Critical Mineral
Columbite — Export Grade
Nigerian columbite with Nb₂O₅ content of 40–60% — for superalloy, aerospace and steel strengthening applications.
Product Overview
Columbite is the primary ore of niobium — a critical metal used in high-strength steels, superalloys, superconductors and aerospace components. Nigeria is a significant source of columbite, and DCCNL supplies assayed material with Nb₂O₅ content from 40% to 60%, sourced ethically and with full traceability for international buyers.
Specifications
- Nb₂O₅ content: 40–60%
- Ta₂O₅ content: 5–15%
- U₃O₈: ≤ 0.05%
- Moisture: ≤ 3%
- Packaging: 50 kg steel drums or 1 MT bulk bags
- MOQ: 500 kg
- Origin: Nigeria
Applications & Uses
Superalloys
Niobium-based superalloys for jet engines and gas turbines.
High-Strength Steel
Micro-alloyed steels for pipelines, automotive and structural use.
Superconductors
Niobium-titanium and niobium-tin superconductors for MRI and research.
Aerospace
Niobium alloys for aircraft structural components and rocket nozzles.
Export & Logistics
We ship worldwide from Lagos and Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Standard documentation provided with every shipment:
- Commercial Invoice & Packing List
- Certificate of Origin
- Assay / Chemical Analysis Report (SGS or equivalent)
- Mining Licence & Chain-of-Custody Documentation
- Bill of Lading (FCL, LCL, or air freight for samples)
Incoterms: FOB Lagos, CIF, CFR — available on request.