As a leading supplier to USA, we export high-grade Soapstone structured directly for your industrial requirements. The United States is a strategic growth corridor for non-Chinese critical minerals—specifically High-Grade Antimony Ore (Stibnite, 35%–55% Sb), API-grade Barite, and Acid-grade Fluorite—alongside Asbestos-Free Talc and Himalayan Pink Salt. We execute containerized shipments compliant with US Customs and Border Protection (CBP), ISF 10+2, TSCA, and ASTM standards.Our ultra-pure Soapstone, sourced primarily from the high-grade deposits of the KPK region, is renowned for its exceptional 'Snow White' brightness. Known within the industry for extreme softness and purity, our soapstone powder (up to 1250 mesh) is widely utilized by premium manufacturers in the cosmetics, specialized plastics, and premium paper industries.
How to import Soapstone from Pakistan to USA? Indus Minerals exports high-grade Soapstone to USA via Karachi Port. The standard minimum order quantity is 20–25 MT (1x20ft FCL Trial) / 100–500 MT/Month Contract with a typical lead time of 32–45 Days (US East & Gulf Coast via Suez) / 40–50 Days (US West Coast) to major ports such as Houston, TX, Savannah, GA, Baltimore, MD, Newark / NY, Los Angeles, CA. Payment terms are 100% Irrevocable L/C at Sight (US Prime Bank) or T/T against B/L & SGS COA. All shipments meet US HTS 2617.10.0000 (0% Duty on Raw Antimony Ore), CBP ISF 10+2 Filing, SGS Pre-Shipment Assay & Non-Radioactivity Certificate.
Minimum Order Quantity
20–25 MT (1x20ft FCL Trial) / 100–500 MT/Month Contract
Payment Terms
100% Irrevocable L/C at Sight (US Prime Bank) or T/T against B/L & SGS COA
Pricing Indicator
CIF US Port / FOB Karachi — Antimony linked to Fastmarkets MB / Rotterdam Index
Estimated Lead Time
32–45 Days (US East & Gulf Coast via Suez) / 40–50 Days (US West Coast)
Packaging & Logistics
UN-Certified 1.0 MT PP Jumbo Bags with Moisture-Barrier PE Liner (20–25 MT per 20ft FCL)
| Parameter | Guaranteed Value |
|---|---|
| Whiteness/Brightness | 95% - 98% |
| MgO | 31% - 32% min |
| SiO2 | 61% - 62% |
| Asbestos | Strictly Free |
| Size (Powder) | 325 Mesh to 1250 Mesh |
* Processed soapstone powder is exported in 25kg or 50kg bags, palletized and shrink-wrapped. Every batch is rigorously certified asbestos-free.
All shipments originate from Karachi Port, Pakistan. For USA, we typically route to the following main ports:
Submit a formal RFQ to receive a firm corporate offer (FCO) tailored to your specific requirements for delivery to USA.
Request Firm Corporate OfferAll shipments are subject to independent third-party inspection (SGS, Alex Stewart, or equivalent) at the port of loading to certify weight and quality before dispatch.
Regional Compliance
US HTS 2617.10.0000 (0% Duty on Raw Antimony Ore), CBP ISF 10+2 Filing, SGS Pre-Shipment Assay & Non-Radioactivity Certificate
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