Spec review
Grade, impurity limits, moisture, packing, and application checked first.
FLUORSPAR SOURCING
Industrial Fluorspar Matched to Your Process.
Start with the variables that change real usability: CaF2 grade, product form, impurity limits, monthly quantity, and destination.
CaF2 GradeProduct FormImpurity LimitsQuantityDestination
Specifications are matched to application and purchase requirements
SOURCING WORKFLOWSpec FirstCaF2, impurities, moisture, packing, COA, and shipment terms are checked before quotation.
COA check
CaF2, SiO2, CaCO3, moisture, lot identity, and sampling basis reviewed.
RFQ match
Product form, quantity, destination, Incoterms, and documents aligned.
Why Fluorica / 00
Specification-first sourcing
Fluorica is built around the practical checks buyers need before comparing fluorspar offers.
We match CaF2 grade, form, and impurity tolerance to the buyer's process before quotation.
COA fields are checked against declared specifications before quotation discussions move forward.
Source route and processing method are clarified upfront where supporting documents are available.
FOB, CIF, DAP, packing, documents, and destination requirements are aligned during RFQ review.
Product forms / 01
Which fluorspar product fits your process?
Fluorica helps buyers compare three industrial fluorspar forms: powder, lumps, and briquettes, with attention to CaF2 grade, moisture, impurities, handling, and logistics.
Fluorspar Powder
Acid & metallurgical gradeFine fluorspar for fluorine chemicals and metallurgical flux applications, supplied as wet or dried powder depending on requirement.
HF production, chemical processing, and fine metallurgical use.
- Acid grade: CaF2 >97%
- Met grade: 85% / 90% / 93% / 95%
- Dried powder moisture: <0.3%
Fluorspar Lumps
CaF2 75%–98%Natural and processed lump material for steelmaking, non-ferrous smelting, ferroalloys, and other flux applications.
Steelmaking, cement, non-ferrous smelting, and flux applications.
- High-end: 90% / 93% / 95% / 97% / 98%
- Normal: 75% / 80% / 85%
- Low sulphur and phosphorus options
Fluorspar Briquettes
CaF2 75%–95%Uniform metallurgical briquettes made from fluorspar powder with inorganic binder for controlled handling and furnace charging.
Metallurgical furnaces, aluminum, and controlled charging.
- High-end: 90% / 95%
- Normal: 75% / 80% / 85%
- Approx. 2.5 cm diameter
Typical buyer sectors
Fluorine chemicalsSteelmakingNon-ferrous metalsFerroalloysSpecification guide / 02
Compare fluorspar grades and forms
Fluorica publishes buyer-facing CaF2 ranges for acid-grade powder, metallurgical powder, lumps, and briquettes so procurement teams can compare grade, impurity, moisture, and product form before issuing an RFQ.
| Product | Grade / CaF2 | SiO2 | CaCO3 | Other published limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acid-grade powder | >97% | <1%; 1-1.2%; 1.2-1.5% | <1%; 1-1.2% | Dried moisture <0.3% |
| Metallurgical powder | 85%; 90%; 93%; 95% | Confirm by quotation | Confirm by quotation | Wet or dried form |
| High-end lumps | 90%; 93%; 95%; 97%; 98% | <10% to <2%, by grade | <1% | S <0.05%; P <0.01% |
| Normal lumps | 75%; 80%; 85% | <20%; <16%; <13% | <5%; <5%; <3% | S <0.1% |
| High-end briquettes | 90%; 95% | <7%; <5% | <3% | S <0.1% |
| Normal briquettes | 75%; 80%; 85% | <20%; <16%; <13% | <5%; <5%; <3% | S <0.1% |
Published ranges are presented for buyer orientation. Confirm the complete specification, test method, sizing, packing, and acceptance terms before ordering.
Sourcing workflow / 03
From requirement to shipment
Fluorica uses a specification-first RFQ workflow: buyers define the application, then grade, moisture, packing, inspection, and shipment terms are confirmed before quotation.
- 01Define application
Tell us the process, furnace or chemical use, and the issue the material must address.
- 02Match grade
Select powder, lumps, or briquettes with the relevant CaF2 and impurity range.
- 03Confirm specification
Agree chemistry, particle size, moisture, packing, inspection, and acceptance basis.
- 04Prepare supply
Production or allocation proceeds against the confirmed commercial terms.
- 05Coordinate shipment
Align documents, packing, Incoterms, and destination-port requirements.
Applications / 04
Industrial applications
Fluorica reviews fluorspar powder, lumps, and briquettes for fluorine chemicals, steelmaking, non-ferrous metallurgy, ferroalloys, and related industrial applications subject to buyer specification confirmation.
Fluorine chemicals
Acid-grade fluorspar powder is used as a raw material for hydrofluoric acid and downstream fluorine products.
Steelmaking
Metallurgical fluorspar functions as a flux to help lower slag melting behavior and support slag fluidity.
