{"id":12787,"date":"2026-04-13T02:23:14","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T02:23:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/?p=12787"},"modified":"2026-04-14T03:18:22","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T03:18:22","slug":"blasting-media-types-selection-safety-cost-everything-buyers-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/ja\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-types-selection-safety-cost-everything-buyers-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Blasting Media: Types, Selection, Safety &amp; Cost \u2014 Everything Buyers Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<!-- ============================================================\n     BLASTING MEDIA \u2014 COMPLETE GUIDE | PILLAR PAGE\n     Jiangsu Henglihong Technology Co., Ltd.\n     Target: https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media\/\n     Word count: ~4,200 words\n     All cluster internal links included\n     JSON-LD Schema: Article + FAQPage + BreadcrumbList\n     ============================================================ -->\n\n<!-- ===== JSON-LD SCHEMA ===== -->\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\n    \"@context\": \"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\n    \"@graph\": [\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"Article\",\n            \"@id\": \"https:\\\/\\\/hlh-js.com\\\/resource\\\/blog\\\/blasting-media\\\/#article\",\n            \"headline\": \"Blasting Media: The Complete Guide to Types, Selection, Safety & Cost (2026)\",\n            \"description\": \"Everything industrial buyers need to know about blasting media \\u2014 types, how to choose the right abrasive for your substrate, safety requirements, cost analysis, and supplier insights from Jiangsu Henglihong Technology.\",\n            \"image\": \"https:\\\/\\\/hlh-js.com\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/blasting-media-guide-cover.jpg\",\n            \"author\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n                \"name\": \"Jiangsu Henglihong Technology Co., Ltd.\",\n                \"url\": \"https:\\\/\\\/hlh-js.com\"\n            },\n            \"publisher\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n                \"name\": \"Jiangsu Henglihong Technology Co., Ltd.\",\n                \"logo\": {\n                    \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n                    \"url\": \"https:\\\/\\\/hlh-js.com\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/logo.png\"\n                }\n            },\n            \"datePublished\": \"2026-03-01\",\n            \"dateModified\": \"2026-03-23\",\n            \"mainEntityOfPage\": \"https:\\\/\\\/hlh-js.com\\\/resource\\\/blog\\\/blasting-media\\\/\"\n        },\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n            \"@id\": \"https:\\\/\\\/hlh-js.com\\\/resource\\\/blog\\\/blasting-media\\\/#faq\",\n            \"mainEntity\": [\n                {\n                    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n                    \"name\": \"What is blasting media?\",\n                    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n                        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n                        \"text\": \"Blasting media (also called abrasive blasting media) refers to any granular material propelled at high velocity against a surface to clean, strip, deburr, peen, or prepare it for coating. 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ROI Analysis<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#safety\">Safety Requirements &amp; Regulations<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#faq\">\u3088\u304f\u3042\u308b\u8cea\u554f<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#sourcing\">Sourcing &amp; What to Look for in a Supplier<\/a><\/li>\n    <\/ol>\n  <\/nav>\n\n  <!-- STATS BAR -->\n  <div class=\"bm-stats\">\n    <div class=\"bm-stat-card\">\n      <span class=\"bm-stat-num\">12+<\/span>\n      <span class=\"bm-stat-label\">Major blasting media types in industrial use<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bm-stat-card\">\n      <span class=\"bm-stat-num\">9<\/span>\n      <span class=\"bm-stat-label\">Mohs hardness of aluminum oxide \u2014 industry workhorse<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bm-stat-card\">\n      <span class=\"bm-stat-num\">200+<\/span>\n      <span class=\"bm-stat-label\">Reuse cycles for premium recyclable abrasives<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bm-stat-card\">\n      <span class=\"bm-stat-num\">60%<\/span>\n      <span class=\"bm-stat-label\">Cost reduction achievable with correct media selection<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <!-- SECTION 1 -->\n  <h2 id=\"what-is-blasting-media\">1. What Is Blasting Media?<\/h2>\n\n  <p><strong>Blasting media<\/strong> \u2014 also called <em>abrasive blasting media<\/em>, <em>abrasive grit<\/em>, or simply <em>blast abrasive<\/em> \u2014 is any granular material propelled at high velocity against a surface to achieve a specific result: removing rust, mill scale, old coatings, or contaminants; creating a surface anchor profile for paint or thermal spray adhesion; deburring precision components; or producing a desired aesthetic finish on metal, stone, glass, or composite parts.<\/p>\n\n  <p>The term covers an enormous range of materials \u2014 from naturally mined minerals like garnet and flint, to manufactured ceramics like aluminum oxide and silicon carbide, to metal abrasives like steel shot and steel grit, to specialty media like glass beads, plastic pellets, and even agricultural shells. Each material has a different hardness, particle shape, density, and recyclability profile, which is why selecting the right blasting media is one of the most consequential decisions in any surface treatment operation.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"bm-highlight\">\n    <span class=\"bm-highlight-label\">Key Insight<\/span>\n    Using the wrong blasting media \u2014 even with correct blast pressure and nozzle distance \u2014 can damage the substrate, produce an unacceptable surface profile, or dramatically increase per-cycle costs. Getting the media right first saves time, money, and rework.