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We are one of the pioneers in offering Minerals and Ores of optimum quality standards. Processed using premium quality standars and processing, our industrial minerals are in compliance with international quality standards.
Calcium Carbonate
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Color | White |
State Of Matter | Powder |
Density | 2.71 g/cm3 |
Formula | CaCO3 |
Molar mass | 100.0869 g/mol |
Melting point | 825 C |
Use | Industrial |
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- In the oil industry, calcium carbonate is added to drilling fluids as a formation-bridging and filter cake-sealing agent; it is also a weighting material which increases the density of drilling fluids to control the downhole pressure. Calcium carbonate is added to swimming pools, as a pH corrector for maintaining alkalinity and offsetting the acidic properties of the disinfectant agent.
- Calcium carbonate has traditionally been a major component of blackboard chalk. However, modern manufactured chalk is mostly gypsum, hydrated calcium sulfate CaSO4·2H2O. Calcium carbonate is a main source for growing Seacrete, or Biorock. Precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC), pre-dispersed in slurry form, is a common filler material for latex gloves with the aim of achieving maximum saving in material and production costs.
- Fine ground calcium carbonate (GCC) is an essential ingredient in the microporous film used in babies' diapers and some building films as the pores are nucleated around the calcium carbonate particles during the manufacture of the film by biaxial stretching.
- GCC or PCC is used as a filler in paper because they are cheaper than wood fiber. In terms of market volume, GCC are the most important types of fillers currently used.
- Printing and writing paper can contain 10–20% calcium carbonate. In North America, calcium carbonate has begun to replace kaolin in the production of glossy paper. Europe has been practicing this as alkaline papermaking or acid-free papermaking for some decades. PCC has a very fine and controlled particle size, on the order of 2 micrometres in diameter, useful in coatings for paper.
- Calcium carbonate is widely used as an extender in paints, in particular matte emulsion paint where typically 30% by weight of the paint is either chalk or marble.
- It is also a popular filler in plastics. Some typical examples include around 15 to 20% loading of chalk in unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (uPVC) drain pipe, 5 to 15% loading of stearate coated chalk or marble in uPVC window profile.
- PVC cables can use calcium carbonate at loadings of up to 70 phr (parts per hundred parts of resin) to improve mechanical properties (tensile strength and elongation) and electrical properties (volume resistivity).
- Polypropylene compounds are often filled with calcium carbonate to increase rigidity, a requirement that becomes important at high use temperatures. Here the percentage is often 20–40%. It also routinely used as a filler in thermosetting resins (sheet and bulk molding compounds) and has also been mixed with ABS, and other ingredients, to form some types of compression molded "clay" poker chips.
- Precipitated calcium carbonate, made by dropping calcium oxide into water, is used by itself or with additives as a white paint, known as whitewashing.
- Calcium carbonate is added to a wide range of trade and do it yourself adhesives, sealants, and decorating fillers.
Silica Powder
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Molar Mass | 60.08 g/mol |
Type | Adsorbent |
Adsorbent Variety | Silica Gel |
Specific Gravity | 2.1 |
Color | White |
Formula | SiO2 |
Density | 2.65 g/cm3 |
Usage: Coating Auxiliary Agents, Electronics Chemicals, Leather Auxiliary Agents, Paper Chemicals, Petroleum Additives, Plastic Auxiliary Agents, Rubber Auxiliary Agents, Surfactants, Textile Auxiliary Agents, Water Treatment Chemicals, black oil decolorization
Lime Powder
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Usage/Application | Industrial |
Raw Material | Calcite |
Size | 200-1800 Mesh |
Whiteness | Grater than 98% |
Moisture | Less than 0.2% |
Physical Form | Powder |
Quartz Silica Powder
We are termed as one of the steadfast White Quartz Silica Powder Exporters from India. Quartz> from our house is becoming famous at a tremendous pace. We are bringing finest Quartz Silica Powder/ forth to suffice the fierce requirements of end users. An unparalleled invention of mankind, our Natural Quartz Powder has been ruling the hearts of customers across the boundaries. Our name is occupying an unsurpassed position, as we provide cost effective quartz powder that too within the stipulated time limit.
