What is the raw material of cat litter?

There are a variety of raw materials for cat litter, which vary according to the type. Here are some common cat litter types and their raw materials:

1. Bentonite cat litter

Raw material: Bentonite, a clay mineral with montmorillonite as its main component. The main materials of bentonite cat litter also include clay, mineral soil and so on.

Features: Bentonite has good water absorption, which makes bentonite cat litter strong water absorption and fast clumping. However, bentonite litter is dusty and may not be suitable for recovering or elderly cats after spaying or neutering, and cannot be flushed down the toilet.

2. Tofu cat litter

Raw materials: soybean residue, corn flour and other plant fiber. Tofu cat litter is made from bean curd residue, and its main components are soybean fiber and corn starch.

Features: Tofu cat litter environmental protection, non-toxic and harmless, no dust, and has a good deodorization effect. It can be flushed directly into the toilet, but it is easy to be damp, the amount is large, and the bottom is easy to stick.

3. Crystal cat litter

Raw material: silica gel, the main component is silica.

Features: Crystal cat litter has almost no dust, strong water absorption, will change color after absorbing urine, easy to clean and replace in time. However, the texture is hard, and the lower part of the litter box needs to be paved with urine pads when urine deposition is serious.

4. Pine cat litter

Raw materials: Recycled materials such as pine, pulp or wheat by-products.

Features: Pine cat litter environmental protection, small dust, strong anti-penetration ability, with better agglomeration and odor absorption function. However, it may produce odor after moisture, and the smell of pine and wood chips may make some cats not adapt to it. A double litter box is usually required for use.

5. Paper litter

Raw materials: Paper, paper scraps.

Features: Paper cat litter water absorption performance is strong, deodorization performance is general, can be flushed into the toilet. However, due to its material, it may need to be replaced frequently to keep it clean.

6. Mineral cat litter (e.g. zeolite cat litter)

Raw materials: natural minerals such as zeolite.

Characteristics: Mineral cat litter usually has good adsorption performance and deodorization ability, but the specific characteristics and use effect will vary depending on the type of mineral and the production process.

Sum up

Cat litter is made from a variety of raw materials, including bentonite, bean residue, silicone, pine, paper scraps and natural minerals. When choosing cat litter, it should be based on the cat's preferences, health status, home environment and personal budget. At the same time, cleaning the litter box regularly and maintaining the hygiene of the cat's living environment is crucial to the health of the cat.