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <p>Abrasive blasting is used across nearly every heavy manufacturing sector: shipbuilding, automotive OEM and restoration, oil and gas infrastructure, aerospace component finishing, structural steel fabrication, general metalworking, and even architectural stone and glass treatment. The global abrasive blasting media market was valued at over USD 6 billion in 2024, reflecting how central this material category is to industrial production worldwide.<\/p>\n\n  <h2 id=\"how-blasting-works\">2. How Abrasive Blasting Works<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Abrasive blasting works by accelerating abrasive particles and directing them against a work surface. There are three primary propulsion methods:<\/p>\n\n  <ul>\n    <li><strong>Compressed air blasting<\/strong> (pressure blast or suction blast): The most common method. A blast pot pressurizes the abrasive, and a nozzle directs a focused, high-velocity stream at the surface. Ideal for outdoor work, large structures, and heavy rust or coating removal.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Centrifugal wheel blasting<\/strong>: A turbine wheel spins at high RPM and flings abrasive at the target surface. Used in automated cabinet blasters and large industrial shot blast machines for high-throughput production \u2014 common in foundries and automotive plants.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Wet blasting (dustless blasting)<\/strong>: Abrasive is mixed with water and propelled together, dramatically reducing airborne dust. Preferred in urban environments, near food-processing facilities, or wherever silica dust regulations are strict.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <p>Regardless of propulsion method, the blasting process produces three critical surface outcomes that determine coating performance: <strong>cleanliness<\/strong> (removal of all contaminants and loose material, measured against standards such as ISO 8501 or SSPC), <strong>anchor profile<\/strong> (the peak-to-valley roughness in microns or mils that creates mechanical adhesion for primers and coatings), and <strong>surface chemistry<\/strong> (absence of chloride salts, oils, or chemical residues).<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"bm-info\">\n    <strong>Standard Reference:<\/strong> The most widely used surface cleanliness standard globally is ISO 8501-1. The equivalent SSPC-SP grades are used in North America. When specifying blasting media, always reference the required ISO or SSPC grade and the target surface profile (Sa 2.5 and 40\u201370 \u00b5m are typical for industrial coating work).\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2 id=\"types-of-blasting-media\">3. Types of Blasting Media \u2014 Full Overview<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Understanding the characteristics of each media type is the foundation of correct selection. Below is a structured overview of all major categories. Each media type has its own in-depth guide linked from this page.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"bm-media-grid\">\n\n    <div class=\"bm-media-card\">\n      <div class=\"bm-media-card-num\">01<\/div>\n      <h4>\u9178\u5316\u30a2\u30eb\u30df\u30cb\u30a6\u30e0<\/h4>\n      <p>The industrial standard. Extremely hard (Mohs 9), angular particles that cut aggressively and produce a sharp anchor profile. Highly recyclable, chemically inert, and available in a wide grit range (16\u2013220+). Suitable for steel, stainless, titanium, ceramics, and composites.<\/p>\n      <a class=\"bm-card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/aluminum-oxide-blast-media-uses-grit-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Full Aluminum Oxide Guide<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"bm-media-card\">\n      <div class=\"bm-media-card-num\">02<\/div>\n      <h4>Glass Bead<\/h4>\n      <p>Spherical soda-lime glass particles that produce a smooth, satin finish without embedding in the substrate. Lower aggression than aluminum oxide \u2014 ideal for stainless steel, aluminum, and decorative metalwork where a bright, non-directional finish is required.<\/p>\n      <a class=\"bm-card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/glass-bead-blasting-media-finish-applications\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Full Glass Bead Guide<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"bm-media-card\">\n      <div class=\"bm-media-card-num\">03<\/div>\n      <h4>\u30ac\u30fc\u30cd\u30c3\u30c8<\/h4>\n      <p>A naturally occurring iron-aluminum silicate mineral mined primarily in Australia, India, and China. Garnet offers an excellent balance of hardness (Mohs 7\u20138), low dust, chemical inertness, and superior anchor profile quality. Widely used in waterjet cutting and for environmental applications where silica-free blasting is mandated.<\/p>\n      <a class=\"bm-card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/garnet-blasting-media-eco-friendly-high-performance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Full Garnet Guide<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"bm-media-card\">\n      <div class=\"bm-media-card-num\">04<\/div>\n      <h4>Steel Grit &amp; Steel Shot<\/h4>\n      <p>Metallic abrasives manufactured from high-carbon steel. Steel grit (angular) etches an aggressive profile; steel shot (spherical) peens the surface, inducing compressive stress and improving fatigue life. The highest-volume abrasives in automated blast rooms, foundries, and structural steel fabrication.<\/p>\n      <a class=\"bm-card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/steel-grit-vs-steel-shot-which-should-you-use\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Steel Grit vs Steel Shot Guide<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"bm-media-card\">\n      <div class=\"bm-media-card-num\">05<\/div>\n      <h4>\u70ad\u5316\u30b1\u30a4\u7d20<\/h4>\n      <p>The hardest blasting media in commercial use (Mohs 9.5). Angular, extremely fast-cutting, ideal for etching glass, stone carving, and cleaning the hardest ceramic and carbide substrates where aluminum oxide is too slow. Higher cost, but unmatched in hardness-critical applications.