Silica powder:
- Quartz powder/ Silicon Dioxide: We are also manufacturing Silica powder. This is natural silica having purity of more than 99.80% Sio2. This silica powder comes in extra super snow white color, the whiteness in A grade silica is more than 98%. Silica powder is available in 100 mesh, 200 mesh, 300 mesh, 500 mesh and also 10 microns D-97. The average particle size in Micronized Silica powder in below 5 microns.
Uses of Quartz/Silica Powder:
- Paints
- Glass
- Ceramics
- Rubber
- Linoleum Flooring
- Plastics
- Refractories
- Welding electrodes
Additional Information:
- Item Code: M7
Dicalcium Phosphate
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State of Matter | Powder |
Use | Industrial |
Formula | CaHPO4 |
Molar Mass | 136.06g/mol |
Density | 2.929g/cm3 |
Solubility in water | 0.02 g/100 mL |
Wood Charcoal
Minimum Order Quantity: 10000 Kg
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We manufacture a wide range of Wood Charcoal for our clients. We manufacture these products using superior quality raw material and have more ferrous content. These products are in huge demand and are widely appreciated by our clients across the globe. The products manufactured by us are made keeping in mind the needs and requirements of our clients. These products are as per the set international norms and have wide applicability. We are also stockist of Tamil Nadu;Orissa and Andhra Pradesh Charcoal.
Listed below are some of the main feature of these products:
- Low moisture
- Fixed carbon content
- Less ash content
- More ferrous content
These products have their applicability in the following:
- Lead Smelting
- Hotels
- Industrial consumer
- Domestic consumer
- Ferro Alloys Plants
- Boilers fuels
Additional Information:
- Item Code: M5
Quartz Silica Sand
Unexpanded Perlite Ore
Earthing Charcoal
Coal is added to maintain moisture and enhance conductivity, as it is a form ofcarbon. Adding salt around the earthing electrode maintains the ions and helps in expediting the outflow of fault current. ... Charcoal is carbon, a good conductor of electricity.
Earthing Bentonite
Earthing Compound - Bentonite and Marconite. Bentonite is a moisture retaining clay used as an earth electrode back-fill to help lower soil resistivity. The Bentonite clay is a sodium activated montmorillonite which when mixed with water swells to many times its original volume.
Chuna Powder
Calcined Magnesite Powder
Minimum Order Quantity: 10000 kg
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State | Powder |
Formula | MgO |
Molar mass | 40.3044 g/mol |
Melting point | 2,852 C |
Density | 3.58 g/cm3 |
Soluble in | Ammonia |
We offer high grade Calcined Magnesite Powder. The Calcined Magnesite Powder> that we deal is as well popular with the name of Magnesium oxide/. We provide Calcined Magnesite Powder/ that is available from 70% to 85% range. Calcined Magnesite also known as Magnesium Oxide*(MGO).Calcined Magnesite also availble in Lump form.
Attributes:
- Reliable
- Well High purity
- packed
- High solubility in water
Applications:
- Oxy-chloride Flooring
- Sorel Cement for binding abrasives (Grinding Wheel Industry)
- Abrasive bricks for grinding and polishing industry
- Boiler lagging, Magnesium Chemicals, Fertilizers, Animal Feeds, etc.
"We are leading exporter of magnesite powder in Eastern India mainly Kolkata, Bihar, Jharkhand, Orissa, Assam, Siliguri, Durgapur, Asansol, Ranchi, Dhanbad & Bhutan region."
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- Item Code: M6
Graphite Powder
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Density | 2.09-2.23 g/cm3 |
Usage/Application | Industrial |
Brand | Akshar |
Color | Grey |
Form | Powder |
Mohs Scale Hardness | 1-2 |
We specify below our range of products with their applications:
S.No | Item Code | Specifications | Application |
1 | M-25 | Fixed carbon = 25-30% -100(mesh) =90%(min) | Die coating of cast iron moulds in foundries |
2 | M-40 | Fixed Carbon= 40~42%, -200 (ASTM Mesh) = 85% (Min) | Die coating of moulds in foundries |
3 | M-50 | Fixed Carbon= 45~50%, -200 (ASTM Mesh) = 85% (Min) | Die coating of moulds in foundries |
4 | M-60 | Fixed Carbon= 55~60%, -200 (ASTM Mesh) = 85% (Min) | Die coating of moulds in foundries |
5 | M-70 | Fixed Carbon = 70-75%, -200 (ASTM Mesh) = 85%(Min) | Die coating of moulds in foundries |
6 | M-80 | Fixed carbon = 80%, -200 (ASTM Mesh) = 85%(Min) | Ingot moulds manufacturing |
7 | M-85 | Fixed Carbon= 85% (Min), -200 (ASTM Mesh) = 85% (Min) | Manufacturing pencil ,high temperature lubricant’s. |
8 | M-90 | Fixed Carbon= 90~92%, -100 (ASTM Mesh) = 85% (Min) | Manufacturing ingot moulds |
9 | MM-92 | Fixed Carbon= 92~94%, -100 (ASTM Mesh) = 85% (Min) | Manufacturing pencil ,high temperature lubricant’s |
Light Magnesium Oxide
Physical State | Powder |
Usage | Industrial |
Brand | Akshar Exim |
Formula | MgO |
Molar mass | 40.3044 g/mol |
Melting point | 2,852 C |
We are offering a broad assortment of Light Magnesium Oxide. Sourced from the reliable vendors of the market, offered light magnesium oxide is formulated using high quality ingredients in adherence with the international quality standards & norms. Clients can avail offered chemicals from us at industry leading chemicals.
