QA VEEGUM Ultra clay is a unique acidic smectite clay. It pro- duces dispersions in the 4.2 to 5.2 pH range, making it par- ticularly suitable for topicals. It is especially easy to hydrate, taking no more than 15 minutes in most cases. It is whiter and brighter than other clays, which carries over to the finished formula..

VEEGUM® R is Magnesium Aluminum Silicate NF Type IA. It is Vanderbilt Mineral's useful, economical grade for a wide range of applications: pharmaceutical, cosmetic, personal care, veterinary, agricultural, household and industrial products.

VEEGUM HS clay was developed for maximum electrolyte stability and minimum acid demand. In cosmetics it is the preferred grade for hair and face masks.

VEEGUM CH is a versatile water-washed natural smectite clay for personal care formulations. Like all VEEGUM clay products, VEEGUM CH is strongly synergistic with common thickeners such as VANZAN® Xanthan Gum and CMC.