<\/p>\n      <a class=\"bm-card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/silicon-carbide-blast-media-hardest-abrasive-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Full Silicon Carbide Guide<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"bm-media-card\">\n      <div class=\"bm-media-card-num\">06<\/div>\n      <h4>Plastic Blast Media<\/h4>\n      <p>Urea, melamine, or acrylic particles with low hardness (Mohs 3\u20134). The only media that can strip paint and coatings from thin aluminum aircraft skins, fiberglass composites, and carbon fiber components without dimensional distortion. Mandated in many aerospace and automotive refinishing specifications.<\/p>\n      <a class=\"bm-card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/plastic-blast-media-for-aerospace-automotive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Full Plastic Media Guide<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"bm-media-card\">\n      <div class=\"bm-media-card-num\">07<\/div>\n      <h4>Copper Slag &amp; Coal Slag<\/h4>\n      <p>Industrial by-products with good hardness and low cost per ton. Commonly used for outdoor structural steel preparation (bridges, tanks, ship hulls). Single-use media \u2014 not recyclable \u2014 but the low purchase price makes them economical for open blasting in shipyards and infrastructure projects.<\/p>\n      <a class=\"bm-card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/industrial-surface-prep-best-blasting-media-for-metal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Industrial Metal Surface Prep Guide<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"bm-media-card\">\n      <div class=\"bm-media-card-num\">08<\/div>\n      <h4>Agricultural &amp; Organic Media<\/h4>\n      <p>Walnut shell, corn cob, and peach pit media offer very low hardness and are used for delicate cleaning applications: stripping grease and carbon from engine parts, cleaning stone monuments, or decontaminating surfaces where no substrate damage is acceptable. Biodegradable and safe to handle.<\/p>\n      <a class=\"bm-card-link\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/eco-friendly-blasting-media-low-dust-silica-free-options\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eco-Friendly &amp; Silica-Free Media Guide<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n\n  <\/div>\n\n  <p>For a side-by-side ranking of all these types across the most important selection criteria, see our dedicated <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-comparison-blasting-media-chart\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blasting Media Comparison Chart<\/a>, which presents hardness, profile, recyclability, and cost in a single reference table.<\/p>\n\n  <h2 id=\"how-to-choose\">4. How to Choose the Right Blasting Media<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Choosing blasting media is a multi-variable decision. The wrong choice costs money through substrate damage, poor coating adhesion, excessive media consumption, or health and environmental liability. The right choice delivers consistent surface quality at the lowest total cost per square meter treated. Work through the following four-step framework to arrive at the correct specification.<\/p>\n\n  <h3>Step 1 \u2014 Define Your Substrate and Its Sensitivity<\/h3>\n\n  <p>The hardness and thickness of the substrate sets an upper bound on media aggression. A general rule: <strong>never use media harder than the substrate material when surface geometry or dimensional tolerance is critical.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n  <ul>\n    <li><strong>Structural carbon steel<\/strong> (bridges, tanks, ship hulls): Steel grit, aluminum oxide, garnet, or copper\/coal slag. Aggressive profiles tolerated.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Aluminum and thin-gauge sheet metal<\/strong>: Glass bead, fine aluminum oxide (150+ grit), or plastic media. Heavy-duty angular abrasives will cause warping.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>\u30b9\u30c6\u30f3\u30ec\u30b9<\/strong>: Aluminum oxide or glass bead only \u2014 avoid iron-containing media (steel grit, copper slag) that will contaminate the surface and promote corrosion.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Composites, fiberglass, carbon fiber<\/strong>: Plastic blast media only. Any mineral abrasive will cut fibers and cause delamination.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Glass, stone, ceramics<\/strong>: Silicon carbide for etching; aluminum oxide for general surface prep; glass bead for frosting effects.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Titanium and nickel superalloys<\/strong>: Aluminum oxide (virgin, low-iron) or garnet. Metallic contamination from steel grit can cause intergranular corrosion.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <h3>Step 2 \u2014 Specify the Required Surface Profile<\/h3>\n\n  <p>Every coating system specifies a minimum and maximum surface profile (anchor depth), typically measured in \u00b5m or mils using a Testex Press-O-Film tape or a profilometer. The blasting media&#8217;s particle size and shape are the primary controls on profile depth:<\/p>\n\n  <ul>\n    <li><strong>Angular media<\/strong> (aluminum oxide, steel grit, garnet) \u2014 produces a jagged, high-Rz profile excellent for mechanical adhesion of heavy-duty coatings.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>Spherical media<\/strong> (glass bead, steel shot) \u2014 produces a dimpled, lower-Rz peened profile better suited for thin coatings, shot peening fatigue improvement, or decorative finishes.<\/li>\n    <li>Coarser grit = deeper profile; finer grit = smoother, shallower profile. Always cross-reference media grit size against your coating manufacturer&#8217;s surface profile requirement before ordering.