What type of sand or abrasive is used when sandblasting glass? Is there a special type?

There are all kinds of abrasives that can be used.

Elev8 Premier uses aluminum oxide.  Below are other types of abrasives used for sandblasting.

1. Aluminum oxide
2. Glass beads
3. Crushed glass
4. Plastic abrasive
5. Silicon carbide
6. Walnut shells
7. Corn Cobs