Cradle to Consumer
Identity ID
4310290d-8f98-4515-b013-22602bafa025
Materials
Associated ID
c824a866-2d3c-414c-8f96-6f74efb01504
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Description
This dataset is a market dataset. Each market represents the consumption mix of a product within a specific geographical region, taking into account the process of transport to the consumer. This activity represents the supply for the bentonite manufacturing consumption activity in China. The data are based on China Customs statistics and the China Statistical Yearbook.
Activity Description
This dataset is a market activity dataset, covering the average transportation distance of the bentonite market within China and the average transportation distance from overseas ports to domestic ports. Domestic transportation is mainly carried out by railway, waterway, and road; overseas, sea transportation is the primary mode. Average bentonite transport losses are also included. The data sources are mainly the National Statistical Yearbook, the characteristics and application status of bentonite in China (Materials Science, 2023, 13(12), 1024-1028), and Pub.151 "Distances Between Ports" (National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), 2024).
Process Description
Calcium bentonite is a natural clay mineral with montmorillonite as its core component. Its main chemical composition is SiO₂, Al₂O₃ and CaO. It is commonly used as adhesive in the industrial field, sealing and stabilization of waterproof blankets in construction projects, waste carriers and soil conditioners in agriculture and animal husbandry, wastewater treatment and pet bedding sand, etc.
Time period
2022
2026
Geography
China
Macroeconomic value
Business-as-Usual
Data validation
Yes
Technology
Current Technology
Technology comment
This technology involves rolling, screening, drying, grinding, and other steps. It primarily relies on mechanical equipment and is the most commonly used, simple, and convenient method for bentonite production.