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <h3>Step 3 \u2014 Account for Environmental and Regulatory Requirements<\/h3>\n\n  <p>Silica sand \u2014 once the most common blasting abrasive \u2014 is now banned or severely restricted in most industrialized countries due to the silicosis risk from respirable crystalline silica (RCS) dust. The European Union, United Kingdom, United States (OSHA), Canada, and Australia all enforce strict limits on RCS exposure. Safer alternatives \u2014 garnet, aluminum oxide, glass bead \u2014 should be the default specification for any professional operation.<\/p>\n\n  <p>For environmental reasons, consider whether spent media will be classified as hazardous waste. Media blasted onto lead-painted or chromate-coated surfaces becomes contaminated and requires licensed disposal. Recyclable media (aluminum oxide, steel grit) minimizes waste volume and disposal cost. For more details, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/eco-friendly-blasting-media-low-dust-silica-free-options\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eco-friendly and silica-free blasting media guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n  <h3>Step 4 \u2014 Calculate Total Cost Per Square Meter<\/h3>\n\n  <p>Do not evaluate blasting media on purchase price per kilogram alone. The correct metric is <strong>total cost per m\u00b2 of surface treated<\/strong>, which accounts for: media purchase price, number of recycles before the abrasive degrades, dust volume (lost material), and labor\/machine time. Recyclable media like aluminum oxide can achieve 200+ cycles in a controlled cabinet blast environment, often delivering a cost-per-m\u00b2 that is 40\u201370% lower than single-use alternatives over a production run.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"bm-info\">\n    For a complete decision framework including a substrate-to-media matching matrix, grit selection table, and cost calculation worksheet, see our dedicated article: <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/how-to-choose-the-right-blasting-media\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Choose the Right Blasting Media<\/a>.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"bm-matrix\">\n    <h3>Quick-Reference: Media Selection by Substrate<\/h3>\n    <div class=\"bm-matrix-grid\">\n      <div class=\"bm-matrix-item\">\n        <strong>Carbon &amp; Structural Steel<\/strong>\n        <span>Steel grit GL25\u2013GL40 \u00b7 Aluminum oxide 36\u201380 grit \u00b7 Garnet 30\u201380 mesh<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bm-matrix-item\">\n        <strong>Stainless Steel<\/strong>\n        <span>Aluminum oxide 80\u2013120 grit \u00b7 Glass bead #8\u2013#13 \u00b7 No steel or slag media<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bm-matrix-item\">\n        <strong>Aluminum \/ Thin Sheet<\/strong>\n        <span>Glass bead #11\u2013#13 \u00b7 Plastic media 16\u201340 mesh \u00b7 Fine Al\u2082O\u2083 150+ grit<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bm-matrix-item\">\n        <strong>Composites \/ CFRP<\/strong>\n        <span>Plastic blast media 16\u201330 mesh \u00b7 Walnut shell for light cleaning<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bm-matrix-item\">\n        <strong>Glass &amp; Ceramics<\/strong>\n        <span>Silicon carbide 60\u2013220 grit for etching \u00b7 Glass bead for frosting<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bm-matrix-item\">\n        <strong>Ti \/ Ni Superalloys<\/strong>\n        <span>Virgin aluminum oxide 80\u2013120 grit \u00b7 Garnet 60\u201380 mesh (low iron)<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2 id=\"industry-applications\">5. Industry Applications<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Abrasive blasting media is used across virtually every sector that fabricates, maintains, or refurbishes metal, stone, glass, or composite structures. Understanding your industry&#8217;s specific requirements helps narrow the media selection immediately.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"bm-industry-grid\">\n    <div class=\"bm-industry-card\">\n      <span class=\"bm-industry-icon\">\ud83d\ude97<\/span>\n      <h4>\u81ea\u52d5\u8eca<\/h4>\n      <p>Frame restoration, chassis prep, engine component cleaning, paint stripping on classic and vintage vehicles. Glass bead for cosmetic finishes; plastic media for composite panels. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-for-automotive-restoration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">automotive guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bm-industry-card\">\n      <span class=\"bm-industry-icon\">\u2708\ufe0f<\/span>\n      <h4>\u822a\u7a7a\u5b87\u5b99<\/h4>\n      <p>Paint stripping, shot peening of turbine blades and landing gear, surface prep of aluminum and titanium airframes. Plastic media and aluminum oxide dominate. Full details in our <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/plastic-blast-media-for-aerospace-automotive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">aerospace media guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bm-industry-card\">\n      <span class=\"bm-industry-icon\">\ud83c\udfd7\ufe0f<\/span>\n      <h4>Structural Steel<\/h4>\n      <p>Bridge, building, and tank fabrication. Heavy coating systems require Sa 2.5 clean steel and 50\u2013100 \u00b5m profiles. Steel grit and garnet are primary. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/industrial-surface-prep-best-blasting-media-for-metal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">industrial surface prep guide<\/a> covers this fully.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bm-industry-card\">\n      <span class=\"bm-industry-icon\">\ud83d\udea2<\/span>\n      <h4>Marine &amp; Shipbuilding<\/h4>\n      <p>Anti-fouling paint prep on ship hulls, corrosion removal on offshore platforms, ballast tank lining. Copper slag and garnet widely used outdoors; aluminum oxide in enclosed blast rooms.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bm-industry-card\">\n      <span class=\"bm-industry-icon\">\ud83d\udee2\ufe0f<\/span>\n      <h4>Oil &amp; Gas<\/h4>\n      <p>Pipeline internal and external coating prep, valve and pump refurbishment, storage tank interior lining. Garnet and steel grit dominate due to profile consistency requirements.