Description
The material is processed to remove unwanted impurities. This results in a cleaner and more concentrated form than raw ilmenite ore, offering improved purity and reliability for industrial applications.
Primary Uses:
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Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) Pigments: Core raw material for producing white pigments used in paints, plastics, coatings, and paper.
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Welding Electrode Flux: Enhances arc stability and slag formation in welding rods and fluxes.
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Titanium Metal Production: Feedstock in the Kroll Process and other metallurgical methods for producing aerospace-grade titanium.
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Ceramics and Refractories: Applied in high-temperature resistant materials due to its thermal stability.
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Environmental Applications: Used in water filtration and treatment in specific industrial processes.