From the rich deposits of Turkey, Sepiolite Mine supplies premium raw and processed sepiolite to industries across the world — agriculture, oil & gas, construction, environmental, and beyond.
Sepiolite Mine is a dedicated sepiolite production and export division of Akmin Mining, operating at the heart of Turkey's richest mineral deposits. We mine, process, and deliver the finest quality sepiolite to clients in over 50 countries.
Turkey holds the world's largest sepiolite reserves, and we are privileged stewards of those resources — committed to sustainable extraction, rigorous quality control, and customer-centric solutions.
From raw ore to precision-processed grades — our full product line is engineered to meet the exact specifications of each industry we serve.
Raw Material
Directly mined sepiolite in natural block or chunk form. Ideal for clients who process in-house. High purity, unrefined, with natural fiber structure intact.
Processed
Precision-sized granules for cat litter, agriculture, and industrial absorbent markets. Available in 0–2mm, 2–4mm, and 4–8mm fractions with controlled moisture.
Fine Grade
Ultra-fine micronized powder for paints, coatings, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. Controlled particle distribution from 5–200 microns with high surface area.
Oil & Gas
API-compliant sepiolite for oil and gas drilling fluid applications. Provides stable rheology in saline and high-temperature environments where bentonite fails.
Agriculture
Soil amendment and carrier grade for fertilizers, pesticides, and seed coatings. Improves soil structure, water retention, and nutrient delivery for enhanced yields.
Construction
Low thermal conductivity sepiolite for insulating boards, mortars, and fireproof coatings. Enhances workability and durability in cement and lime-based products.
Our mineral's unique combination of high porosity, thermal stability, and chemical inertness makes it indispensable across more than 15 global industries.
Superior odour control and moisture absorption. The fastest-growing application globally, with sepiolite outperforming clay competitors in clumping and hygiene.
Revolutionising soil science through superior water retention, fertiliser and pesticide carriers, and animal feed binders that improve nutrient bioavailability.
The only mineral that maintains stable rheology in saturated saltwater — making it essential for offshore and high-salinity drilling operations worldwide.
Thermal insulation, fire resistance, and improved workability in mortars, plasters, and concrete — delivering buildings that are safer, stronger, and more efficient.
A natural solution to pollution. Sepiolite's unparalleled adsorption capacity makes it ideal for wastewater treatment, heavy metal sequestration, and oil spill response.
Acts as a rheology modifier, anti-sagging agent, and matting agent in water-based and solvent-borne paints — improving texture without compromising opacity.
High surface area and thermal stability make sepiolite an outstanding catalyst support for hydrogenation, dehydrogenation, and oxidation reactions.
GRAS-listed and biocompatible, sepiolite serves as an excipient, thickener, and carrier in pharmaceutical formulations, face masks, and personal care products.
As sustainability drives innovation, sepiolite nano-fibres reinforce biodegradable polymers, improving mechanical strength while maintaining compostability.
We don't just sell mineral — we deliver certainty. Our vertically integrated operation, from mine face to freight-on-board, ensures quality, consistency, and on-time delivery every time.
We own and operate our mines, processing facilities, and quality labs. No middlemen — full traceability from ore to shipment.
Need a specific moisture level, particle size, or blend? Our R&D team works with you to develop bespoke grades at commercial scale.
ISO 9001, REACH compliant, FDA-listed grades available. Full certificate of analysis with every shipment, no exceptions.
Containerised, bulk vessel, and big-bag shipments to any port. Our logistics team manages customs, documentation, and last-mile if needed.
At Sepiolite Mine, sustainability is not a marketing claim — it is embedded in how we design our mines, manage our tailings, and restore the land we temporarily borrow.
Every active mine site has a binding closure and rehabilitation plan. We replant native vegetation and monitor soil health for 5 years post-extraction.
Zero-discharge water circuits. Process water is fully recycled. No mineral waste reaches local water bodies — monitored by third-party auditors quarterly.
30% of our facility energy comes from on-site solar. We are committed to carbon-neutral operations by 2035, with roadmap milestones published annually.
Zero Lost Time Incidents in the last 4 years. We invest in local employment, vocational training, and school infrastructure in all communities near our sites.
Whether you need a technical data sheet, a sample shipment, or a long-term supply contract — our team responds within 24 hours.