Barite

Natural barium sulfate (BaSO4) is a mineral with a relatively high compacted apparent density (3.80 g/cm3 to 4.2 g/cm3), it is available in different colors and is supplied in the following granulometries/meshes: 100, 325, 400, 500 and micronized.

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Barite (natural barium sulfate) is a relatively inert product in alkaline and acidic environments, in addition to being insoluble in water. It is widely used as an agent controlling the density of oil well drilling muds/fluids, acoustic insulation, and radiation protection agent (barite mortar). Due to its low oil absorption, high brightness, covering power, opacity, and resistance (chemical and abrasion), it is widely used as a mineral additive, pigment, and titanium extender in a wide range of paint formulations. It is also used in the manufacture of sports materials in the manufacture of balls (bowling, billiards, golf, and tennis) for acoustic insulation.​

Main applications in the industries: Rubber, Ceramics, Mattresses/Foam, Civil Construction (high-density concrete and mortars), Friction (brakes, tarpaulins, and clutches), Pigments, Oil, Polymers, Plastics, Radiological protection, Chemicals, Glass, Paints/Varnishes, etc.