These chemicals are widely appreciated among the clients for their following superb attributes:
- Effectiveness
- Longer shelf life
- Precise pH value
- Accurate composition
Marble Dust Powder
Usage/Application | Industrial |
Physical State | Powder |
Packaging Size | 25 Kg |
Colour | Snow White |
Package Type | Bag |
Raw Material | Marble |
Mesh Size | 0/350, 100 Mesh |
Limestone Powder
Minimum Order Quantity: 1000 Metric Ton(s)
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Color | White |
Density | 2.71 g/cm3 |
Molar Mass | 100.0869 g/mol |
Melting point | 825 C |
Form | Powder |
Silicon | As SiO2 01.64 % |
Aluminum | Al2O3 00.28 % |
Iron | As Fe2O3 00.14 % |
Calcium | As CaO 54.32 % |
Calcium As | CaCO3 97.00 % |
Magnesium | As MgO 00.40 % |
Magnesium As | MgCO3 00.84 % |
Loss on Ignition | 43.08 % |
Our clients can avail from us a quality Limestone Powder as per the specifications mentioned. These are well known for unique features. This limestone powder/ is available at reasonable prices to our clients. they are used in various industries such as power and heat industry, construction industry, glass making etc. We offer them with quality materials in manufacture which have durability and reliability. They are nontoxic and accurate in application.
Uses of Limestone:
Limestone is Very Common in Architecture:
- Limestone was also a very popular building block in the middle Ages in the areas where it occurred since it is hard, durable, and commonly occurs in easily accessible surface exposures. Many medieval churches and castles in Europe are made of limestone. Beer stone was a popular kind of limestone for medieval buildings in southern England.
- Limestone and marble are very reactive to acid solutions, making acid rain a significant problem. Many limestone statues and building surfaces have suffered severe damage due to acid rain. Acid-based cleaning chemicals can also etch limestone, which should only be cleaned with a neutral or mild alkaline-based cleaner.
Other Uses Include:
- The manufacture of quicklime (calcium oxide) and slaked lime (calcium hydroxide).
- Cement and mortar.
- Pulverized limestone is used as a soil conditioner to neutralize acidic soil conditions.
- Crushed for use as aggregate-the solid base for many roads.
- Geological formations of limestone are among the best petroleum reservoirs.
- As a reagent in desulfurisation.
- Glass making
- Added to paper, plastics, paint, tiles, and other materials as both white pigment and cheap filler.
- Toothpaste
- Suppression of methane explosions in underground coal mines.
- Added to bread and cereals as a source of calcium.
- Chemical industries
- Cattle feed industries
- PVC pipe and cable compounding industries
Lime Stone Powder is Being Used as Filler in Following Industries:
- Rubber
- Paints
- Ceramic Industries
- Plastic
- Soap & Detergents
- Mosaic Tiles
- Paper Mill
- Welding Electrode
- Fertilizer & other industries
Additional Information:
- Item Code: M3
- Packaging Details: 50 Kg HDPE Bag
Dolomite Powder
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Form | Powder |
Calcium Carbonate | 51 to 56% |
Magnesium carbonate | AS MgCO3 42 to 45% |
Mix Oxides | 1 to 3% |
Silicon dioxide | 0.5 to 2.5% |
Loss On Ignition | 41 to 44% |
Specialty: Its production mainly reported from Madhya Pradesh, Bhutan and Rajasthan. It is also exported to Bangladesh. It also consumed in fertilizer industry Right quantity of dolomite in furnace give good fluxing effect and helps in completion of reaction in the melt. Dolomite divided into two grades in steel and Ferro-alloys industries.
