Cr2O3 42% – 52% | Cr:Fe 2.8 – 3.2:1

Muslim Bagh Chromite Ore & Concentrate

Balochistan Minerals exports high-grade metallurgical chromite ore (42%-52% Cr2O3) and concentrate directly from Muslim Bagh and Khuzdar. SGS certified, FOB Karachi/Gwadar.

  • ✓SGS / AHK Certified
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  • ✓Bulk & Container FCL
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  • ✓Origin: Muslim Bagh & Khuzdar Mining Belts
Muslim Bagh Chromite Ore & Concentrate raw ore and specimen
Chromite Ore Specimen
Deposit: Muslim Bagh & Khuzdar Mining Belts
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Cr2O3 Purity
42% - 52%
High-grade metallurgical & refractory basis
Cr:Fe Ratio
2.8:1 – 3.2:1
Superior ratio for high-carbon ferrochrome
Monthly Capacity
12,000 MT
Active Muslim Bagh open-cast & shaft operations
Export Ports
Karachi / Gwadar
Direct N-50 trucking corridor to port berths
Geological Overview & Extraction

Mineral Concession & Provenance

Balochistan Minerals operates active chromite extraction pits and crushing yards across the famous Muslim Bagh ophiolite complex in Killa Saifullah District and secondary deposits in Khuzdar. Our chrome ore deposits are internationally renowned for their high chromium-to-iron (Cr:Fe) ratio, dense crystalline lumpy structure, and low silica content, making them the preferred raw material for global ferrochrome smelters, stainless steel manufacturers, and chemical refractory producers.

Laboratory Testing Standards

Certified Chemical Composition

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Chemical Compound / Property Guaranteed Basis Typical Mine Assay Rejection Limit
Chromium Trioxide (Cr2O3) 46.00% Basis 48.20% – 52.40% Below 42.00%
Chromium to Iron Ratio (Cr:Fe) 2.80:1 Min 3.00:1 – 3.25:1 Below 2.50:1
Iron Oxide (FeO) 14.50% Max 12.80% – 13.90% Above 16.00%
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) 6.00% Max 4.10% – 5.40% Above 8.00%
Aluminum Oxide (Al2O3) 14.00% Max 11.50% – 13.20% Above 15.50%
Magnesium Oxide (MgO) 16.00% Max 14.20% – 15.80% Above 18.00%
Phosphorus (P) 0.007% Max 0.003% – 0.005% Above 0.010%
Sulfur (S) 0.030% Max 0.012% – 0.022% Above 0.045%

* All composite assays are sampled strictly in compliance with ISO protocols. Official certificate of analysis (COA) issued per parcel by independent international inspection surveyors (SGS / Alfred H. Knight / Cotecna) prior to vessel loading.

Physical Specifications

Grain Sizing & Particle Distribution

Lumpy fraction:10 mm – 300 mm (85% min within range).
Fine/concentrate fraction:0 mm – 3 mm for sintering/pelletizing.
Moisture content:1.5% max (dry basis).
Bulk density:4.10 – 4.50 g/cm³.
Commercial Applications

Industrial Off-Take & Usability

High-Carbon Ferrochrome (HC FeCr)

Ideal charge ore for submerged arc electric furnaces, producing low-impurity ferrochrome for austenitic stainless steel.

Refractory Bricks & Mortars

Hard lumpy chromite with high melting point (>2,000°C) utilized in basic refractory linings for steel ladles and copper converters.

Foundry Chrome Sand

Screened chromite concentrates offering excellent thermal conductivity and resistance to molten metal penetration.

Sodium Dichromate & Chemical Salts

High-purity friable chromite utilized as chemical feedstock for chromium electroplating salts, leather tanning, and pigments.

Logistics Flow

Mine-to-Port Supply Chain

Integrated handling and transport protocols guarantee that cargo arrives without contamination, moisture elevation, or grain degradation.

Mine Staging & Crushing
Muslim Bagh operational yards perform dual hand-sorting, mobile jaw crushing, and mechanized dry screening.
N-50 Transit to Karachi
Convoys of heavy-axle bed trailers transport mineral to Karachi Port Trust (KPT) and Port Qasim bonded yards.
Vessel & Container Loading
Packed in 1.0–1.25 MT heavy-duty woven polypropylene jumbo bags (26–28 MT per 20ft container) or loaded loose bulk.
Muslim Bagh Chromite Extraction & Mechanized Sizing Yard, Killa Saifullah
Extraction & Staging: Muslim Bagh Chromite Extraction & Mechanized Sizing Yard, Killa Saifullah Verified Concession
In-Depth Technical Guide
Muslim Bagh Chromite Specifications & Export Guide
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