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Chlorite Mineral

  • Abrasives
  • CAS 1318-59-8
  • IUPAC: Chlorite (phyllosilicate mineral group)

Chlorite Mineral (CAS 1318-59-8) appears in 1 of the 1,812 car-care products CarCareTruth tracks (as of June 2026).

Chlorite minerals used as coatings fillers are not classified as GHS health hazards at concentrations in liquid formulations. Not Prop 65–listed. The phyllosilicate mineral group includes chlorite (distinct from sodium chlorite, which is a different compound). In liquid coatings, inhalation of mineral dust is not a relevant exposure pathway.

Chlorite is a group of naturally occurring phyllosilicate minerals used as inert fillers in automotive putties and coatings. The term refers to the mineral group (iron-magnesium-aluminum hydroxide silicates), not the ionic chlorite anion or sodium chlorite compound. In coatings applications, chlorite minerals contribute body, viscosity, and anti-sag properties similar to talc. The mineral is chemically inert, not classified as a health hazard in liquid formulations, and not Prop 65–listed.

Health & environment profile

VOC
no
Prop 65 listed
no
Asthmagen
no
EPA Safer Choice
no
Aquatic toxicity
no
Biodegradable
no
Bioaccumulative
no
Persistent
yes
Ozone depleting
no
Microplastic
no
PFAS
no
Env. score
4/5
Purpose: Inorganic mineral filler in paints and coatings; contributes to viscosity control and film build

Common questions about Chlorite Mineral

What is Chlorite Mineral used for in car care?
Inorganic mineral filler in paints and coatings; contributes to viscosity control and film build
Is Chlorite Mineral a VOC?
No. Chlorite Mineral is not classified as a volatile organic compound (VOC).
Is Chlorite Mineral on California's Proposition 65 list?
No. Chlorite Mineral is not on California's Proposition 65 list.

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Health and environment notes translate the manufacturer Safety Data Sheet, the GHS classification, and authoritative regulatory listings (California Prop 65, EPA). Not medical advice. They describe the ingredient itself; whether a hazard applies to a finished product depends on its concentration and how it's used.