Typical Properties of Dolomite:
- Less reactive
- Better acid resistance
- Increases flow rates because of its higher Bulk Density and Sp. Gravity
- Higher Production rate
Application of Dolomite:
- Rigid PVC pipes
- An additive for Thermoplastic and as a hardning agent for Rubber industry
- Power Coating, Paints and Ceramic industry
- Reinforced Polyster glass fibre
- Leather cloth and Flooring applications
- Detergent applications
- Glass Industry (In manufacturing Sheet & Optical Glasses)
Our grades of Dolomite powder are available in 300 Mesh to 700 Mesh BSS standard and in Micronise grades Our grades are available in top cut 5, 10, 15 & 20 Microns with Brightness ranging from 85% to 95% and with Mgo contents ranging from 19% to 22%.
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- Item Code: M11
Fluorspar Lumps
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Packaging Type | MT Jumbo Bag |
Calcium fluoride | 90% min |
Silicon dioxide | 8 % max |
S | 0.50% max |
P | 0.05% max |
Size | 10-50 mm (90 % min) |
Origin | China |
Features:
- Pure
- Dependable
- Natural
- Free From Foreign Impurities
Other Details:
- Ca F2 : 90% min
- Si O2 : 8 % max
- S : 0.50% max
- P : 0.05% max
Packed In:
- MT Jumbo Bag
Make:
- China
Size:
- 10-50 mm (90 % min)
Zircon Sand
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State | Powdered |
Material | ZrO2+HfO2 |
Silicon dioxide | 32 % |
Zircon sand | 80-120 MESH |
Bulk density | 170-180 lb/ft3; 2700 kg/m3 |
Melting point | 4000F, 2550c |
Loss on ignition | 0.02%-0.12% |
Zeolite Granules
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Packaging Type | Bag |
Color | White |
Shaoe | Round |
Size | 2-4 mm |
Application | Industrial |
Zeolites are widely used as ion-exchange beds in domestic and commercial water purification, softening, and other applications. In chemistry, zeolites are used to separate molecules (only molecules of certain sizes and shapes can pass through), and as traps for molecules so they can be analyzed.
Graphite Granules
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Usage/Application | Industrial |
Size | 2-10mm |
Color | Grey |
Form | Granules |
Brand | Akshar Exim |
Density | 2.09-2.23 g/cm3 |
Our domain expertise has enabled us to come up with a wide array of quality-assured Graphite Granules, Size:2-10mm which is processed using excellent quality ingredients at our vendors end. Offered graphite granules finds vast application in various industries such as refractories and furnace. The offered array of graphite granules is widely appreciated among the clients for their high carbon content and low sulphur.
Zircon Flour
State | Powdered |
Material | ZrO2+HfO2 |
Silicon dioxide | 32 % |
Zircon flour size | 325 MESH |
Bulk density | 170-180 lb/ft3; 2700 kg/m3 |
Melting point | 4000F, 2550c |
Loss on ignition | 0.02%-0.12% |
Feldspar Powder
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Application areas:
- Ceramic industries
- Glazing
- Special fruits
- Tableware manufacturing
Features:
- Most essential minerals
Other Details:
- Feldspar is a common raw material used in glassmaking, ceramics, and to some extent as a filler and extender in paint, plastics, and rubber. In glassmaking, alumina from feldspar improves product hardness, durability, and resistance to chemical corrosion. In ceramics, the alkalis in feldspar (calcium oxide, potassium oxide, and sodium oxide) act as a flux, lowering the melting temperature of a mixture.
- Fluxes melt at an early stage in the firing process, forming a glassy matrix that bonds the other components of the system together. In the US, about 66% of feldspar is consumed in glassmaking, including glass containers and glass fiber. Pottery (including electrical insulators, sanitaryware, tableware, and tile) and other uses, such as fillers, accounted for the remainder.
