Indus Ores, Minerals & Resources (Private) Limited

Import Soapstone from Pakistan to China

Q: What industrial minerals does Indus Minerals export from Pakistan?

Indus Ores, Minerals & Resources exports 18 high-grade industrial minerals from Pakistan: Chromite Ore (lumps), Chromite Concentrate (38%-44% Cr2O3 from our KPK Beneficiation Plant & 48%-52% Cr2O3), Calcium Carbonate (98.5%-99.2% pure Coated & Uncoated GCC powder and crystalline Calcite lumps), Talc & Soapstone (92%-98% whiteness, certified asbestos-free), Fluorite (CaF2 75%-97%), Manganese Ore (Mn 30%-45%), Copper Ore, Himalayan Pink Salt, Barite (API 13A SG 4.20+), Bauxite, Antimony Ore (Stibnite), Quartz (99.5%+ SiO2), Magnesite, Gypsum, Dolomite, Rock Phosphate, and Limestone via Karachi Port and Port Muhammad Bin Qasim.

Q: What is the capacity and specifications of the Indus Minerals Chromite Beneficiation Plant in KPK?

The Indus Minerals chromite beneficiation plant in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), Pakistan has a capacity of 2,000 metric tonnes (MT) per month. It upgrades indigenous run-of-mine chromite ore into high-grade metallurgical chromite concentrate grading 38% to 44% Cr2O3 with favorable Cr:Fe ratios tailored for international ferrochrome smelters.

Q: How does Indus Minerals guarantee mineral quality and chemical assay compliance?

Every shipment is certified prior to vessel loading by independent international inspection agencies, primarily SGS Pakistan, Alex Stewart International, or Alfred H. Knight (AHK). Certificates verify chemical assay (XRF/wet chemical), moisture, particle size distribution, and gross/net cargo weight.

Q: What payment terms and Incoterms are accepted for international mineral orders?

Indus Minerals operates under standard international trade instruments including 100% Irrevocable Letter of Credit (L/C) at Sight from top-tier international banks, or Telegraphic Transfer (T/T Advance + Balance against shipping documents). Deliveries are structured under FOB Karachi Port, CFR Asian/European destination ports, or CIF terms.

Q: How can international buyers request mineral samples or official Firm Corporate Offers (FCO)?

Buyers can submit technical specifications via the online RFQ portal at indusminerals.com.pk/rfq or contact the trade desk via WhatsApp at +92 336 5337799. Certified 1-5 kg assay samples are dispatched internationally via DHL or FedEx alongside recent SGS laboratory reports.

As a leading supplier to China, we export high-grade Soapstone structured directly for your industrial requirements. China is the world's largest consumer of metallurgical ores. We supply premium Muslim Bagh chromite directly to major Chinese smelters, offering a highly sought-after Cr:Fe ratio of 2.5:1+ ideal for blending in high-carbon ferrochrome (HCFeCr) production.Öncelikli olarak Hayber Pahtunhva (KPK) bölgesinin yüksek kaliteli yataklarından temin edilen ultra saf Sabuntaşımız, olağanüstü 'Kar Beyazı' parlaklığı ile ünlüdür. Sektörde aşırı yumuşaklığı ve saflığı ile bilinen sabuntaşı tozumuz (1250 mesh'e kadar), kozmetik, özel plastikler ve premium kağıt endüstrilerindeki önde gelen üreticiler tarafından yaygın olarak kullanılmaktadır.

Quick Answer

How to import Soapstone from Pakistan to China? Indus Minerals exports high-grade Soapstone to China via Karachi Port. The standard minimum order quantity is 1,000 MT (Scalable up to 5,000 MT/month) with a typical lead time of 30-45 days to main ports to major ports such as Tianjin, Lianyungang, Qingdao, Qinzhou. Payment terms are 100% Irrevocable L/C at sight from top-tier bank. All shipments meet CIQ (China Inspection and Quarantine) Compliance, CCIC Pre-shipment Inspection.

Commercial Terms

Minimum Order Quantity

1,000 MT (Scalable up to 5,000 MT/month)

Payment Terms

100% Irrevocable L/C at sight from top-tier bank

Pricing Indicator

CFR/CIF delivery available - Linked to Asian Metal indices

Estimated Lead Time

30-45 days to main ports

Packaging & Logistics

Bulk Vessel Break-Bulk or Heavy-Duty 20ft Containers

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Guaranteed Value
Beyazlık/Parlaklık	%95 - %98
MgO	%31 - %32 min
SiO2	%61 - %62
Asbest	Kesinlikle İçermez
Boyut (Toz)	325 Mesh'ten 1250 Mesh'e

* İşlenmiş sabuntaşı tozu, 25kg veya 50kg'lık çuvallarda, paletlenmiş ve streç film ile sarılmış olarak ihraç edilir. Her parti, titizlikle asbestsiz olarak sertifikalandırılır.

Logistics & Routing

All shipments originate from Karachi Port, Pakistan. For China, we typically route to the following main ports:

Tianjin
Lianyungang
Qingdao
Qinzhou

Ready to Proceed?

Submit a formal RFQ to receive a firm corporate offer (FCO) tailored to your specific requirements for delivery to China.

Request Firm Corporate Offer

Regional Support

Reach our dedicated China desk via WeChat.

WeChat ID: IndusMinerals_CN

Quality Guarantee

All 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

CIQ (China Inspection and Quarantine) Compliance, CCIC Pre-shipment Inspection

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