Velay green clay - low-abrasion quartz-free clay for oral care
Velay Green Clay, sourced from the Auvergne volcanoes, provides a unique, quartz-free composition ideal for oral hygiene products. Its natural properties offer low abrasion, sanitizing effects, and remineralization, making it suitable for toothpaste formulations.
Overview
Velay Green Clay is an innovative natural ingredient designed for oral care products, primarily toothpaste. Extracted from the Auvergne volcanoes, this clay is composed of illite, kaolinite, and montmorillonite, which together offer complementary benefits. The absence of quartz and silica results in a lower abrasion factor, making it a gentle yet effective option for maintaining oral hygiene. Velay Green Clay is recognized for its sanitizing properties, ability to maintain neutral pH, and its role in preventing cavities, canker sores, and gum disease.
Technical specifications
Key features:
- Composed of illite, kaolinite, and montmorillonite
- Quartz-free and silica-free for reduced abrasion
- Contains beneficial minerals such as magnesium, iron, calcium, sodium, and potassium
- Offers purifying, antiseptic, and calming effects
- Supports remineralization due to its mineral salt content
- Protected Geographical Indication (IGP) status for unique quality
Applications:
- Ideal for toothpaste formulations focused on low abrasion and oral health
- Suitable for products aimed at wound healing and reducing gingival inflammation
Technology readiness level
This technology has achieved a Technology Readiness Level of 9, indicating it is fully developed and commercially available. Raw material samples are available for trials, and technical expertise and formulation guidance can be provided.
About Cornelius Group PLC
Cornelius Group PLC is an independent manufacturer and distributor specializing in raw materials, ingredients, and specialty chemicals. The company operates within the life sciences, performance chemicals, and household, industrial, and institutional sectors. By combining chemical distribution with in-house manufacturing capabilities, Cornelius provides technical support and product development services. The firm integrates its operations under a strategy that leverages global sourcing and local expertise to deliver innovative solutions for diverse market needs, ranging from personal and oral care to ocular and dental applications.
Serving as a strategic partner to manufacturers, the company provides customers with market insights, regulatory guidance, and supply chain solutions. Cornelius emphasizes sustainable and innovative outcomes, maintaining accreditations for quality, environmental, and safety management. Through its international reach and technical facilities, such as its dedicated cosmetics applications laboratory and specialties manufacturing site, the group helps clients navigate complex formulation challenges and supply requirements. In 2025, the company entered into a strategic partnership with EV Group, which acquired a minority stake to support the business's ongoing development and market activities.
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