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Aalok Overseas India · Expert Pricing Guide · 2025 Edition
Complete Price Guide — Feldspar, Quartz & Mica from India
FOB · CFR · CIF Pricing for Every Stage, Form & Destination
FOB · CFR · CIF Pricing for Every Stage, Form & Destination
Potassium Feldspar · Sodium Feldspar · Quartz Powder · Muscovite Mica · Lumps · Grains · Powder · 200M · 325M · GCC · SE Asia · Europe · Americas
A transparent, comprehensive cost breakdown — from mine to factory gate — for procurement managers, ceramic engineers & importers worldwide. All prices in USD per metric tonne (MT).
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$30–35
Feldspar lumps ex-mine / USD per MT (Rajasthan)
$15
Grinding cost per MT (200M / 325M powder)
$4
Packing cost per MT (25kg / 50kg / jumbo bags)
$11–12
Road transport to Mundra port per MT
$65–70
Typical FOB Mundra price — powder grade (all-in)
📌 Important Disclaimer — How to Read This Price Guide
All prices in this guide are in USD per metric tonne (MT) and represent approximate ranges for 2024–2025 market conditions. Actual prices vary with mineral grade, mesh size, packing type, order quantity, destination port, and prevailing market conditions. This guide is for educational and procurement planning purposes — always request a current, formal quote from Aalok Overseas for binding pricing. Prices are ex-Rajasthan unless stated as FOB or CFR.
Section 1 — The Supply Chain
How the Price Is Built — Every Cost Element from Mine to Ship
The final price you pay as an importer of Indian feldspar, quartz, or mica is the sum of many individual cost layers — from the moment the raw mineral is extracted at the mine face to the moment the container is loaded onto the vessel at Mundra or JNPT. Understanding each cost layer helps you evaluate whether a quote is fair, where cost savings are possible, and why different grades and forms carry different price points.
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Mine / Quarry
$30–35
/MT Lumps
→
🔧
Segregation & Washing
+$3–5
/MT
→
⚙️
Grinding (200M/325M)
+$15
/MT
→
🛍️
Packing
+$4
/MT
→
🚛
Loading & Truck
+$12–14
/MT
→
🏦
Port Clearance & THC
+$4–6
/MT
→
🚢
FOB Mundra
$65–75
TOTAL
| Cost Element | USD / MT | What It Covers | Notes for Buyers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Raw Mineral — Lumps (Ex-Mine) | $30–35 | Mining royalty, blasting, excavation, primary crusher, ROM stock at mine gate. Includes mining lease fees paid to Rajasthan state government. | Price varies with grade (K₂O%), whiteness, and mine location. Premium white grade (Fe₂O₃ <0.06%) commands higher price. |
| 2. Segregation & Manual Sorting | $2–4 | Manual removal of gangue minerals, dark veins, mica pockets, and contaminated rock. Critical for achieving consistent oxide analysis. Skilled labour cost. | Premium grades require more intensive hand-sorting — adds $1–2/MT vs standard grade. Not required for coarse industrial grades. |
| 3. Washing & Wet Processing | $2–4 | Water washing of crushed rock to remove surface iron staining, clay films, fine silica sand. Magnetic separation (HIMS) to remove iron minerals. Drying after wet processing. | This step is what makes the difference between Fe₂O₃ 0.15% and Fe₂O₃ 0.06%. Essential for premium white grade. Many exporters skip this — buyer beware. |
| 4. Grinding Cost (200M / 325M) | $13–17 | Ball mill or Raymond mill grinding, energy (electricity), mill maintenance, grinding media (steel balls), classification (cyclones/screens), dry magnetic separation post-grinding. | 325M costs ~$2–3/MT more than 200M (finer grind = more energy + longer residence time). 600M costs $5–7/MT more than 200M. |
| 5. NABL Lab Testing (COA) | $0.5–1 | XRF analysis (all 9–12 oxides), laser PSD (particle size distribution), whiteness testing (Elrepho), moisture testing. Amortised per tonne across the lot size. | Non-negotiable cost for international-grade material. Exporters who skip NABL testing are not producing export-grade material. |
