HIGH-PURITY MINERAL
Chemical Grade Barite
Barium Sulfate — BaSO₄
Overview
Chemical-grade barite is a high-purity mineral with high whiteness and low iron content. It is used as a raw material to produce barium compounds, pigments, and products for the rubber, plastics, paint, and glass industries.
Typical Analysis
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| BaSO₄ | > 95% |
| Fe₂O₃ | < 0.3% |
| SiO₂ | < 2% |
| Whiteness | > 90% |
Applications
- Paints and coatings
- Plastics and rubber
- Barium compounds
- Glass
- Paper
- Selected specialty and medical applications
Barite can be used as a mineral filler to improve whiteness, density, and selected physical properties in industrial formulations.