* A raw material in the production of Aluminium chemicals
* A raw material in the manufacture of glass and glazes
* A raw material in catalyst production
* A flame retardant and smoke suppressant filler in plastics (for example: Cables, rubber products and carpet backing)
* A raw material for fertilizers, and fiber cement board products
* An extender and bodying agent in paper, solvent- and water-borne paints, UV curable coatings, inks, and adhesives
* A polishing and cleansing agent
* Mould wash and separating agent
* A filler of cast polymer products such as onyx and solid surfaces