Commodity 1Fluorite Ore
For Industrial and Commercial Uses
Fluorite ore is the mineral form of calcium fluoride (CaF₂), a common mineral found in many parts of the world. It is mined for its many uses, including producing glass, iron and other precious metals, enamels and ceramics, fertilizers, toothpaste, and hydrofluoric acid.
The outlook for the global fluorspar market is positive, expected to grow at a CAGR of 2.5% from 2023 to 2030, driven by increased demand from the chemical, glass, and metal industries. The chemical industry is the largest user, accounting for roughly 40% of global demand, followed by the glass industry at about 30%. A report by Maia Research shows the global fluorite market reached $2,006.68 million in 2022 and is expected to reach $2,213.74 million by 2028.
Why Buy Fluorite Ore From Commodity 1?
Fluorite casts from Nigeria often contain up to 95% fluorine, useful for producing hydrofluoric acid and fluorosilicic acid. Commodity 1 provides fluorite directly from the mine site to the global market. There are no middlemen involved, only our staff on the ground. We strive to organize smooth and transparent transactions and believe in building long-term relationships with our customers. Further, Commodity 1 has competitive prices — most often, we have the best prices available in the marketplace.
| Element | Concentration (weight %) |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 51.1 |
| Fluorine | 48.9 |
| Other elements (typically <1%) | Iron, manganese, magnesium, silicon, aluminum, zinc, lead, yttrium, cerium |
We encourage buyers to request a free composition analysis and evaluation sample. Samples are free, but buyers should arrange pickup with a courier service of their choice.
Packaging & Delivery
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Packaging | Lumps |
| Port | Lagos Apapa Port, Nigeria |
| Bags | 50 kg |
| Container | 20 ft |
| Quantity | 20–400 MT |
| Lead time | 30 days |
Physical Characteristics
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical formula | CaF₂ |
| Crystal system | Cubic |
| Mohs hardness | 4 |
| Specific gravity | 3.18 |
| Color | Colorless, white, yellow, green, blue, purple, pink, orange, black |
| Luster | Vitreous |
| Transparency | Transparent to translucent |
| Cleavage | Perfect on {111}, good on {001} |
| Fracture | Conchoidal |
| Streak | White |
| Refractive index | 1.433–1.448 |
| Fluorescence | Yes — blue, green, yellow, orange, red |
| Occurrence | Veins, cavities, pegmatites |
Chemical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical formula | CaF₂ |
| Molar mass | 78.07 g/mol |
| Density | 3.18 g/cm³ |
| Melting point | 1,412°C |
| Boiling point | 1,722°C |
| Solubility in water | 0.01 g/L |
| Solubility in other solvents | Soluble in hydrofluoric, nitric, and sulfuric acid |
| Hazards | Not hazardous; may irritate respiratory tract if inhaled at high concentration |
Industrial Uses
| Use | Description |
|---|---|
| Flux in metal smelting | Removes impurities from molten metal such as iron, steel, and aluminum |
| Production of hydrofluoric acid | Reacted with sulfuric acid to produce this widely used industrial acid |
| Production of cryolite | Reacted with sodium carbonate and aluminum fluoride, used in aluminum production |
| Enamels and glazes | High melting point suits ceramic and glass finishing |
| Optical components | High refractive index suits lenses and prisms |
| Dental materials | Source of fluoride for toothpaste and dental products |
| Other uses | Fertilizers, pesticides, fire retardants, oil and gas, semiconductors |