Technical grade
KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited
SiO2
KENSIL-110 is a filter-aid grade diatomaceous earth manufactured by African Diatomite Industries Limited. Primarily used in filtration systems, it offers advantages in food and beverage processing, such as the filtration of edible oils, wines, and sugar syrups. This premium-grade product is recognized for its effectiveness in chemical processing, enabling precise separation and purification of fine chemicals. Known for its high porosity and fine granular structure, KENSIL-110 serves industries requiring enhanced filtration clarity and efficiency. Major Kenyan industries and international exporters rely on KENSIL-110 for efficient industrial filtration solutions.
Main applicationFood & beverage processing — filtration of edible oils, wine, sugar syrup
KENSIL-110 stands out in the industry for its reliable performance as a premium-grade filter aid. It addresses the needs of sectors like food and beverage processing by offering superior clarity and efficiency in filtration. This product plays a crucial role in maintaining the quality and purity of substances, providing a competitive edge to domestic and international markets. As a trusted brand from Kenyan industry, KENSIL-110 supports various critical applications, helping to streamline operations and deliver consistent product results.
Also known as
- Diatomaceous earth
- DE
- Kieselguhr

Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in 25 KG bags.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- Chemical formula
- SiO2
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- White powder
- Concentration
- 89-92% SiO2
KENSIL-110 is a fine, highly porous diatomaceous earth, designed specifically for use as a filter aid. Its primary composition includes amorphous silica, making it suitable for trapping fine particles during filtration. The product’s premium-grade quality ensures high performance in improving clarity and throughput in diverse filtration applications. Buyers must specify the need for this particular grade of diatomaceous earth to achieve desired results in their processes. Its physical form as a white powder allows for easy handling and consistent performance. When purchasing, ensure packaging integrity and specify the required purity level to match the application needs.
Delivery
KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Food & beverage processing — filtration of edible oils, wine, sugar syrup
- Chemical processing — precise separation and purification of fine chemicals
- General filtration — pre-coating filter media and enhancing filtration clarity
- Beer filtration — improves clarity and taste in brewing
- Juice filtration — enhances color and quality in fruit juice production
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Enhances filtration clarity and efficiency
- Increases throughput in filtration systems
- Cost-effective for large-scale industrial use
- Improves product quality in food & beverage applications
- Supports precise chemical separations
- Easy to handle and apply across applications
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the chemical formula of KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited?
The chemical formula of KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited is SiO2. The CAS number for this product is not currently listed; contact us if you need it confirmed for documentation.
What are the other names for KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited?
KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited is also referred to as Diatomaceous earth, DE and Kieselguhr. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited is supplied?
KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What concentration is KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited supplied at?
KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited is supplied at a concentration of 89-92% SiO2. Concentration and assay are separate figures: the concentration describes the strength of the material as supplied, and the certificate of analysis issued for your consignment carries the measured values for that batch.
What does KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited look like?
KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited is described as white powder. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited used for?
Common applications include food & beverage processing — filtration of edible oils, wine, sugar syrup, chemical processing — precise separation and purification of fine chemicals, general filtration — pre-coating filter media and enhancing filtration clarity, beer filtration — improves clarity and taste in brewing and juice filtration — enhances color and quality in fruit juice production. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited?
KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited is supplied to the Food Processing & Beverage, Agriculture & Agrochemicals and Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited available in?
Available in 25 KG bags. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
What is the HS code for KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited?
KENSIL-110 Filter Aid | African Diatomite Industries Limited is recorded against the HS customs code 25120000. Quote this on customs and export paperwork; it is confirmed again on the commercial invoice for your specific consignment.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.HSN Code 2512 Imports from Kenya - Volzavolza.com
- 2.AFRICAN DIATOMITE INDUSTRIES LIMITED | Import Data | Export Data | Customs Data | NBD Trade Dataen.nbd.ltd
- 3.Diatomaceous Earth Filter Aidss3.amazonaws.com
- 4.Kensil 110 – African Diatomite Industries Ltdafricandiatomite.com
- 5.Filtration Productseaton.com
- 6.Diatomitereddit.com
- 7.Is DE Filter Aid the same as just DE Media?reddit.com
- 8.Kieselguhr: Your Industrial Allyreddit.com
- 9.So i have 2 bags of diatomaceous earth... Can i just throw this in as a fining agent?reddit.com
- 10.Filtering Amorphous Silica from Organic solutionreddit.com
- 11.HS Code 251200 Tariff Classification and Products For Kenya | HS/HTS Code Lookuptrademo.com
- 12.(PDF) Effect of grain moisture content and storage time on efficacy of inert and botanical dusts for the control of Sitophilus zeamais in stored maizeresearchgate.net
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