Chromite Ore
Metallurgical Grade | Muslim Bagh & Balochistan
Quick Answer
What is Pakistan Chromite Ore? Chromite Ore sourced from Pakistan is a high-grade industrial mineral known for its premium quality, specifically metallurgical grade | muslim bagh & balochistan. Indus Minerals exports this material in bulk via Karachi Port to markets including China, South Korea, Japan, UAE, Oman.
Indus Ores, Minerals & Resources is a leading supplier of high-grade Muslim Bagh Chromite Ore. Sourced from the prestigious mineral-rich belts of Balochistan, our metallurgical grade ore is globally recognized for its high Cr2O3 content and extremely favorable Chromium-to-Iron (Cr:Fe) ratios, making it the preferred choice for stainless steel smelters worldwide. We ensure that every shipment of Balochistan Chromite meets tight technical specifications.
Infrastructure MilestoneUnder Active Commissioning
KPK Chromite Beneficiation Plant (2,000 MT / Month)
Indus Minerals is actively commissioning a dedicated gravity beneficiation facility in KPK. Utilizing indigenous KPK feed ore, the facility grades up domestic feed into Standard Metallurgical Grade Concentrate (38%–44% Cr₂O₃, with exact assay certified post-commissioning) tailored for ferrochrome smelters.
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Sourcing Guide
Quick Facts: Chromite Ore from Pakistan
Primary Use: Extensively used in china, south-korea, japan, uae, oman industries globally.
Key Advantage: Metallurgical Grade | Muslim Bagh & Balochistan. Sourced directly from premier Pakistani mines.
Logistics: Available for immediate bulk export via Karachi Port (FOB/CIF).
Quality: Verified by third-party inspection (SGS/Alex Stewart) prior to shipment.
What is the chemical composition of Pakistani Chromite Ore?
Typical ranges available from Pakistani origin. Exact specifications subject to contract.
| Parameter | Grade Range |
|---|---|
| Cr2O3 Content | 30% - 42% min |
| Cr:Fe Ratio | 2.4:1 - 2.8:1 |
| SiO2 | 12% max |
| Al2O3 | 14% max |
| MgO | 18% max |
| Size (Lumpy) | 10mm - 150mm (90% min) |
| Size (Fines) | 0mm - 10mm |
| Moisture | 1% max |
| Moisture | 1.0% max (Free Moisture) |
| Packaging / Payload | Bulk in 20ft HD Lined FCL (27-28 MT) or 1.25 MT Jumbo Bags |
Commercial Note
Material is sourced directly from the Muslim Bagh and Balochistan mining districts. Standard export packaging is bulk in 20ft containers. Third-party inspection is available at Karachi port prior to loading.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
Third-Party Inspection
Certified by SGS, Alex Stewart, or equivalent agencies at the port of loading.
Mine-to-Port Traceability
Full documentation and ethical sourcing guarantees from extraction to export.
Export Compliance
Strict adherence to international customs, REACH, FDA, and environmental standards.
Consistent Supply
Reliable logistics network ensuring timely delivery and bulk contract fulfillment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Muslim Bagh Chromite highly rated for smelters?
Muslim Bagh Chromite from Balochistan is highly rated by international smelters for its excellent Chromium-to-Iron (Cr:Fe) ratio, which often exceeds 2.5:1, making it highly efficient for ferrochrome and stainless steel production.
Where is chromite found in Pakistan?
The primary and highest-grade chromite deposits are located in Balochistan, specifically in the Muslim Bagh, Zhob, and Khuzdar districts. Chromite in Pakistan is also found in parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Overall, the chromite ore Pakistan offers is globally recognized for its high quality.
What is your processing infrastructure and beneficiation roadmap?
In addition to our primary lump sorting operations in Balochistan, Indus Minerals is actively commissioning a modern Chromite Beneficiation Plant in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) with a monthly design capacity of 2,000 MT. The plant utilizes indigenous KPK feed ore to produce upgraded metallurgical grade chromite concentrate engineered specifically for ferrochrome smelters.
How is quality and grade assay verified before vessel loading?
Every export lot is sampled directly at our Karachi warehouse and container stuffing terminal by internationally accredited inspection agencies—typically SGS, Alfred H. Knight (AHK), or Intertek. Final Commercial Invoices and Letters of Credit (L/C) are settled strictly against the independent Certificate of Sampling and Analysis (COA).
What are the standard shipping terms and container payloads?
Standard export is executed in 20ft heavy-duty sea containers lined with industrial polyethylene, carrying 27 to 28 Metric Tons per container. We execute contracts under Incoterms 2020 including FOB Karachi Port / Port Qasim and CFR / CIF to major hubs including Tianjin, Qingdao, Shanghai, Busan, and Jebel Ali.
Origin
Balochistan & KPK
Port of Loading
Karachi / Port Qasim
Container Payload
27 - 28 MT / 20ft FCL
Inspection
SGS / AHK Certified
Industrial Processing Expansion
Under Active Commissioning Dedicated Mineral Processing Infrastructure
Chromite Beneficiation Plant in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK)
Indus Minerals is in the process of setting up and commissioning a dedicated Chromite Beneficiation Plant in KPK. Utilizing indigenous run-of-mine feed ore from KPK deposits, this gravity-separation processing facility is engineered to grade up domestic feed ore into standard metallurgical grade chromite concentrate (38%–44% Cr₂O₃, with exact assay confirmed post-commissioning) tailored specifically for high-carbon ferrochrome (HC FeCr) smelters and alloy producers worldwide.
