Chemically stable
Inert and non-reactive for safe storage and reliable processing.
Oman-origin high-purity industrial mineral
Quartz: High-Purity Bulk Supply for Glass, Ceramics and Silicon
AL BURAIMI MINERALS supplies high-purity quartz sourced from Oman for glass, ceramics, silicon, electronics, construction, foundry and filtration applications.
From Earth to Excellence
98% MinSiO₂ purity
0.10% MaxFe₂O₃
Mohs 7Hardness
OmanOrigin
What is quartz?
Hard, stable silicon dioxide for demanding industries
Quartz is a crystalline mineral made of silicon dioxide, SiO₂. Its high silica content, low impurity profile and natural hardness make it a critical raw material across glass, electronics, construction and filtration.
The mineral is chemically stable, heat-resistant and easy to process into lumps, grains or fine powder. High-purity grades support glass and electronic applications, while coarser grades serve construction, foundry and filtration work.
We match the grade and form to each application and support every shipment with quality documentation.
High silica content98% minimum SiO₂ with tailored higher-purity options on request.
Documented qualityBatch testing and full composition documentation before shipment.
Heat resistant
Suitable for high-temperature glass, foundry and silicon processes.
Versatile processing
Available as lumps, grains and powder for different handling needs.
Key properties and characteristics
Purity, hardness and thermal stability
Silicon dioxide
Natural SiO₂ chemistry for glass, silicon and industrial processing.
Mohs hardness 7
Strong abrasion resistance for filtration, construction and foundry use.
Thermally stable
Performs reliably through high-temperature industrial processing.
Low iron
Supports clearer glass and higher-grade silicon output.
Typical specifications
High SiO₂ with controlled iron, alumina and moisture
Specifications can be tailored to the required grade, application, purity and size.
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| SiO₂ (Purity) | 98% Min |
| Fe₂O₃ | 0.10% Max |
| Al₂O₃ | 0.50% Max |
| Moisture | 1% Max |
| Size | Lumps, grains and powder as required |
| Origin | Sultanate of Oman |
| Available Forms | Lumps, grains, powder |
| Loading Port | Port Sohar, Oman |
Available forms
Lumps, grains and powder matched to your operation
Quartz lumps
Suitable for silicon production, crushing operations and industrial processing.
Quartz grains
Graded material for glass, foundry sand, engineered stone and filtration.
Quartz powder
Fine material for ceramics, paints, coatings, fillers and specialty compounds.
Custom sizing
Particle size and purity can be matched to buyer specifications.
Industrial applications
Quartz for eight major industries
Glass manufacturing
Quartz serves as the primary silica raw material for flat glass, container glass and specialty glass. High silica and low impurities support clarity, strength and process stability.
- Flat and container glass
- Specialty and optical glass
- Low-iron options for clearer output
Ceramics
Quartz adds strength, dimensional stability and a smooth finish to ceramic bodies, glazes and porcelain.
- Ceramic bodies and tiles
- Glazes and porcelain
- Controlled powder sizing
Fine-grade quartz
Powder grades support even dispersion and stable ceramic processing.
Silicon production
High-purity quartz feeds metallurgical and high-purity silicon production for alloys, solar cells and semiconductor applications.
- Metallurgical silicon
- Solar-grade processing
- Higher-purity targets on request
Electronics
High-grade quartz supports silicon wafers, oscillators and other precision electronic components.
- Silicon wafer supply chains
- Quartz oscillators
- Precision component manufacturing
Controlled impurity profile
Low iron and consistent silica support advanced manufacturing requirements.
Paints and coatings
Quartz powder works as a functional filler and extender that improves texture, durability and weather resistance.
- Industrial and architectural coatings
- Texture and abrasion resistance
- Custom fine-mesh grades
Functional mineral filler
Stable chemistry improves formulation consistency.
Construction
Quartz is used in engineered stone, cement and specialty concrete where hardness, stability and appearance matter.
- Engineered stone surfaces
- Specialty concrete
- Decorative and structural uses
Durable mineral input
Mohs hardness 7 supports abrasion-resistant products.
Foundry sand
Graded quartz sand serves as a heat-resistant molding and casting medium in metal foundries.
- Molding and core sand
- Heat-resistant performance
- Controlled grain sizes
Foundry-grade grains
Grading can be matched to molding requirements.
Water filtration
Graded quartz sand works as reliable filter media in water treatment and purification systems.
- Municipal and industrial filtration
- Consistent grain sizing
- Chemically inert media
Stable filter media
Hardness and chemical stability support long service life.
Why source from AL BURAIMI MINERALS
Oman origin, strict quality control and reliable export
Oman origin
High-purity reserves suited to international industrial requirements.
Strict quality assurance
Every batch tested for silica purity and composition.
Competitive pricing
Direct sourcing supports efficient material cost.
Sohar Port access
Efficient loading and fast export turnaround.
Reliable supply
Flexible shipping structures for bulk export volumes.
Long-term partnership
Repeat performance across ongoing supply relationships.
Sohar Port logistics
Bulk export made simple and dependable
Our proximity to Port Sohar supports efficient road movement, loading and export to the Middle East, Asia, Europe and Africa.
Bulk shipment
For high-volume industrial buyers.
Container shipment
For packed or specialized grades.
Flexible terms
Commercial and shipping structure based on destination.
Fast turnaround
Port proximity supports shorter lead times.
Frequently asked questions
Quartz supply questions answered
The typical grade contains 98% minimum SiO₂. Higher-purity specifications can be discussed for specialized applications.
Typical Fe₂O₃ is 0.10% maximum. Application-specific low-iron targets can be discussed.
Quartz is available as lumps, grains and powder, with size tailored to the application.
Applications include glass, ceramics, silicon, electronics, paints, construction, foundry sand and water filtration.
The quartz is sourced from the Sultanate of Oman and loaded through Port Sohar.
Yes. Share the target purity, size, application and volume, and availability will be confirmed.
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