Mica Powder
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The leading use of dry-ground Mica Powder in the US is in joint compound for filling and finishing seams and blemishes in gypsum wallboard (drywall). The mica acts as a filler and extender, provides a smooth consistency, improves the workability of the compound, and provides resistance to cracking. In 2008, joint compound accounted for 54% of dry-ground mica consumption. In the paint industry, ground mica is used as a pigment extender that also facilitates suspension, reduces chalking, prevents shrinking and shearing of the paint film, increases resistance of the paint film to water penetration and weathering, and brightens the tone of colored pigments. Mica also promotes paint adhesion in aqueous and oleoresinous formulations. Consumption of dry-ground mica in paint, the second ranked use, accounted for 22% of the dry-ground mica used in 2008.
Other Details:
- Ground mica is used in the well-drilling industry as an additive to drilling fluids. The coarsely ground mica flakes help prevent the loss of circulation by sealing porous sections of the drill hole. Well drilling muds accounted for 15% of dry-ground mica use in 2008. The plastics industry used dry-ground mica as an extender and filler, especially in parts for automobiles as lightweight insulation to suppress sound and vibration. Mica is used in plastic automobile fascia and fenders as a reinforcing material, providing improved mechanical properties and increased dimensional stability, stiffness, and strength. Mica-reinforced plastics also have high-heat dimensional stability, reduced warpage, and the best surface properties of any filled plastic composite. In 2008, consumption of dry-ground mica in plastic applications accounted for 2% of the market. The rubber industry used ground mica as an inert filler and mold release compound in the manufacture of molded rubber products, such as tires and roofing. The platy texture acts as an antiblocking, antisticking agent. Rubber mold lubricant accounted for 1.5% of the dry-ground mica used in 2008. As a rubber additive, mica reduces gas permeation and improves resiliency.
- Dry-ground mica is used in the production of rolled roofing and asphalt shingles, where it serves as a surface coating to prevent sticking of adjacent surfaces. The coating is not absorbed by freshly manufactured roofing because mica’s platy structure is unaffected by the acid in asphalt or by weather conditions. Mica is used in decorative coatings on wallpaper, concrete, stucco, and tile surfaces.
- It also is used as an ingredient in flux coatings on welding rods, in some special greases, and as coatings for core and mold release compounds, facing agents, and mold washes in foundry applications.
- Dry-ground phlogopite mica is used in automotive brake linings and clutch plates to reduce noise and vibration (asbestos substitute); as sound-absorbing insulation for coatings and polymer systems; in reinforcing additives for polymers to increase strength and stiffness and to improve stability to heat, chemicals, and ultraviolet (UV) radiation; in heat shields and temperature insulation; in industrial coating additive to decrease the permeability of moisture and hydrocarbons; and in polar polymer formulations to increase the strength of epoxies, nylons, and polyesters.
- Mica is also used as an insulator in concrete block, home attics, and can be poured into walls (usually in retrofitting uninsulated open top walls). Mica may also be used as a soil conditioner, especially in potting soil mixes and in gardening plots. Greases used for axles are composed of a compound of fatty oils to which mica, tar or graphite is added to increase the durability of the grease and give it a better surface.
Magnesite Powder
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Solubility | Effervesces in hot HCl |
Specific Gravity | 3.0 - 3.2 |
Physical State | Powder |
State | Powder |
Formula | MgCO3 |
Application | Steel Plant, Fertilizer |
One can avail from us a wide array of thinner based Magnesite Powder. Our thinner based Magnesite Paint has excellent suspension characteristics and a very high filter enabling better-covering properties. Magnesite Paint develops a thick coating in a single application. Moreover, it gives an even, smooth and well adherent layer of refractory filler on the mould/core surface.
Features:
- High-quality material
- Reasonable price
- Highly demanded
Copper Slag
Copper slag is mainly used for surface blast-cleaning. Abrasive blasting is used toclean and shape the surface of metal, stone, concrete and other materials.
Calcined Petroleum Coke
Calcined Alumina Powder
Limestone Lumps
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Grade | Industrial Grade |
Specification:
- Size: 10-100 mm
Calcite Powder
Minimum Order Quantity: 1000 Metric Ton(s)
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We provide high quality Calcite Powder that is a natural form of calcium carbonate. Our Calcite Mineral Powder is widely used in various industries like plastic, paint, rubber and so on. Also, we manufacture our White Calcite Powder under the best manufacturing conditions so that there is no compromise in their quality. Our calcite powder can be availed at the most affordable prices possible. We have firmly positioned ourselves as one of the major Calcite Mineral Powder Manufacturers and Suppliers based in India.