Design Capacity
2,000 MT / Month
High-volume monthly concentrate output
Feed Ore Origin
Indigenous KPK Feed Ore
Direct regional mine-to-plant supply chain
Target Finished Grade
Standard Metallurgical Grade
Target 38% – 44% Cr₂O₃ (Assay certified post-commissioning)
Primary End-Use Industry
Ferrochrome (FeCr) Smelters
Optimal furnace recovery & energy efficiency
Forward Off-Take Inquiries
With commissioning actively underway, Indus Minerals welcomes advance off-take discussions, technical grade alignments, and forward annual allocation arrangements with global ferrochrome smelters.
Certified Export Assays
Chromite Typical Analysis & Export Grade Matrix
Mined in Muslim Bagh, Balochistan. Verified by independent laboratory assay (Karachi Port).
Select Commercial Grade to Inspect Assay Specifications:
40% - 42% Premium Metallurgical Lumpy
Target Application: High-Carbon Ferrochrome (HC FeCr) & Stainless Steel Submerged Arc Furnaces
| Assay Parameter | Typical Range | Guaranteed Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Chromium Trioxide (Cr₂O₃) | 40.0% - 42.5% (Basis 40%) | 40% Minimum |
| Chromium-to-Iron Ratio (Cr:Fe) | 2.6:1 - 2.8:1 min | 2.4:1 Rejection |
| Silica (SiO₂) | 8.5% - 10.0% max | Max as stated |
| Alumina (Al₂O₃) | 11.5% - 13.0% max | Max as stated |
| Magnesium Oxide (MgO) | 15.0% - 17.0% max | Standard range |
| Phosphorus (P) | 0.005% max | Ultra-low smelting limit |
| Sulfur (S) | 0.010% max | Ultra-low furnace limit |
| Physical Sizing | 10mm - 150mm (90% min) | Screened |
| Free Moisture | 1.0% max | Determined at 105°C |
Why Pakistani Muslim Bagh Chromite Smelts Faster
High Cr:Fe Ratio (2.6:1 - 2.8:1 min): Minimizes iron dilution in the molten bath, allowing stainless steel and ferrochrome producers to achieve higher chromium recovery with lower electrical power consumption per ton.
Negligible Trace Harmfuls: With Phosphorus restricted below 0.005% and Sulfur below 0.010%, Pakistani chromite eliminates the risk of hot-shortness and brittle defects in high-tensile austenitic stainless steels.
Natural High Refractoriness: Balanced MgO and Al₂O₃ content yields refractory bonding suitable for cement rotary kiln linings and ladles up to 1,750°C.
Pre-Shipment Inspection
SGS / Alfred H. Knight Certified
Quality Assurance & Export Compliance
Independent Pre-Shipment Inspection (SGS / AHK / Intertek)
To protect international buyers and comply with Letter of Credit (L/C) requirements, every bulk export consignment undergoes mandatory four-stage inspection at our Karachi Port facility before vessel dispatch.
01
Stockpile Sampling
Composite random sampling across every 100 MT sub-lot at our Karachi industrial storage yard strictly following ISO 6153 standards.
02
Laboratory Assay
XRF analysis and wet chemical titration for Cr₂O₃, FeO, SiO₂, Al₂O₃, P, and S performed by accredited SGS or AHK labs in Karachi.
03
Stuffing Supervision
Tare & gross weighing on calibrated weighbridges, moisture determination at time of loading, and container cleanliness inspection.
04
Sealing & Release
Tamper-proof high-security container bolt seals applied. Independent Certificate of Quality & Weight released for bank negotiation.
Instant Procurement Estimator
Calculate Payload & Generate Chromite RFQ
Configure your desired grade, volume, and destination port. Our system automatically estimates container requirements, typical transit windows, and prepares a direct RFQ for our export desk.
Loading Terminal:Karachi Port (KPT) / Port Qasim (PQ)
Standard Container Type:20ft Heavy-Duty Sea Container
Monthly Supply Capacity:10,000 MT / Month
Estimated Containers
19 x 20ft FCL
Total Weight
500 MT
Est. Ocean Transit
14 - 28 Days (from Karachi)
Product Selection Guide
Comparing Lumpy Chromite Ore vs. Beneficiated Chromite Concentrate
Choosing between lump ore and fine concentrate depends on furnace design, reduction technology, and end-product chemistry.
| Feature | Metallurgical Lumpy Ore | Beneficiated Concentrate |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Form | Hard, dense irregular lumps (10mm - 150mm) | Fine, crystalline black sand (0mm - 1.0mm, AFS 45-55) |
| Cr₂O₃ Purity Range | 30% to 42%+ (Run-of-mine hand sorted) | 48% to 52%+ (Gravity separated) |
| Silica (SiO₂) Level | 8.0% - 12.0% max (Natural gangue) | Ultra-Low (3.5% - 6.0% max) |
| Primary Industrial Applications | Submerged Arc Furnaces (SAF) for High-Carbon Ferrochrome (HC FeCr), charge chrome, and direct stainless steel smelting without agglomeration. | Direct feedstock for Refractory Magnesite-Chrome bricks, foundry casting sands, chemical synthesis (Sodium Dichromate), and pelletized ferrochrome. |
| Handling & Container Stuffing | Loaded loose in lined 20ft containers (27-28 MT/FCL) or heavy jumbo bags. | Exported in 1.25 - 1.5 MT UV-stabilized Big Bags with internal moisture barrier liners. |