Bai Shi Zhi White Kaolin Clay Mineral Dried Herbal Material Traditional TCM Use Clean Sifted Bulk

Bai Shi Zhi (白石脂), known as White Halloysite or white kaolin clay, is a traditional Chinese mineral medicine supplied as a clean, sifted, pale white mineral material. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with a sweet and bland flavor and astringent properties. This listing is sold as a food-grade agricultural product for traditional herbal preparation and external applications, to be used under the guidance of qualified practitioners.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional Chinese mineral medicine known as Bai Shi Zhi (白石脂)
• Clean, sifted material with minimal impurities
• Pale white kaolin-type clay mineral in dried form
• Traditionally associated with astringent properties in TCM practice
• Suitable for traditional decoction preparation and external herbal applications

Quality & Sensory

Typically a fine to granular pale white to off-white mineral powder with a dry, earthy texture and a neutral, chalky aroma. It has no pronounced herbal scent and typically a bland, slightly mineral taste when prepared in traditional decoction.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional herbal decoction preparation under practitioner guidance
• External herbal paste or compress applications
• Ingredient in classical TCM mineral formulas
• Traditional foot soak or topical herbal blends

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese medicine, Bai Shi Zhi has long been grouped with astringent mineral substances traditionally used to support binding and drying functions in classical formulas. It was historically prepared by grinding and sifting, then combined with other herbs in decoctions or applied externally in pastes. Traditional texts also record its use in folk practice for skin-related external applications.

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