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Rutile Sand

TiO₂

Natural rutile mineral sand supplied for ceramic glaze effects, titanium metal production, and welding electrode applications.

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Overview

Rutile sand is a naturally occurring TiO₂-bearing heavy mineral with high titanium content and characteristic golden-brown colour. In ceramics, it introduces titanium to create textured matte and crystalline glaze effects. It is also the premium feedstock for chloride-process TiO₂ pigment production and welding electrode coatings.

Source Details

Source Name

Rutile Sand Supply Network

Region / Country

Multi-Origin, Australia / South Africa / Sierra Leone

Dispatch Ports

Fremantle, Durban, Mundra

Sourcing Note

Available in standard and premium grades. Supply structured by TiO₂ content, Fe₂O₃, and ZrO₂ levels.

Quality Parameters

ParameterTypical Range / Content
TiO₂93–96% (natural rutile)
Fe₂O₃As per grade
ZrO₂As per grade
SiO₂As per grade
SizeAs per application

* Final chemistry, sizing, and commercial grade are supplied subject to confirmed assay, origin, and buyer application.

Applications

Ceramic Glaze Effects

Introduces titanium to create matte, textured, and crystalline glaze effects.

TiO₂ Pigment Feedstock

Premium feedstock for chloride-process titanium dioxide pigment production.

Welding Electrodes

Used as a rutile coating in welding electrode manufacture.

Industries Served

CeramicsGlazes & EnamelsPigmentsWelding

Technical Documentation

Access detailed technical specifications, safety data sheets (SDS), and certificate of analysis (COA) examples.

Commercial Details

Packaging Options

  • 1 MT jumbo bags
  • 25 kg bags
  • Bulk

Export Availability

Containerized and bulk supply available

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