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"bm-industry-card\">\n      <span class=\"bm-industry-icon\">\ud83c\udfed<\/span>\n      <h4>General Manufacturing<\/h4>\n      <p>Deburring castings and forgings, cleaning heat-treat scale, preparing surfaces for electroplating, powder coating, and thermal spray. Aluminum oxide and steel grit are the workhorses.<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2 id=\"comparison-chart\">6. Blasting Media Comparison Chart<\/h2>\n\n  <p>The table below summarizes the most important technical and commercial parameters for the major blasting media types. For a more detailed interactive version with application-specific columns, visit our full <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-comparison-blasting-media-chart\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blasting Media Comparison Chart<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"bm-table-wrap\">\n    <table class=\"bm-table\">\n      <thead>\n        <tr>\n          <th>\u30e1\u30c7\u30a3\u30a2\u30fb\u30bf\u30a4\u30d7<\/th>\n          <th>\u30e2\u30fc\u30b9\u786c\u5ea6<\/th>\n          <th>\u7c92\u5b50\u5f62\u72b6<\/th>\n          <th>Surface Profile<\/th>\n          <th>\u30ea\u30b5\u30a4\u30af\u30eb\u6027<\/th>\n          <th>Silica-Free?<\/th>\n          <th>\u4ee3\u8868\u7684\u306a\u30a2\u30d7\u30ea\u30b1\u30fc\u30b7\u30e7\u30f3<\/th>\n        <\/tr>\n      <\/thead>\n      <tbody>\n        <tr>\n          <td>\u9178\u5316\u30a2\u30eb\u30df\u30cb\u30a6\u30e0<\/td>\n          <td>9.0<\/td>\n          <td>\u30a2\u30f3\u30ae\u30e5\u30e9\u30fc<\/td>\n          <td>High (50\u2013120 \u00b5m)<\/td>\n          <td><span class=\"bm-badge bm-badge-high\">High (100\u2013200\u00d7)<\/span><\/td>\n          <td>\u2713 Yes<\/td>\n          <td>Steel, stainless, ceramics, composites<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td>\u70ad\u5316\u30b1\u30a4\u7d20<\/td>\n          <td>9.5<\/td>\n          <td>\u30a2\u30f3\u30ae\u30e5\u30e9\u30fc<\/td>\n          <td>Very High<\/td>\n          <td><span class=\"bm-badge bm-badge-med\">Medium<\/span><\/td>\n          <td>\u2713 Yes<\/td>\n          <td>Glass etching, hard ceramics, carbide<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td>\u30ac\u30fc\u30cd\u30c3\u30c8<\/td>\n          <td>7.5\u20138.0<\/td>\n          <td>Sub-angular<\/td>\n          <td>High (40\u201390 \u00b5m)<\/td>\n          <td><span class=\"bm-badge bm-badge-med\">Medium (3\u20135\u00d7)<\/span><\/td>\n          <td>\u2713 Yes<\/td>\n          <td>Steel, pipeline, waterjet, eco applications<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td>\u30b9\u30c1\u30fc\u30eb\u30b0\u30ea\u30c3\u30c8<\/td>\n          <td>8.0<\/td>\n          <td>\u30a2\u30f3\u30ae\u30e5\u30e9\u30fc<\/td>\n          <td>Very High (75\u2013150 \u00b5m)<\/td>\n          <td><span class=\"bm-badge bm-badge-high\">Very High (500+\u00d7)<\/span><\/td>\n          <td>\u2717 No (iron)<\/td>\n          <td>Heavy steel, foundry, automotive body<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td>\u30b9\u30c1\u30fc\u30eb\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8<\/td>\n          <td>8.0<\/td>\n          <td>Spherical<\/td>\n          <td>Low\u2013Med (dimpled)<\/td>\n          <td><span class=\"bm-badge bm-badge-high\">Very High (500+\u00d7)<\/span><\/td>\n          <td>\u2717 No (iron)<\/td>\n          <td>Shot peening, scale removal, castings<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td>Glass Bead<\/td>\n          <td>5.5\u20136.0<\/td>\n          <td>Spherical<\/td>\n          <td>Low\u2013Med (smooth)<\/td>\n          <td><span class=\"bm-badge bm-badge-med\">Medium (30\u201350\u00d7)<\/span><\/td>\n          <td>\u2713 Yes<\/td>\n          <td>Stainless, aluminum, decorative finish<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td>\u30d7\u30e9\u30b9\u30c1\u30c3\u30af\u30fb\u30e1\u30c7\u30a3\u30a2<\/td>\n          <td>3.0\u20134.0<\/td>\n          <td>Angular\/blocky<\/td>\n          <td>\u975e\u5e38\u306b\u4f4e\u3044<\/td>\n          <td><span class=\"bm-badge bm-badge-med\">Medium<\/span><\/td>\n          <td>\u2713 Yes<\/td>\n          <td>Composites, aircraft, thin sheet metal<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td>Copper Slag<\/td>\n          <td>7.0<\/td>\n          <td>\u30a2\u30f3\u30ae\u30e5\u30e9\u30fc<\/td>\n          <td>\u9ad8\u3044<\/td>\n          <td><span class=\"bm-badge bm-badge-low\">None (single-use)<\/span><\/td>\n          <td>\u2713 Yes<\/td>\n          <td>Outdoor steel, ship hulls, large structures<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td>Walnut Shell<\/td>\n          <td>3.5<\/td>\n          <td>Irregular<\/td>\n          <td>\u975e\u5e38\u306b\u4f4e\u3044<\/td>\n          <td><span class=\"bm-badge bm-badge-low\">\u4f4e\u3044<\/span><\/td>\n          <td>\u2713 Yes<\/td>\n          <td>Delicate cleaning, carbon removal, wood<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n      <\/tbody>\n    <\/table>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2 id=\"cost-guide\">7. Cost Guide &amp; ROI Analysis<\/h2>\n\n  <p>The sticker price of blasting media is the least reliable indicator of its true value. What matters is <strong>cost per m\u00b2 of acceptable surface achieved<\/strong> \u2014 a figure that incorporates media purchase price, consumption rate per m\u00b2, recycle life, machine downtime, dust generation (lost material), and waste disposal.