Ilmenite
High-grade titaniferous iron-oxide mineral (FeTiO₃). Iron-black to steel-grey in colour. Supplied in bulk for titanium dioxide production, steel industry applications, and abrasive use.
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP — MBN × IREL
Sourcefrom IREL India.
MBN holds a landmark Business Development Agreement (BDA) with India Rare Earths Limited (IREL) — a Government of India enterprise under the Department of Atomic Energy. This partnership combines IREL’s institutional mineral extraction expertise with MBN’s market intelligence, global distribution network, and downstream processing capabilities.
Key pillars of the MBN–IREL collaboration:
- Authorised distributor of IREL minerals across the South East Asia region
- Government of India backed supply chain and regulatory compliance
- Technology transfer and advanced processing techniques
- Joint market development and new application identification
- Support for innovation, R&D, and environmental compliance
IREL – “OR Grade” Ilmenite
| GUARANTEED | ✔ TiO₂ ≥ 50.25% (min) | ✔ Th ≤ 75 ppm (max) | ✔ U ≤ 10 ppm (max) |
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
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4.54 SPECIFIC GRAVITY |
2,600–2,850 BULK DENSITY (kg/m³) |
5.5–6.0 HARDNESS (MOHS) |
TYPICAL CHEMICAL ANALYSIS
| Compound | Typical % | Compound | Typical % | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TiO₂ | 50.5% | MnO | 0.51% | |
| FeO | 34.04% | P₂O₅ | 0.022% | |
| Fe₂O₃ | 12.43% | V₂O₅ | 0.23% | |
| Al₂O₃ | 0.45% | CaO | 0.04% | |
| SiO₂ | 0.71% | MgO | 0.64% | |
| Cr₂O₃ | 0.048% | Thorium (Th) | 43 ppm | Within guaranteed limit |
| Uranium (U) | <6 ppm | Well within guaranteed limit |
SIZE ANALYSIS — TYLER SCREEN (TYPICAL)
| Mesh size (Tyler) | Sieve opening (μm) | Weight % retained | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 | 425 | Nil | |
| 48 | 300 | 1.7% | |
| 65 | 212 | 19.7% | |
| 100 | 150 | 34.3% | Primary fraction |
| 150 | 106 | 34.5% | Primary fraction |
| 170 | 90 | 5.4% | |
| 200 | 75 | 3.7% | |
| –200 | –75 | 0.7% |
Note: ∼68.8% of material falls between 106–150 μm, a fine to medium sand grade.
APPLICATIONS
| TiO₂ Pigment | Primary feedstock for white titanium dioxide — used in paints, papers, plastics, and textiles. Nearly 90% of global titanium mineral production goes to TiO₂ pigment. |
| Synthetic Rutile & TiO₂ Slag | Intermediate products derived from ilmenite, processed further to produce high-grade pigment or titanium sponge. |
| Cosmetics & Sunscreen | Non-toxic, UV-absorbing pigment used in sunscreens, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food products (e.g. icing sugar, flour, sweets). |
| Steel Industry | Used as a blast furnace lining material — exceptional resistance to extreme temperatures makes it a key refractory mineral. |
| Abrasive & Sandblasting | Hardness of 5.5–6.0 on the Mohs scale makes ilmenite effective for cleaning diecasting dies and surface preparation. |
| Titanium Metal | Titanium sponge derived from ilmenite feedstock is used in aircraft bodies, medical implants, sporting equipment, and jewellery. |
WHY SOURCE ILMENITE FROM MBN
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20+ Years of Export Experience Established in October 2005, MBN has built a trusted reputation as a leading minerals and metals supplier across South East Asia and global markets. ISO 9001 Certified |
Global Supply Network A robust, unified supply and distribution chain spanning Australia (head office), India (Visakhapatnam SEZ), and Malaysia (Klang) — reliable delivery, every time. Eco-Friendly Sourcing |
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Bulk Supply Capability Reliable bulk supply available to support industrial requirements across domestic and international markets, ensuring consistent product availability and timely deliveries. |
Customer-Specific Grades Ilmenite supplied according to customer-specific requirements and application needs, supporting a wide range of industrial uses across different regions and industries. |
Note
1. Ilmenite is a natural product; chemical composition is expected to vary between batches.
2. Grain size distributions are not guaranteed but are expected to fall within the ranges shown above.
3. World consumption of ilmenite grows approximately 5–8% annually, with the strongest demand growth in Asian economies.
