Quartz — silicon dioxide — is one of the most widely used industrial minerals globally. Its applications range from glassmaking and electronics to silicon metal, optical components and quartz countertops. Nigeria produces quartz in several states, and DCCNL supplies industrial-grade quartz in bulk for international buyers.
Nigeria's Quartz Deposits
Commercial quartz is found in Kogi, Nasarawa, Plateau, Ekiti and parts of the South-West. Nigerian quartz is valued for its high SiO₂ purity and low iron content — suitable for a wide range of industrial applications.
Types of Quartz
- Lump quartz: Hand-sorted lumps for silicon metal, ferrosilicon and glass
- Crushed quartz: Sized material for glassmaking and foundry sands
- High-purity quartz: For electronics, optical and solar applications
- Optical-grade quartz: For lenses, prisms and laser windows
Quality Specifications
- SiO₂ content: ≥ 99%
- Fe₂O₃: ≤ 0.1%
- Al₂O₃: ≤ 0.3%
- Moisture: ≤ 1%
- Size: Lumps (10–100 mm) or crushed powder
Applications & Uses
- Glass and fibreglass production
- Electronics — oscillators, semiconductors, precision components
- Optical — lenses, prisms and laser windows
- Ferrosilicon and silicon metal smelting
- Foundry sands and refractory material
- Quartz countertops and decorative surfaces
Export Documentation
- Commercial Invoice and Packing List
- Certificate of Origin
- Mineral Title / Mining Licence
- Assay / Chemical Analysis Report
- Bill of Lading
Logistics & Packaging
Standard packaging: 1 MT jumbo bags or 25 kg sacks. Container loading: approximately 25 MT per 20 ft FCL. Transit times: Europe 18–25 days; Middle East 12–18 days; Asia 30–40 days.
Choosing a Reliable Supplier
- Operates under a valid mineral title
- Provides independent assay reports
- Offers consistent month-to-month supply
- Maintains transparent pricing and clear Incoterms
DCCNL Nigeria Limited supplies premium Nigerian quartz with full documentation and reliable logistics. Contact our export desk for specifications, samples and pricing.