<\/p>\n\n  <h3>Indicative Price Ranges (2026, FOB China)<\/h3>\n\n  <div class=\"bm-table-wrap\">\n    <table class=\"bm-table\">\n      <thead>\n        <tr>\n          <th>\u30e1\u30c7\u30a3\u30a2\u30fb\u30bf\u30a4\u30d7<\/th>\n          <th>Approx. Price (USD\/MT)<\/th>\n          <th>Recycle Life<\/th>\n          <th>Relative Cost\/m\u00b2<\/th>\n          <th>Best ROI Scenario<\/th>\n        <\/tr>\n      <\/thead>\n      <tbody>\n        <tr>\n          <td>Aluminum Oxide (Brown)<\/td>\n          <td>$600\u2013$900<\/td>\n          <td>100\u2013200 cycles<\/td>\n          <td><div class=\"bm-cost-bar-wrap\"><div class=\"bm-cost-bar\" style=\"width:30%\"><\/div> \u4f4e\u3044<\/div><\/td>\n          <td>Cabinet blast rooms, recirculating systems<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td>\u30ac\u30fc\u30cd\u30c3\u30c8<\/td>\n          <td>$400\u2013$700<\/td>\n          <td>3\u20135 cycles<\/td>\n          <td><div class=\"bm-cost-bar-wrap\"><div class=\"bm-cost-bar\" style=\"width:45%\"><\/div> Medium<\/div><\/td>\n          <td>Open blasting, eco-sensitive sites<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td>Steel Grit\/Shot<\/td>\n          <td>$700\u2013$1,100<\/td>\n          <td>500+ cycles<\/td>\n          <td><div class=\"bm-cost-bar-wrap\"><div class=\"bm-cost-bar\" style=\"width:18%\"><\/div> \u975e\u5e38\u306b\u4f4e\u3044<\/div><\/td>\n          <td>Automated blast rooms, high-volume production<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td>Glass Bead<\/td>\n          <td>$500\u2013$900<\/td>\n          <td>30\u201350 cycles<\/td>\n          <td><div class=\"bm-cost-bar-wrap\"><div class=\"bm-cost-bar\" style=\"width:40%\"><\/div> Medium<\/div><\/td>\n          <td>Precision finishing, decorative metalwork<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td>\u70ad\u5316\u30b1\u30a4\u7d20<\/td>\n          <td>$1,400\u2013$2,200<\/td>\n          <td>10\u201330 cycles<\/td>\n          <td><div class=\"bm-cost-bar-wrap\"><div class=\"bm-cost-bar\" style=\"width:70%\"><\/div> \u9ad8\u3044<\/div><\/td>\n          <td>Hard ceramics, glass etching \u2014 no substitute<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n        <tr>\n          <td>Copper \/ Coal Slag<\/td>\n          <td>$80\u2013$200<\/td>\n          <td>1 cycle only<\/td>\n          <td><div class=\"bm-cost-bar-wrap\"><div class=\"bm-cost-bar\" style=\"width:55%\"><\/div> Medium-High<\/div><\/td>\n          <td>Large-scale open blasting where disposal is cheap<\/td>\n        <\/tr>\n      <\/tbody>\n    <\/table>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <p>For a full breakdown of cost-per-cycle calculations, media degradation rates, and a downloadable cost calculator, see our detailed <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-cost-guide-price-per-pound-roi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blasting Media Cost Guide &amp; ROI Analysis<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"bm-highlight\">\n    <span class=\"bm-highlight-label\">ROI Rule of Thumb<\/span>\n    When operating a recirculating blast cabinet at 8+ hours per day, aluminum oxide typically delivers the lowest 12-month total cost of any abrasive \u2014 even at 4\u20135\u00d7 the purchase price of slag \u2014 because its 150+ cycle life spreads fixed media cost across an enormous production volume. Run the numbers before defaulting to the cheapest unit price.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2 id=\"safety\">8. Safety Requirements, Regulations &amp; Best Practices<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Abrasive blasting is one of the most hazardous industrial operations in terms of both acute injury risk (high-pressure abrasive stream, rebound particles, noise) and chronic occupational illness risk (silicosis, heavy metal toxicity). Compliance with the following requirements is non-negotiable in any professional operation.<\/p>\n\n  <h3>Regulatory Framework<\/h3>\n  <ul>\n    <li><strong>OSHA (USA):<\/strong> 29 CFR 1910.94 (ventilation); 29 CFR 1926.57 (construction); PEL for respirable crystalline silica: 50 \u00b5g\/m\u00b3 (8-hour TWA) under OSHA&#8217;s 2016 Silica Standard.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>EU \/ EH40 (UK):<\/strong> WEL for respirable silica: 0.1 mg\/m\u00b3; EU Directive 2017\/2398 governs occupational exposure to carcinogens including crystalline silica.<\/li>\n    <li><strong>ISO \/ EN Standards:<\/strong> ISO 11126 series (metallic abrasives), ISO 11127 (non-metallic abrasives), ISO 8501\u20138504 (surface cleanliness and preparation).<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <h3>Essential PPE and Controls<\/h3>\n  <ul class=\"bm-safety-list\">\n    <li>Supplied-air respirator (Type CE blast hood or SCBA) \u2014 never rely on half-mask respirators in abrasive blasting operations.<\/li>\n    <li>Blast suit or heavy-duty coverall with neck protection; leather or reinforced gloves rated for abrasive impact.<\/li>\n    <li>Hearing protection: blast nozzle noise typically exceeds 110 dB \u2014 double protection (earplugs + muffs) is recommended.<\/li>\n    <li>Safety boots (steel-toed) and shin guards if working in high-rebound environments.<\/li>\n    <li>Engineering controls: ventilated blast rooms with dust collection, outdoor blasting downwind of workers, wet blasting where RCS limits are strict.<\/li>\n    <li>Silica-free media specification: eliminate crystalline silica sand from all blasting specifications and replace with aluminum oxide, garnet, glass bead, or steel abrasives.<\/li>\n    <li>Pre-blast inspection of hoses, couplings, and blast pot for wear, cracking, or loose fittings \u2014 hose failures cause fatalities.<\/li>\n    <li>Worker health surveillance: baseline and periodic chest X-rays and pulmonary function tests for all regularly exposed workers.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <p>Choosing silica-free blasting media is the single most impactful step an operation can take to reduce occupational health liability. Our dedicated <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-safety-guide-silica-risks-ppe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blasting Media Safety Guide<\/a> covers regulatory compliance, medical surveillance requirements, and PPE selection in full detail.<\/p>\n\n  <h2 id=\"faq\">9. Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n  <div class=\"bm-faq\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\">\n\n    <div class=\"bm-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n      <button class=\"bm-faq-q\" onclick=\"bmToggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n        <span itemprop=\"name\">What is the difference between blasting media and sandblasting?