Granulatet

Granulatet is the definite form of the noun granulat in several Scandinavian languages, most commonly Swedish, Danish, and Norwegian. It refers to a material composed of small, discrete particles or granules. The term is used across industry and science to denote a particular product form characterized by a granular texture rather than a monolithic solid or powder.

In linguistic terms, granulat (the indefinite form) describes a substance that has been granulated or exists as granules, and granulatet denotes the product as it is marketed or specified. In practice, granulatet may cover a wide range of materials, including plastics, fertilizers, minerals, feed, pharmaceuticals, and food ingredients, depending on the context.

Granulatet is typically defined by properties such as particle size distribution, bulk density, moisture content, and flowability. Production methods include granulation (agglomeration of particles), extrusion and spheronization, spray drying, and pelletization, followed by drying and sometimes coating to improve stability or handling.

Applications are diverse: plastic granules (polymer pellets) used in extrusion and injection molding; fertilizer granules for controlled release; agro- and food-grade granules for feed, seeds, or flavoring ingredients; mineral and construction materials. The granular form is often chosen to improve handling, transport, dosing accuracy, and mixing.

Safety and handling concerns include dust generation, inhalation risks, and the need for moisture-controlled storage to prevent caking or clumping. Regulatory standards, quality control, and labeling govern composition, particle size, and intended use.