Difference between revisions of "Steatite"

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Soft rock shipped in lumps or as powder and mainly packed in bags. The stone requires a dry  
 
Soft rock shipped in lumps or as powder and mainly packed in bags. The stone requires a dry  

Latest revision as of 12:57, 13 April 2012

Infobox on Steatite
Example of Steatite
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Facts
Origin -
Density (in t/m3) -
Temperature (in oC) -
Humidity / moisture -
Ventilation -
Self-heating / spontaneous combustion -
Risk factors -

Steatite

Description

(Soap-stone powder, Talcum powder)

Soft rock shipped in lumps or as powder and mainly packed in bags. The stone requires a dry stowage in a GP container with innerliner fitted and other cargoes should be protected against dust contamination. Steatite is sensitive to odor.

Full information on this product is in the process of completion.