Fine White Clay is a type of clay known as KAOLIN, which is composed of the mineral kaolinite. KAOLIN is a soft white clay that is an essential ingredient in the manufacture of china and porcelain, and is widely used in the making of paper, rubber, paint, and many other products. It is also used medicinally as an absorbent and in the treatment of diarrhea. KAOLIN is found in abundance in nature and is mined in many countries around the world.