanoclay particles are Nano Sized | Micronized sodium sulfate particles are Micron Sized |
| OPTICAL CLARITY | |
| Nanoclay Does not enhance optical clarity. May reduce transparency at higher loadings. | Micronized Sodium Sulfate Can maintain or even enhance optical clarity |
| COST AND AVAILABILITY | |
| Nanoclay More expensive than micronized sodium sulfate | Micronized sodium sulfate Is more cost-effective |
| ENVIRONMENT | |
| Nanoclay is not GRAS (Generally recognised as safe) for use in food grade plastics | Micronized Sodium Sulfate is designated as GRAS (Generally recognized as safe) by US FDA |