FLUORSPAR INFORMATION

Fluorspar contains the element fluorine, the most electonegative element.

Grades of Fluorspar

FLUORSPAR ACID GRADE (DRY) – I INFORMATION

Also known as Fluorite, Fluorspar is often used as a flux for smelting, and in the production of certain glasses and enamels.

Packing: Bulk or 50 lb. bag
Origin: Mexico

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Chemical Analysis  
Calcium Fluoride (CaF2) 97.5%
Silica (SiO2) 0.60%
Calcium Carbonate (CaCO3) 1.15%
H2O Humidity Max 2%
TYPICAL PHYSICAL ANALYSIS  
Mesh 30 100%
Mesh 325 50%

FLUORSPAR METALLURGICAL GRADE – I INFORMATION

Also known as Fluorite, Fluorspar is often used as a flux for smelting, and in the production of certain glasses and enamels.The metallurgical grade is used as a flux to lower the melting point of raw materials in steel production to aid the removal of impurities, and later in the production of aluminum.

Packing: Bulk or 50 lb. bag
Origin: Mexico

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Chemical Analysis  
Calcium Fluoride (CaF2) 70-80%
Silica (SiO2) Max 10%
Calcium Carbonate (CaCO3) Max 10%
TYPICAL PHYSICAL ANALYSIS  
size 1/4-3/4”
size 1/2-1-1/2”

FLUORSPAR SPECIALTY (acid) GRADE

Packing: Bulk or 50 lb. bag
Origin: Mexico

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Chemical Analysis  
Calcium Fluoride (CaF2) 95.0 – 97.5
Silica (SiO2) 0.7 – 1.8
Calcium Carbonate (CaCO3) 1.5 – 2.5
PHYSICAL Form Dried Filter Cake
Specific Gravity 3.18
Hardness (Mohs) 4
Melting Point 2,450 F
Bulk Density 100 PCF

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