Comprehensive guide to Kimibond tile body binder.
Kimibond is a specialized tile and ceramic body binder manufactured by Kimia Ceram Zarin, a knowledge-based company, for the tile and ceramic industry. As a leading domestically produced tile body binder in Iran, Kimibond plays a critical role in increasing the green strength of tile and ceramic bodies. Kimibond is added to ceramic slurry during the ball milling process, where it creates strong bonds between particles to significantly increase body strength. One of Kimibond's most important characteristics is its complete evaporation at 250°C, ensuring no adverse effects on the final fired product properties.
After it is added to ceramic slurry, Kimibond bonds mineral particles together into a cohesive network. Once the body dries, that network provides significant mechanical strength. A typical starting point for dosage is 0.1–0.3% by weight relative to the total slurry composition, to be optimized for each body and line condition, and the Kimia Ceram Zarin technical team determines the exact dose for each line. The binder should be added 15–20 minutes before ball mill discharge to allow sufficient time for uniform distribution and adsorption onto particle surfaces. Kimibond is available in both liquid and powder forms and is compatible with all common ceramic formulations.
Using Kimibond brings numerous benefits to tile and ceramic production lines. In trials on various tile and ceramic bodies, depending on the body and the dose, green-strength gains from about 25% to 60% have been reported. This strength increase leads to a dramatic reduction in tile breakage across various production stages including pressing, transportation, glazing, and firing. In the same trials, production waste was reduced by up to 50%, creating significant savings in raw material and energy costs. Additionally, Kimibond enables the production of thinner tiles and large-format slabs while maintaining adequate strength. Improved spray dryer granule quality, reduced pressing pressure requirements, and enhanced body surface quality are among other technical benefits of this product.
The figures below are from a trial on a single tile body; the green-strength response to dose varies with body composition and raw materials.
| Dose (%) | Green strength (kg/cm²) | Change vs. control |
|---|---|---|
| No binder | 19 | — |
| 0.15 | 23 | +21% |
| 0.20 | 25 | +31% |
| 0.30 | 29 | +52% |
Kimibond is used across a wide range of ceramic products: floor and wall tiles (single-fired and double-fired), porcelain ceramics, granite tiles, large-format slabs, and industrial ceramics. The product is used in tile and ceramic factories across Iran. With a production capacity of 20,000+ tons per year using modern European machinery, Kimia Ceram Zarin delivers high-quality solutions to domestic markets.
Kimibond should be stored at 15–30°C in appropriate horizontal or vertical tanks. Avoid exposing the product to direct sunlight and high temperatures. A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is provided with each shipment. The product shelf life is 12 months under proper storage conditions. Kimia Ceram Zarin offers free technical consultation and free laboratory samples for testing and evaluation.
What is Kimibond and what is it used for?
Kimibond is a specialized tile and ceramic body binder; in trials, depending on the body and the dose, green-strength gains from about 25% to 60% have been reported, and it reduces production waste by up to 50%. It is added to slurry during the ball milling process.
What is the recommended dosage of Kimibond?
A typical starting point for dosage is 0.1–0.3% by weight of total slurry composition, optimized for each body and line with the Kimia Ceram Zarin technical team. The binder should be added 15–20 minutes before ball mill discharge.
Does Kimibond affect the final properties of fired tiles?
No. Kimibond completely evaporates at 250°C and has no adverse effects on the final fired product properties.
In what forms is Kimibond available?
Kimibond is available in both liquid and powder forms and is compatible with all common ceramic formulations.
Is it possible to get free samples?
Yes. Kimia Ceram Zarin offers free technical consultation and free laboratory samples for testing and evaluation.