<\/span>\n        <i class=\"bm-faq-icon\">+<\/i>\n      <\/button>\n      <div class=\"bm-faq-a\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n        <div itemprop=\"text\">\n          &#8220;Sandblasting&#8221; is a legacy term for abrasive blasting using silica sand as the abrasive. Today the term is used informally to describe any abrasive blasting process, but the industry has largely moved away from actual silica sand due to silicosis risk. Modern &#8220;sandblasting&#8221; operations use garnet, aluminum oxide, steel grit, glass bead, or other safer media \u2014 collectively called &#8220;blasting media.&#8221; If a contractor or spec sheet still refers to &#8220;sandblasting with silica sand,&#8221; treat that as a serious safety and compliance red flag.\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"bm-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n      <button class=\"bm-faq-q\" onclick=\"bmToggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n        <span itemprop=\"name\">What is the most aggressive blasting media?<\/span>\n        <i class=\"bm-faq-icon\">+<\/i>\n      <\/button>\n      <div class=\"bm-faq-a\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n        <div itemprop=\"text\">\n          Silicon carbide is the hardest and most aggressive commercial blasting media at Mohs 9.5, making it the fastest-cutting option for extremely hard substrates. For general industrial use, coarse steel grit (GL25 or harder) or coarse aluminum oxide (16\u201324 grit) are the most aggressive practical choices for heavy rust, mill scale, or thick coating removal from structural steel. Aggression is a function of both hardness and particle sharpness \u2014 angular abrasives cut faster than spherical ones at the same hardness level.\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"bm-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n      <button class=\"bm-faq-q\" onclick=\"bmToggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n        <span itemprop=\"name\">Can blasting media be reused?<\/span>\n        <i class=\"bm-faq-icon\">+<\/i>\n      <\/button>\n      <div class=\"bm-faq-a\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n        <div itemprop=\"text\">\n          Yes \u2014 most premium blasting media can be reused multiple times when operating in a recirculating system (blast cabinet or blast room with recovery floor and classifier). Steel grit and steel shot offer the highest recycle life (500\u20132,000 cycles in well-maintained systems). Aluminum oxide typically achieves 100\u2013200 cycles. Glass bead and garnet degrade more quickly (20\u201350 cycles and 3\u20135 cycles respectively). Single-use media such as copper slag and coal slag cannot be practically reclaimed and should only be specified where low purchase cost and easy waste disposal outweigh recyclability benefits.\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"bm-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n      <button class=\"bm-faq-q\" onclick=\"bmToggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n        <span itemprop=\"name\">What blasting media should I use for automotive restoration?<\/span>\n        <i class=\"bm-faq-icon\">+<\/i>\n      <\/button>\n      <div class=\"bm-faq-a\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n        <div itemprop=\"text\">\n          For automotive restoration, media selection depends on the component. For heavy structural components (frame, control arms, axles): aluminum oxide 80\u2013120 grit or fine garnet will remove rust and mill scale effectively. For body panels and thin sheet metal: glass bead or plastic media are preferred to avoid warping. For aluminum alloy wheels: glass bead or fine aluminum oxide. Never use steel grit or coarse slag on automotive body panels \u2014 the heat and mechanical stress will cause distortion that is expensive to correct. Our complete <a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-for-automotive-restoration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">automotive restoration blasting guide<\/a> covers component-by-component recommendations.\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"bm-faq-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n      <button class=\"bm-faq-q\" onclick=\"bmToggleFaq(this)\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n        <span itemprop=\"name\">What blasting media is best for removing rust from steel?<\/span>\n        <i class=\"bm-faq-icon\">+<\/i>\n      <\/button>\n      <div class=\"bm-faq-a\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n        <div itemprop=\"text\">\n          For rust removal from carbon or structural steel, the best media choices are: aluminum oxide (36\u201380 grit) for cabinet or room blasting \u2014 it cuts fast, creates an excellent anchor profile for primer, and recycles well; garnet (30\u201380 mesh) for outdoor or open blasting where low dust is important; steel grit for high-volume automated blast rooms. The target cleanliness grade is typically Sa 2.5 (ISO 8501-1) or SSPC-SP 10 near-white metal for heavy corrosion prior to protective coating application.\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2 id=\"sourcing\">10. Sourcing Blasting Media: What to Look for in a Supplier<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Selecting the right supplier is as important as selecting the right media. Inconsistent grit sizing, high contaminant levels, or poor batch-to-batch quality will show up as variable surface profiles, unexpected substrate damage, or coating adhesion failures on the production floor. When evaluating a blasting media supplier, apply the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n  <h3>Quality Standards and Testing<\/h3>\n  <p>Ask for material test reports (MTRs) on every shipment, covering: particle size distribution (sieve analysis to ISO 11126\/11127 or FEPA standards), hardness, free silica content (particularly for garnet and crushed glass), conductivity\/chloride content, and oil contamination. Suppliers who cannot provide batch-level test certificates should not be trusted for precision applications.