The Lightest Mineral on Earth
Heated volcanic glass expands 4-20x into lightweight, fireproof, sterile perlite granules. For horticulture, construction, and industry.
Three Core Product Lines
From greenhouse to skyscraper — our expanded perlite delivers the right grade for every application.
Horticultural Grade
Sterile, pH-neutral growing media for potting mixes, hydroponics, seed starting, and soil amendment.
Construction Grade
Lightweight aggregate and loose-fill insulation for concrete, plasters, roof screeds, and fireproof panels.
Industrial Grade
Filter aids, cryogenic insulation (LNG −196°C), foundry slag coagulants, and functional fillers.
Chemical Composition — Open Data
Full transparency. Typical analysis of expanded perlite — no registration required.
| Component | SiO₂ | Al₂O₃ | Na₂O | K₂O | Fe₂O₃ | CaO | MgO | LOI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weight % | 68–78 | 9–16 | 3–6 | 1–4 | 0.1–2 | 0.15–2 | 0–0.5 | < 1.5 |
Where Perlite Performs
Across industries, perlite's unique properties solve critical challenges.
Horticulture
Soil aeration, water retention, hydroponics
Hydroponics
Inert growing medium, drip systems
Insulation
Cavity walls, roof decks, pipe insulation
Lightweight Concrete
Structural panels, screeds, fireproofing
Filtration
Food & beverage, chemical, pharmaceutical
Cryogenic / LNG
−196°C cold box fill, double-wall tanks
Certified Excellence
Every batch is tested. Every shipment is traceable.
ISO 9001:2015
Quality Management
ISO 14001
Environmental Management
SGS Certified
Third-Party Tested
14-Step QC
14 checkpoints ensure consistent quality
What Our Clients Say
Jiutian perlite has been our go-to horticultural grade for 8 years. Consistent particle size, zero contamination, and excellent water-holding capacity.
We use their cryogenic grade for LNG tank insulation. Thermal performance is exactly as specified, batch after batch. Reliable partner.
Their lightweight aggregate cut our concrete dead load by 25% without compromising strength. Technical support was outstanding.
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