White Crystal Barite

Barite is one of the most beneficial industrial minerals with chemical formula BaSO4. Barite is also known as Heavy Spar and chemically consists of Barium Sulfate. Barite powder with high purity and brightness is called White Crystal Barite.

White Crystal Barite

The Sale of White Crystal Barite

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Composition and Properties of White Crystal Barite Powder

Barite generally exists in white or light grey; however, it can also be found in blue, brown and black colors. Barite is chemically neutral. The most important characteristic of Barite is its high density (specific gravity). It also has low abrasion, is chemically neutral and heat-resistant. Low solubility and low oil absorption are other properties of barium sulfate or barite. Generally, White Crystal Barite has a density of higher than 4.3 and is valued in terms of its purity and brightness.

Uses of White Crystal Barite

  • Plastic Industry:

    Barite powder is mainly used in plastic industry as a filler material. This application leads to increased abrasion resistance as well as firmness and solidity of the product.

  • Rubber Industry:

    Using barite powder increases the longevity and durability of rubber products. Using it as a filler in manufacturing waterproof products leads to significant reduction in costs. Another application of barite powder in this industry is in manufacturing covers and casing.

  • Paper Industry:

    Refined barite powder is used in paper industry to enhance the whiteness of the paper surface and increase its covering capacity and resistance.

  • Paint and Coating Industry:

    Using crystal barite powder in this industry increases the brightness of paints. It is also used to adjust the thickness of the paint and improve its durability.

  • Pharmaceutical Industry:

    Crystal barite is used in medical centers, laboratories and power plants for protection against the diffusion of gamma ray and X-ray. It is also applied in medical industry as a radio-opaque solution for imaging the interior of the stomach and intestines.

  • Brake Lining Industry:

    Barite powder is used as a filler material in manufacturing brake linings.