Minerals commodity
Kaolin (China Clay)
Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Cameroon. Ceramics and paper.
At a glance
- Family
- Industrial Minerals
- Sector
- Minerals
- HS code
- 2507.00
Source Kaolin (China Clay)
Verified kaolin (china clay), inspected and contract-ready.
Frequently asked
- What is Kaolin (China Clay)?
- Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Cameroon. Ceramics and paper.
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