Abstract: Attapulgite is a kind of mineral with particular structure，characterisitcs and wide application. The paper reviews its mineral characteristics，modification mechanism and products application. It discusses the application and development prospect of attapulgite products in organic-inorganic composites and catalyst.

摘要： 凹凸棒黏土是一种具有独特结构、性质和广泛用途的工业矿物。本文综述了凹凸棒黏土的矿物特性、改性机理及应用等方面的研究，着重介绍了凹凸棒黏土在有机-无机复合高分子材料和催化剂方面的研究进展。