Vermiculite is named after the Latin word «vermiculare», which means «to breed worms», and the English suffix «ite», which means «rock or mineral». When heated to very high temperatures, vermiculite expands into long, worm-like strands

Special features of vermiculite

Low density

High water absorption

Fireproof and insulating

Being antibacterial

Very high electrical and thermal resistance is used in various industries

sound insulation