Uses & Commercial Importance:
- Micronized Calcite powder is basically used as a filler in innumerable industries. The fine powdered form of calcite has variety of uses depending upon the whiteness, purity in terms of CaCo3 content and plastic Micronized size which range from 20 microns to 5 microns.
- Micronized Calcite powder is mainly used as extenders in all type of paint industries and filler for polymers, rigid PVC pipes, PVC profiles & flooring, HDPE pipes filled PP, colour master batches, ink, paper coating, pharmaceutical and rubber industries.
- Calcite is a natural calcium carbonate with extremely high whiteness, purity and free flowing in nature. It is widely used in Thermoplastic application because of its compatibility with polymers and other organic additives.
- It acts as a spacing extender, increasing efficiency of pigment TiO2.Calcite is also of bio-organic origin but more compacted than Chalk. Best quality calcite is found in Rajasthan.
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- Item Code: M1
- Packaging Details: 50 Kg HDPE Bag
Zeolite Powder
Grade | Technical |
Form of Chemicals | Powder |
Color | White |
Usage/Application | Industrial |
Brand | Alshar Exim |
Formula | Na2Al2Si3O10.2H2O |
Zeolites are microporous, aluminosilicate minerals commonly used as commercial adsorbents and catalysts. Zeolites are widely used as ion-exchange beds in domestic and commercial water purification, softening, and other applications.
Zeolites are also widely used as catalysts and sorbents.
Synthetic zeolites are widely used as catalysts in the petrochemical industry.
Glass Powder
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We are into supplying a commendable range of Glass Powder. Extensively used in various industries, these products are formulated at our vendors end using superior quality raw material in accordance to international quality standards. Owing to the purity, durability and precise composition, these products are highly appreciated and demanded among the customers. Further, we make sure that these products are delivered to the customers within the promised time frame.
Guar Gum
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Chromite Sand
Flourspar Powder
Roasted Bentonite
These are widely used as carrier of pesticides ,bio organic liquid formulations ,growth promoters,humic acids etc for soilapplications. Granules are double roasted for better absorption of technicals and slowly release in soil for utilizing by roots . We offer these granules at most competitive prices.
Bentonite Granules
They are widely used as carrier in formulation of pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, bio-pesticides, Plant growth promoter and Bio-fertilizers. Apart from filler, it also benefit as natural soil conditioner. ... If it is mixed with seed while sowing it soften the soil near the seed and help the new roots to grow.
Charcoal
Specification for Charcoal:
Moisture content | 2.39% |
Ash content | 2.04% |
Volatile matter content | 21.95% |
Fixed carbon content | 76.01% |
Calorific value | 7905Kcal/kg |
Perlite Ore- Slax 30
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Customers can avail from us a broad spectrum of best quality Perlite Ore- Slax 30, which is processed by our vendors using superior-grade ingredients. Further, offered perlite ore is formulated by chemical experts in accordance with the industry laid standards. Our patrons can avail offered perlite ore from us at comprehensive prices.
The offered range of perlite ore is highly appreciated among the clients for its following brilliant features:
- Precise pH value
- Effectiveness
- Accurate composition
- Longer shelf life
Bentonite Clay
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Aksharexim is India’s largest and one of the top five players in Bentonite Clay/ globally. The Company has extensive reserves of high quality Sodium and Calcium Bentonite which are mined & processed carefully into several grades. These are in different forms such as dried & crushed lumps, granules, powder to micronized powder, catering to diverse needs of clients. Our Bentonite< products cater to a wide range of industries starting from the conventional usage areas of Iron Ore Pelletisation, Drilling, Metal Casting, Construction, Pet Litter etc. to value added areas such as paper, detergents etc.
Other Details:
- Bentonite- is a highly colloidal clay mineral which gets its name from the place where its presence and usages were first discovered – Fort Benton, America. The multiple properties of bentonite namely hydration, swelling, water absorption, viscosity, thixotropy make it a multi-application product for diverse industries.
- Primarily two varieties of bentonite are available - sodium bentonite (high swelling, gelling and thermal durability) and calcium bentonite (more commonly available worldwide but with less swelling).
- The main uses of bentonite are for drilling mud, binder (e.g. foundry-sand bond, iron ore pelletizer), purifier, absorbent (e.g. pet litter), and as a groundwater barrier.