Mineral

Dolomite

A calcium-magnesium carbonate mineral, a key source of magnesia and a natural fluxing agent.

CaMg(CO3)2Chemical formula

Product overview

A versatile source of magnesia and natural flux.

Dolomite is a calcium-magnesium carbonate mineral used where its fluxing behaviour, composition and mineral characteristics support industrial processing.

Key applications

  • Flux in iron and steel making
  • Glass and ceramics
  • Soil conditioning in agriculture
  • Construction aggregate