Bleaching clay plays an important role in refining, lightening, and decolorizing edible oil. The increasing production of refined vegetable oil is one of the key factors driving the market demand. Bleaching clay is also used for removal of phospholipids, sulfuric acid, sludge, sulfonic acid, free fatty acids, and traces of metal in oils. Besides these applications, it is used in effluent treatment plants and as an ingredient in cosmetic products. The Global Bleaching Clay Market is expected to reach USD 1.09 billion by 2024, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Higher oilseed crop yield and technological developments are expected to increase the demand for bleaching clay consumed in the edible oils & fats application segment. The growing demand for baby lotions & emollients coupled with recycling of lubricants & waste oils is projected to drive the mineral oils & lubricants segment. Most of the manufacturers are engaged in mining activities in order ...