Non-ferrous metallurgy
Selected powder, lumps, or briquettes can support smelting and refining processes subject to buyer specifications.
Ferroalloys & ironmaking
Briquettes provide an alternative physical form for metallurgical charging and handling.
Buyer guide / 05
How buyers avoid mismatched fluorspar offers
The strongest RFQ is not the shortest one. It defines the basis of comparison before price is discussed.
01COA review
Read CaF2, SiO2, CaCO3, moisture, lot identity, and sampling basis together.
02RFQ checklistDefine form, grade, impurity limits, size, packing, destination, Incoterms, and inspection.
03Grade selectionCompare acid grade and metallurgical grade by process fit, not by purity number alone.
04Supplier evaluationCheck source route, lot stability, COA discipline, shipment continuity, and documentation.
Comparisons
Decision comparisons buyers actually search
Comparison pages help buyers separate nominal grade claims from usable material, document quality, and supply model risk.
97% vs 95%
When higher CaF2 matters and when impurity stability matters more.
Read insight ↗Powder vs lumpsHow product form changes handling, moisture, feed behavior, and logistics.
Read insight ↗Thailand vs ChinaA practical comparison of sourcing route, availability, verification, and buyer fit.
Read insight ↗Mine direct vs traderWhere direct sourcing helps, where spot traders still fit, and what to verify.
Read insight ↗Supply terms
Commercial terms to confirm before quotation
Basic commercial fields should be confirmed in the RFQ instead of assumed from a product name.
Monthly demand, trial order size, repeat order plan, and target shipment window.
Bulk, jumbo bag, small bag, pallet, moisture basis, and handling limits.
FOB, CIF, DAP, destination port, document responsibility, and inspection timing.
COA, packing list, invoice, origin information, inspection report, and buyer-specific files.
Source & verification
From source route to shipment review
The buyer should be able to connect specification, source route, COA basis, inspection option, packing, and shipment documents before committing.
Verification discipline: Product chemistry, documentation, packing, and shipment terms are treated as separate checks before quotation.Updated for Fluorica sourcing workflow · Aug 21, 2026
Latest insights / 06
Latest Fluorspar Insights
Fluorica publishes practical fluorspar procurement articles covering grade choice, COA review, RFQ structure, total cost, sourcing risk, and application-specific impurity checks.
01Thailand Fluorspar vs China Fluorspar: Specs, Logistics, and What Actually Changes for Your Order
A practical comparison of Thailand and China fluorspar supply for industrial buyers, covering grade availability, impurity checks, landed cost, lead time, COA discipline, inspection, and when each origin fits the order.
Read insight ↗02Mine-Direct vs. Spot Trader Fluorspar: What Procurement Teams Actually Need to KnowA practical comparison of mine-direct fluorspar supply and spot-trader purchasing, focused on source control, lot stability, COA discipline, supply continuity, and when each model fits a buyer's risk profile.
Read insight ↗03Responsible Fluorspar Sourcing: ESG Checks Buyers Should Verify Before ContractingA practical ESG sourcing guide for industrial fluorspar buyers covering mine source verification, processing transparency, tailings and water controls, labor safety, logistics, documentation, and contract language.
Read insight ↗04Fluorspar for Solar Glass: Why Iron, Silica and Trace Impurities MatterA practical buyer guide explaining how solar glass and ultra-clear glass procurement teams should evaluate fluorspar-related specifications, especially Fe2O3, SiO2, CaF2, moisture, COA basis, and batch consistency.
Read insight ↗Buyer knowledge / 07
Fluorspar buyer questions
Direct answers to the questions international procurement and plant teams ask before requesting a fluorspar quotation.
What is fluorspar?
Fluorspar is the commercial name for fluorite, a mineral whose principal chemical component is calcium fluoride (CaF2). It is used as a fluorine-industry raw material and as a flux in metallurgical processes.
What is the difference between powder, lumps, and briquettes?
Powder offers fine particle form for chemical processing and metallurgical use. Lumps provide natural or processed coarse feed. Briquettes agglomerate fine material into a consistent form that can simplify handling and charging in metallurgical operations.
Which CaF2 grades does Global Fluorspar publish?
Published ranges include acid-grade powder above 97% CaF2, metallurgical powder from 85% to 95%, lumps from 75% to 98%, and briquettes from 75% to 95%, with impurity limits varying by grade.
What should an international buyer include in an RFQ?
State the product form, target CaF2, maximum SiO2 and CaCO3, sulphur and phosphorus limits where relevant, particle size, moisture, monthly quantity, packing preference, destination port, and required inspection documents.
RFQ / 08
Tell us the specification you need
Share the product form, target CaF₂, impurity limits, size, monthly quantity, packing, and destination port. Fluorica will review the available supply option.
✓ Specification review✓ Packing & logistics alignment✓ Commercial quotation