Raw Materials
Ore
Iron, copper and aluminium ores exported from Algeria in bulk. Assay certificates on every shipment, third-party inspection, FOB from a suitable Algerian commercial port.
Technical sourcing and processing
Limonite is a hydrated iron oxide (Fe₂O₃·nH₂O) with characteristic rust-red and ochre-yellow tones. Its mineral composition includes limonite and goethite.
Applications include natural earth-tone pigments for paints, coatings and plaster, as well as colouring cement and other construction materials. Particle size and chemical composition can be specified according to the intended application.
Available product grades
Iron Oxide — Limonite
Limonite — hydrated iron oxide (Fe₂O₃·nH₂O) with rust-red and ochre-yellow tones. Natural iron-based pigment for colourants and construction materials.
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Iron Oxide — Hematite (High-Grade)
High-grade hematite iron oxide (Fe₂O₃) with 50–55% Fe. Iron-corrective additive for the cement industry.
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Iron Oxide — Hematite (40–49% Fe)
Hematite iron oxide (Fe₂O₃) with 40–49% Fe, in 0–20 mm and coarser sizes. Iron-corrective additive for cement manufacturing.
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Iron Carbonate — Siderite (FeCO₃)
Iron carbonate (siderite, FeCO₃) with approximately 40% Fe, crushed and screened to 0–20 mm for bulk handling.
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Aluminum ores
Targeted sourcing of premium aluminum ores suitable for extensive commercial and industrial applications. Origin: Algeria.
Grade / purity: 95% - 99%
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Copper ores
Targeted sourcing of premium copper ores suitable for extensive commercial and industrial applications. Origin: Algeria.
Grade / purity: 95% - 99%
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Iron Oxide — Limonite
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral | Limonite (hydrated iron oxide) |
| Chemical Formula | Fe₂O₃·n(H₂O) |
| Colour | Rust red / ochre yellow |
| Mineralogy | Limonite / goethite (earthy) |
| Primary Use | Natural iron-oxide pigment |
| Incoterms | FOB / CFR / CIF |
Iron Oxide — Hematite (High-Grade)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral | Hematite (iron oxide) |
| Chemical Formula | Fe₂O₃ |
| Iron Content (Fe) | 50% – 55% |
| Mineralogy | Hematite / goethite (oxidation zone) |
| Primary Use | Cement industry iron corrective |
| Incoterms | FOB / CFR / CIF |
Iron Oxide — Hematite (40–49% Fe)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral | Hematite (iron oxide) |
| Chemical Formula | Fe₂O₃ |
| Iron Content (Fe) | 40% – 49% |
| Granulometry | 0 – 20 mm (and > 20 mm) |
| Primary Use | Cement industry iron corrective |
| Incoterms | FOB / CFR / CIF |
Iron Carbonate — Siderite (FeCO₃)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral | Siderite (iron carbonate) |
| Chemical Formula | FeCO₃ |
| Iron Content (Fe) | ~40% |
| Granulometry | 0 – 20 mm |
| Primary Use | Feed-grade iron additive (export) |
| Incoterms | FOB / CFR / CIF |
Aluminum ores
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Origin | Algeria |
| Physical Form | Calcined Lumps or Fine Powder |
| Al2O3 Content | 95% - 99% |
| Moisture Content | < 0.5% max |
| Packaging | 1.25 MT Jumbo Bags / Bulk Vessel |
| Min. Order Quantity | 100 Metric Tons |
| Incoterms | FOB, CIF, CFR |
| Lead Time | 30 - 45 Days |
Copper ores
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Origin | Algeria |
| Physical Form | Fine concentrate or precipitates |
| Grade / Purity | 95% - 99% Cu Content |
| Moisture Content | Max 8% - 12% |
| Packaging | Bulk vessel or 1.5 MT Big Bags |
| Min. Order Quantity | 500 Metric Tons |
| Incoterms | FOB, CIF, CFR |
| Loading Port | Algerian commercial ports |
Downstream applications
- Natural iron-oxide pigment for colorants
- Earth-tone pigments (paints, coatings, plaster)
- Cement and construction colouring
- Iron correction / dense media
- High-iron corrective additive in cement
- Clinker and sinter feedstock
- Dense-media separation medium
- Counterweight / ballast fill
- Iron-corrective additive in cement raw meal
- Clinker production feedstock
- Sinter feed for iron & steel
- Dense media / ballast aggregate
- Iron additive in cattle / animal feed formulations
- Mineral iron supplement (feed premixes)
- Sinter and blast-furnace feed blends
- Iron corrective in cement raw meal
- Manufacture of high-grade refractory bricks
- Production of abrasive media and grinding wheels
- Technical ceramics and electrical insulators
- Feedstock for high-purity aluminum chemical production
- Surface treatment and sandblasting applications
- Industrial glass and glazing additives
- Production of high-grade copper cathodes
- Electrical wiring and conductor manufacturing
- Renewable energy infrastructure components
- Electric vehicle (EV) battery and motor production
- Industrial heat exchangers and plumbing
- Specialized brass and bronze alloy fabrication
Logistics and loading
Loading ports
Ghazaouet, Oran, Arzew, Bethioua, Mostaganem, Ténès, Algiers, Dellys, Béjaïa, Djen Djen (Jijel), Skikda and Annaba. Port selection depends on cargo, terminal capability and available sailings. Inland loading and container stuffing can be arranged with the producer.
Incoterms
FOB, CFR and CIF. Ex-works collection is available for buyers with their own forwarder.
Packing
Bulk, big bags, baled or palletised depending on the material. Packing is confirmed in writing before the contract is signed.
Lead time
Typically 15 to 45 days from confirmed order, depending on grade, quantity and destination.
Trade documentation and compliance
- Certificate of Origin
- SGS / CCIC pre-shipment inspection (on request)
- Assay / Certificate of Analysis per shipment
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management
- SGS Pre-shipment Inspection Certificate
- REACH Compliance
- Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
- SGS / Intertek Quality & Quantity Inspection
- Conflict-Free Smelter Program (CFSP) Compliance
- LME Grade A Standards Alignment
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum order quantity?
One 40-foot container, roughly 20 to 25 metric tonnes, for containerised grades. Bulk vessel quantities are quoted separately.
Which Incoterms do you trade on?
FOB, CFR and CIF through Algeria’s commercial port network. The loading port is agreed according to cargo and available shipping services. Ex-works is possible where the buyer nominates a forwarder.
Do you supply third-party inspection?
Yes. SGS or an equivalent inspector can be appointed at loading at the buyer's request, with the report issued before shipment.
What documents come with a shipment?
Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin and the analysis or phytosanitary certificate the material requires.
How are samples handled?
Pre-shipment samples are couriered on request, against the buyer's account, before the contract is signed.
Other material streams
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