Khuzdar API 13A Drilling Barite (4.20+ SG)
Supplying certified API Spec 13A drilling barite (4.20+ Specific Gravity) from Gunga & Khuzdar deposits. High BaSO4 purity for deep oil & gas drilling muds. FOB Karachi.
- SGS / AHK Certified
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- Bulk & Container FCL
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- Origin: Khuzdar District (Gunga-Shekran Belt)
Mineral Concession & Provenance
Balochistan Minerals is a premier extractor and processor of natural barium sulfate (Barite) from the massive Gunga and Shekran deposits in Khuzdar District. Our high-density barite ore meets and exceeds American Petroleum Institute (API 13A) and OCMA standards for weighting agents in oil, gas, and geothermal drilling fluids, as well as industrial filler and radiation shielding applications.
Certified Chemical Composition
| Chemical Compound / Property | Guaranteed Basis | Typical Mine Assay | Rejection Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barium Sulfate (BaSO4) | 90.00% Min | 92.50% – 95.80% | Below 88.00% |
| Specific Gravity (Pycnometer) | 4.20 g/cm³ Min | 4.22 – 4.32 g/cm³ | Below 4.20 g/cm³ |
| Soluble Alkaline Earth Metals (as Ca) | 250 mg/kg Max | 85 – 160 mg/kg | Above 250 mg/kg |
| Residue > 75 µm (200 Mesh) | 3.00% Max | 1.20% – 2.40% | Above 3.00% |
| Residue < 6 µm (Particles by Sedigraph) | 30.00% Max | 18.00% – 24.00% | Above 30.00% |
| Moisture Content | 1.00% Max | 0.20% – 0.50% | Above 1.50% |
| Heavy Metals (Cd, Pb, As) | Passes EPA limits | Trace amounts only | Exceeding EPA limits |
* 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.
Grain Sizing & Particle Distribution
Industrial Off-Take & Usability
Oil & Gas Drilling Mud Weighting
Primary weighting agent for high-pressure high-temperature (HPHT) drilling fluids to prevent blowouts and maintain hydrostatic head.
Paints, Coatings & Primers
Micro-ground 325/1250 mesh white and off-white barite utilized as an inert extender pigment, improving film density and weather resistance.
Friction Materials & Brake Pads
Heavy filler in automotive friction linings and brake components providing thermal stability and noise dampening.
Radiation Shielding Concrete
High-density aggregate incorporated in heavy concrete mixtures for nuclear reactor shields, X-ray rooms, and hospital bunkers.
Mine-to-Port Supply Chain
Integrated handling and transport protocols guarantee that cargo arrives without contamination, moisture elevation, or grain degradation.
