Description

Taconite CAS NO 12249-26-2 is a naturally occurring iron silicate mineral, primarily known as a key iron ore. This industrial mineral is critical for its high iron content and serves as a fundamental raw material in the global steel production chain. It is essential for manufacturers in the metallurgical, construction, and heavy machinery sectors who require a reliable and consistent source of iron units for smelting and pelletizing processes.

Application

• Primary Iron Ore for Steelmaking: The predominant use is as a feedstock in blast furnaces and direct reduction plants to produce pig iron and subsequently steel.
• Iron Ore Pellet Production: Finely ground taconite is agglomerated into high-density pellets for more efficient transportation and smelting.
• Ferrous Alloy Production: Serves as an iron source in the manufacture of various ferrous alloys.
• Heavy Media Separation: Crushed and milled taconite can be used in dense media separation processes in mining and recycling.
• Construction Aggregate: Suitable for use as a high-density aggregate in specialized construction and radiation shielding applications.
• Pigment and Filler: Processed iron oxides derived from taconite are used in pigments, coatings, and as functional fillers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Taconite
CAS No.	12249-26-2
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Iron Silicate Ore; Taconite Iron Ore; Ferruginous Chert; Banded Iron Formation (BIF); Itabirite; Hematite-Quartzite; Low-Grade Iron Ore; Magnetic Taconite
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Taconite is sourced and processed under strict quality protocols to ensure consistent chemical composition and physical properties critical for downstream metallurgical processes. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing iron content (Fe), silica (SiO₂), alumina (Al₂O₃), phosphorus (P), and sulfur (S) levels, along with granulometry data. Quality assurance is aligned with industry standards for iron ore trading and processing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a dry, well-ventilated area at ambient temperature. As a mineral product, protect from excessive moisture to prevent caking. Store away from incompatible materials such as strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to reddish-black granular solid or fines
Iron Content (Fe), min	Contact for details
Silica (SiO₂), max	Contact for details
Alumina (Al₂O₃), max	Contact for details
Phosphorus (P), max	Contact for details
Sulfur (S), max	Contact for details
Moisture Content, max	Contact for details
Particle Size Distribution	Tailored to customer process (e.g., lump ore, fines, pellets)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.