Kaolin [Al 2 Si 2 O 5 (OH) 4] is a common phyllosilicate mineral, which belongs to a large general group known as the clays.Its structure is composed of silicate sheets (Si 2 O 5) bonded to aluminum oxide/hydroxide [Al 2 (OH) 4] layers.It is a conventional raw material for ceramics, porcelain, paper, coatings, rubber, plastics, fire-proof materials, chemicals, …