Metals and Minerals

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Aluminium, Antimony, Copper, Zinc, Tin and Magnesium

Kaolin

Kaolin, a naturally occurring clay mineral with the chemical formula Al2Si2O5(OH)4, is a versatile product increasingly in demand across various industries. Known for its superior properties, kaolin is essential in ceramics, paper production, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and more. As a reliable supplier, Ishtar Company takes pride in providing high-quality kaolin and offers a variety of grades to meet specific application needs. While we won't delve into specific pricing details, we assure competitive rates aligned with market standards. With years of experience, Ishtar Company maintains a robust supply chain, ensuring continuous availability of kaolin. Trust us for all your kaolin needs, backed by our extensive network and strategic partnerships. Key manufacturers in the global kaolin market include Imerys, BASF, KaMin LLC, Thiele Kaolin Company, and SCR-Sibelco.

Bentonit

Monoethanolamine (MEA) is a colorless, viscous, and toxic liquid produced from the reaction of ethylene oxide and aqueous ammonia. It has an unpleasant ammonia-like odor and a chemical formula of C₂H₇O₂. Packaging and Transportation: MEA is packaged in liquid form in IBC tanks, barrels, ISO tanks, and tanker trucks. Transportation options depend on the order volume, location, and delivery time, with available methods including rail, road, sea, and air. Ishtar Company offers customized products and packaging to meet customer needs.

Hematite

Hematite is a mineral form of iron(III) oxide (Fe₂O₃) and a primary iron ore. It crystallizes in a rhombohedral structure, appearing in colors from black to reddish-brown. While magnetite has a higher iron content, hematite is more abundant and widely used. It serves as a high-density weighting agent in drilling fluids, achieving mud weights over 20.0 ppg in water-based and 19.0 ppg in oil-based fluids. With a specific gravity greater than 5.05, hematite is denser than barite (4.1), allowing for lower solid concentrations and improving rheological properties, drilling rates, and overall mud costs.

Magnesium oxide

Magnesium oxide (MgO), a white, hygroscopic mineral derived from the calcination of magnesium compounds, is a valuable refractory material known for its high thermal conductivity and low electrical conductivity. It is primarily used in the refractory industry, consuming about 56% of global production, with additional applications in agriculture, chemistry, construction, and environmental remediation. MgO serves as an anti-caking agent in food products, is approved by the FDA, and is also used as an electrical insulator in heating elements and to enhance the toughness of ceramics by inhibiting grain growth.

Calcium Carbonate

Calcium carbonate (CaCO₃) is a widely occurring mineral, primarily found in limestone, and exists as a white, odorless powder or colorless crystals that are nearly insoluble in water. It is extensively used across various industries due to its versatile applications. In the paper, plastics, paint, and coatings sectors, it serves as a common filler and pigment, enhancing brightness and smoothness in paper products. Additionally, CaCO₃ acts as a dietary calcium supplement, an antacid, and a base ingredient in products like baking powder and toothpaste. In construction, it is critical as a building material (e.g., marble) and as a component of cement, contributing to the production of bricks, concrete blocks, and tiles.

Barite

Barite is a mineral composed of barium sulfate (BaSO₄), named after the Greek word "barus," meaning "heavy." With a specific gravity of 4.5, it is ideal for various industrial and medical uses. Its primary application is as a weighting agent in drilling fluids for oil and gas exploration, helping to balance high pressures during drilling. Barite's softness prevents damage to drilling tools and its non-magnetic properties avoid interference with magnetic readings. In medicine, high-purity barite is used in X-rays to outline the gastrointestinal system for diagnostic purposes.