Kaolin Mining | The Diggings™

North America, South America, and Africa have the most kaolin mining records. Kaolin, also known as China clay, is a naturally occurring soft clay rich in the mineral kaolinite. It …

Kaolin

Kaolin is one of Georgia's largest natural resources. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, more than 8 million metric tons of kaolin are mined from Georgia …

Georgia Mining Association

Browse kaolin mining mines in The United States by region—including Alabama, Arizona, California.

Kaolin Capital of the World

Kaolin has had a particularly strong impact on the town of Sandersville, which brands itself as the "kaolin capital of the world." Each October, the town hosts a festival that includes a parade of heavy …

Arcilla Mining & Land Company | Georgia Kaolin …

Formed in 1992 by Ted Smith, this family owned and operated business is one of the leading mining companies for kaolin, bauxite, and other earthly minerals. Serving industries including Proppants, Refractories, …

Kaolin Capital of the World | Washington County, GA

Kaolin Capital of the World. Fortunately for Washington County, a new industry emerged just as cotton was declining. Mining for kaolin, white clay used in hundreds of products including paper, paint, plastics, ceramics, …

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One of Georgia's most important minerals, kaolin is a white, alumina-silicate clay used in hundreds of products ranging from paper to cosmetics to the nose cones of rockets. Kaolin is also used in medicines, paints …