Dolomite
Dolomite Powder Manufacturers & Exporters in India
Aravali Onyx is a manufacturer and exporter of dolomite powder, based in Udaipur, Rajasthan. We supply industrial buyers in India and overseas with natural dolomite powder in 100-1000 mesh, in bulk quantities, for soap and detergent, paint, glass, rubber, wall putty and agriculture. Learn more about Aravali Onyx.
Dolomite powder is also used as a flux in iron and steel and as a raw material for refractories. As a dolomite powder supplier, we offer multiple mesh sizes and grades to match each industry’s requirement.
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What is Dolomite Powder?
Dolomite powder is made by crushing and grinding dolomite, a mineral of calcium magnesium carbonate with the chemical formula CaMg(CO₃)₂.
Its whiteness and purity make it a valued raw material for the paint industry, and its hardness and density make it a vital ingredient in construction.
Dolomite is one of the most abundant carbonate minerals after calcite. It is the main mineral in dolostone, a sedimentary rock, and in dolomitic marble, and it is also found in hydrothermal deposits.
Dolomite is also an ore of magnesium metal and is quarried for building material, road stone and refractory brick production. For a full breakdown by industry, see our guide to Dolomite Powder Uses
Features of Dolomite Powder
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1 Lower reactivity than calcium carbonate
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2 Disperses easily in formulations
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3 High specific gravity and bulk density
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4 Better acid resistance than calcium carbonate
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5 Wets easily and absorbs plasticizers
| Type | Natural |
| Microns Brightness | 90-98% |
| Whiteness | ~98% |
| CaO | Min. 30% |
| MgO | Min. 20% |
| SiO2+Al2O3 | Max. 4% |
| Size | 100-1000 Mesh |
| Moisture | 2% max |
Properties of Dolomite Powder
Here are the key physical and chemical properties of the dolomite powder supplied by Aravali Onyx.
- Dolomite powder has a rough and abrasive texture.
- It may appear pinkish, white, yellow, grey, colorless or even black/brown.
- According to the dolomite manufacturer its luster may vary from vitreous to pearly to dull.
- Also, this raw material for the paint industry and glass industry is opaque.
- Its value on the hardness scale lies between 3.5 to 4 Mohs.
- Further, it has both adsorption and absorption tendency towards moisture.
- Dolomite powder disperses in the water but remains insoluble.
- Its oil absorption capacity is low.
- It is non-explosive and non-inflammable on combustion.
- Lastly, it is a poor conductor of electricity.
Uses and Applications of Dolomite Powder
Soap Industries
Every dolomite manufacturer supplies dolomite powder to the soap industry. It is an ideal base filler for detergents and soaps to change their consistency. Further helps the soaps to disperse evenly and enhances their solubility.
Glass Industries
The calcium oxide and magnesium oxide present in dolomite improve the reaction time during the glass manufacturing process. The glass-making process requires a pure white mineral to produce clear transparent glass
Paint Industries
Our dolomite powder also serves as one of the primary raw materials for the paint industry. It is used as a filler in paint and serves as a white extender providing it with scrub resistance, which makes dolomite essential for rubber industry.
Agriculture
The magnesium content of dolomite powder makes it an excellent fertilizer for agricultural fields. Further, it is also used as a soil neutralizer to control soil acidity in agriculture industry
Building Material and Putty
Due to its ability to adsorb water, high-density ratio, and high surface hardness, dolomite is used in building materials like cement or putty.
Rubber Industries
Dolomite from Aravali Minerals is also supplied to the rubber industry, which helps maintain the hardness and softness of rubber. Besides, it also increases the volume of rubber.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dolomite is a natural calcium-magnesium carbonate mineral widely used in industrial, agricultural, and construction applications.
Dolomite is used in paint, soap, glass, agriculture, construction, putty, and rubber industries as a filler and performance enhancer.
Aravali Onyx Dolomite offers high whiteness, consistent particle size, low moisture, and reliable chemical composition.
Yes, Dolomite is available in multiple mesh sizes and grades to meet specific industry requirements.
Yes, Aravali Onyx supplies Dolomite in bulk quantities for domestic and export markets.
The price depends on the grade, mesh size, quantity and destination. Share your requirement to get a quote.
Yes. Its density, hardness and water adsorption make it a common filler in wall putty and cement-based products.
Yes. Aravali Onyx supplies dolomite powder in bulk for domestic and export markets. Share the grade, quantity and destination for a quote.
