Raw rock phosphate in beige and light brown stones used for fertilizer production and industrial chemical processes.

Rock Phosphate – P₂O₅ Industrial Grade

Mineral Description

Rock Phosphate is a naturally occurring mineral rich in phosphorus, mainly in the form of P₂O₅ (phosphorus pentoxide). It is the primary raw material used in the production of phosphate fertilizers, phosphoric acid and various chemical products. Rock phosphate appears in beige, brown or grey crushed stones or fine powder depending on the processing stage.

Industrial Uses and Applications

  • Fertilizers: key raw material for single superphosphate (SSP), triple superphosphate (TSP) and other phosphate fertilizers.
  • Chemical industry: used to manufacture phosphoric acid (H₃PO₄) and phosphorus-based chemicals.
  • Animal nutrition: source of phosphorus for feed-grade mineral supplements.
  • Organic agriculture: slow-release natural phosphorus source.
  • Detergents and industrial cleaners: phosphorus-based compounds widely used in formulations.

Extraction and Processing

Rock phosphate is extracted from open-pit mines. After mining, the material is crushed, washed, dried and graded according to P₂O₅ content. Standard grades include 26%, 28%, 30% and 32% P₂O₅.

Major producing countries include Morocco, Egypt, Jordan, Algeria, Pakistan and China.

Rock Phosphate Supply – PEI PADIMAR

PEI PADIMAR supplies industrial-grade rock phosphate for fertilizer manufacturing, chemical production and agricultural use. Available in crushed stone and powdered form, with multiple P₂O₅ concentrations.

Packaging options include 25 kg bags, 1-ton big bags and bulk container shipments. Technical documentation (COA, MSDS and Certificate of Origin) is available upon request.

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Rock phosphate (26%–32% P₂O₅) for fertilizers, phosphoric acid and industrial applications.