There is presently only three known Glacial Clay deposits in North America. One belongs to a large International cosmetic company, and two belong to private individuals, one of which is exclusive to Glacial Marine Clay. The clay deposits are classed as mineral claims, and the regulations regarding recovery of product is covered by the Mining Act of Canada. All known Glacial Clay deposits have been found on, or close to, the North West Coast of British Columbia, Canada.
Recovery
Glacial Marine Clay Inc. mine their clay at an elevation of 250 feet above sea level. The deposit presently being mined has been determined to have in excess of 2,000,000,000 kilograms of recoverable clay available.
Covering this deposit is approximately ten meters of overburden, this overburden material, mainly shrubs and soils, has accumulated over thousands of years. To get access to the clay it is stripped clear, exposing a layer of pure glacial sediment about one and one half meters thick.
This is known as Glacial Clay. It is simply the result of glacial sediment settling to the bottom of an ancient lake, or inlet, over thousands of years. When the Ice Age came and the landmass rearranged, the water became displaced and disappeared, this gift of nature was compressed and purified and became Glacial Clay. Glacial Marine Clay Inc. is fortunate to have one of these deposits available. The clay is dug by hand and packed into sterile plastic bags.
Processing
Processing the raw product into a powder is a lengthy and complicated procedure. During the process the clay is heated to a temperature of over 240 degrees Fahrenheit. By exposing the product to temperatures this high the risk of contamination from Pathogenic Bacterium is eliminated. The product is then stored in sterile 1,000 Kg totes until ready for further processing into packages or delivered in bulk to private label packagers. 90% of the product is sold as a bulk powder.
Biocide
A Biocide, for purpose of explanation, is any type of product, which is mixed with another product to purify, or attempt to purify the host product. Some companies use chemicals, heat treatments, or a host of very good products available on the market. Glacial Marine Clay Inc. recommend the use of Liquid Germall Plus. The F.D.A. and the EEC Countries accept this Biocide. INCI Name; Propylene Glycol (and) Diazolidinyl Urea (and) Iodopropynyl BUTYLCARBAMATE. Used at a level of 0.4% by weight. Glacial Marine Clay Inc. reserve the right to use any antibacterial agent that is applicable to the country the product will be sold in.
Packaging
The majority of product is packaged in 22.7 kilo heavy-duty pails. These pails will stand up to being shipped by truck, or container. The heavy-duty plastic lids and seals, that we use, guarantee that the containers are watertight.
Shipping
For overseas customers, product would be shipped on pallets stacked three high. Each pallet would weigh 612.90 kilo. A small container will hold 15,935.40 kilograms. There are no limits on quantity that we will supply, cost of freight will vary as to size of order. Shipping costs will be the responsibility of the customer. Product will be priced Free on Board our warehouse on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. Shipping costs would be obtained for the client to the port of choice; final decision will be that of the client. The best prices available will be obtained and the client advised. Shipping time can vary from country to country. Containers to European countries will take from 23 to 45 days. Asian ports from 14 to 25 days. North American deliveries would be by truck or rail. To assure proper service Glacial Marine Clay Inc. ask that potential customers for large bulk orders give a lead time of 42 days. 15 days is sufficient for orders under 2,500 kilos.
Private Label Packaging
Private label packaging is available for those companies who have not got the facilities or the time, but would like to package under their own brand name. This service takes time to set up and minimum orders do apply. If this is the direction you would like to explore, please get in touch with Glacial Marine Clay for a complete break down on minimum orders, time and prices. Absolute confidentiality will be maintained regarding client orders and names.