<\/p>\n\n  <h3>Consistency Across Batches<\/h3>\n  <p>The biggest hidden cost in blasting operations is variability. If your aluminum oxide 80 grit produces a 55 \u00b5m profile in one delivery and a 75 \u00b5m profile in the next, your coating system may fail \u2014 and the rework cost will dwarf the cost of the media itself. Establish an approved supplier list with clear incoming inspection criteria before approving any new source.<\/p>\n\n  <h3>Packaging, Labeling, and Logistics<\/h3>\n  <p>Standard industry packaging for dry blasting abrasives is 25 kg multi-ply paper bags or 1,000 kg big bags (super sacks). Confirm that moisture barriers are adequate for sea freight \u2014 wet aluminum oxide or garnet can clump and cause feed problems in blast pots. Ensure country-of-origin documentation and any required material safety data sheets (SDS\/MSDS) are included with every shipment for customs clearance and EHS compliance.<\/p>\n\n  <h3>Technical Support<\/h3>\n  <p>A capable supplier should be able to recommend specific grades for your application, provide technical data on surface profile and consumption rate per m\u00b2, and assist with troubleshooting if quality issues arise. Transactional-only suppliers who cannot engage on applications engineering are a risk for any operation where blasting is a critical process step.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"bm-info\">\n    <strong>About Jiangsu Henglihong Technology Co., Ltd.:<\/strong> We are a China-based manufacturer and exporter of industrial abrasive media, supplying aluminum oxide, garnet, glass bead, silicon carbide, and specialty abrasives to industrial buyers in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. All products are manufactured under ISO 9001-certified quality management systems with full batch traceability and material test certification on request.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h3>Related In-Depth Resources<\/h3>\n  <p>This pillar page is the hub of a comprehensive technical library on blasting media. Explore the full topic cluster below to go deeper on any specific area:<\/p>\n\n  <ul>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/types-of-blasting-media-complete-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Types of Blasting Media \u2014 Complete Guide<\/a> \u2014 all 12+ media types with detailed technical specs<\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/how-to-choose-the-right-blasting-media\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Choose the Right Blasting Media<\/a> \u2014 decision framework, substrate matrix, grit selection tables<\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/aluminum-oxide-blast-media-uses-grit-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aluminum Oxide Blast Media: Uses &amp; Grit Guide<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/glass-bead-blasting-media-finish-applications\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glass Bead Blasting Media: Finish &amp; Applications<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/garnet-blasting-media-eco-friendly-high-performance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Garnet Blasting Media \u2014 Eco-Friendly &amp; High Performance<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/steel-grit-vs-steel-shot-which-should-you-use\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Steel Grit vs Steel Shot: Which Should You Use?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/plastic-blast-media-for-aerospace-automotive\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Plastic Blast Media for Aerospace &amp; Automotive<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/silicon-carbide-blast-media-hardest-abrasive-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Silicon Carbide Blast Media: Hardest Abrasive Explained<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-for-automotive-restoration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blasting Media for Automotive Restoration<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/industrial-surface-prep-best-blasting-media-for-metal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Industrial Surface Prep: Best Blasting Media for Metal<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/eco-friendly-blasting-media-low-dust-silica-free-options\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eco-Friendly Blasting Media: Low-Dust &amp; Silica-Free Options<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-cost-guide-price-per-pound-roi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blasting Media Cost Guide: Price per Pound &amp; ROI<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-comparison-blasting-media-chart\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blasting Media Comparison Chart (All Types)<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/resource\/blog\/blasting-media-safety-guide-silica-risks-ppe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Blasting Media Safety Guide: Silica Risks &amp; PPE<\/a><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <!-- CTA -->\n  <div class=\"bm-cta\">\n    <h2>Ready to Source the Right Blasting Media?<\/h2>\n    <p>Our technical team helps industrial buyers select the correct abrasive grade, grit size, and packaging for their specific application \u2014 with competitive pricing, full QC documentation, and reliable export logistics.<\/p>\n    <a class=\"bm-cta-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/hlh-js.com\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Request a Quote or Sample<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <!-- AUTHOR BOX -->\n  <div class=\"bm-author\">\n    <div class=\"bm-author-avatar\" aria-hidden=\"true\">HLH<\/div>\n    <div>\n      <div class=\"bm-author-name\">Technical Editorial Team \u2014 Jiangsu Henglihong Technology Co., Ltd.<\/div>\n      <p class=\"bm-author-bio\">This guide is produced by the technical and marketing team at Jiangsu Henglihong Technology, a manufacturer and exporter of industrial abrasive media based in Jiangsu, China. 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