| 6. Packing (25kg / 50kg / 1MT Jumbo) | $3–6 | Bag cost (HDPE/PP woven + PE liner), packing machine operation, stitching/sealing, labelling, palletisation and shrink-wrap (for small bags). | 25kg bags: ~$5–6/MT. 50kg bags: ~$4–5/MT. 1MT FIBC: ~$3–4/MT. FIBC is cheapest per tonne — labour saving at factory also benefits buyer. |
| 7. Factory Loading (Forklift / Labour) | $1–2 | Loading packed bags/jumbo bags into container at factory premises. Forklift charges, labour for container stuffing, dunnage bags, moisture desiccant packs inside container. | 1MT FIBC loading is faster and cheaper per tonne than 25kg bags. Desiccant adds ~$0.30/MT for moisture protection during sea transit. |
| 8. Road Transport to Port (Rajasthan → Mundra) | $10–13 | Truck freight for full 20ft container (22–25 MT) from Rajasthan production area to Mundra port. Distance approx. 350–500 km. Toll charges included. | Ajmer/Bhilwara to Mundra: ~$10–11/MT. Jaipur/Kishangarh to Mundra: ~$11–12/MT. JNPT (Mumbai) alternative adds $2–3/MT. |
| 9. Export Documentation & Customs | $1–2 | Customs House Agent (CHA) fees, shipping bill filing, GST/customs processing, COO/AIFTA/GSP certificate issuance from Chamber of Commerce or FIEO. | AIFTA Form AI (for ASEAN zero duty) requires FIEO/chamber certification — adds ~$50–80 per shipment, amortised to ~$0.50/MT for FCL. |
| 10. Terminal Handling Charge — Origin (THC-O) | $2.5–3.5 | Port of Mundra terminal handling — container lift-on at container yard, movement to vessel bay, stuffed container inspection fee. | Charged by the shipping line and port operator. Mundra THC: approx. USD 65–80 per 20ft container = ~$3/MT for 25MT load. |
| 11. Inland Container Depot (ICD) / Port Charges | $1–2 | Gate-in charges, container examination (scanning), weighbridge, port entry fees. Applicable at both origin port and sometimes at ICD if container is moved via inland depot first. | Some exporters use ICD at Garhi Harsaru (near Delhi) or Mundra ICD — adds marginal cost but sometimes needed for rail movement. |
| 12. Bank / Finance / Overhead | $1–2 | Letter of Credit (LC) negotiation bank charges, Swift/SWIFT charges, working capital interest, exporter overhead & margin. Included in final FOB price. | LC buyers should allow additional $3–5/MT for LC opening and discounting costs. TT advance saves this charge. |
| TOTAL FOB MUNDRA — All In | $65–75 | Complete cost from mine to loaded on vessel at Mundra Port. 200M / 325M powder, 50kg bags, standard export grade feldspar or quartz. | This is the price ON the vessel. Buyer pays ocean freight from here onward. |
Section 2 — Product-Wise Pricing
FOB Mundra Price Range by Product, Form & Grade
All prices USD per MT, FOB Mundra Port. 20ft FCL quantities (22–25 MT). Premium grades command higher end of range. Prices are approximate 2024–2025 ranges.
| Product | Form / Grade | FOB Price USD/MT | Key Specification | Why Price Varies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🟡 POTASSIUM FELDSPAR (K-Spar / Orthoclase / KAlSi₃O₈) | ||||
| Potash Feldspar | Lumps / Grains (20–40mm) | $38–45 | K₂O 10–13% · Raw crushed lumps, no grinding | K₂O % and whiteness are price drivers. 13% K₂O costs more than 10%. |
| Potash Feldspar | Coarse Powder / Sand (80M) | $52–60 | K₂O 10–13% · 80 mesh · Standard grade | Coarser grind = lower grinding energy = lower price vs fine powder |
| Potash Feldspar | Powder 200 Mesh — Standard | $62–70 | K₂O 10–12% · Fe₂O₃ <0.12% · Whiteness 82–87% | Most-traded grade globally. Standard for wall tile body. |
| Potash Feldspar | Powder 200 Mesh — Premium | $68–78 | K₂O 11–13% · Fe₂O₃ <0.08% · Whiteness 87–91% | Premium grade for sanitaryware, fine porcelain, export-quality tile |
| Potash Feldspar | Powder 325 Mesh — Standard | $70–80 | K₂O 10–12% · Fe₂O₃ <0.12% · D50 20–30µm | Finer grind adds $8–12/MT over 200M. For glaze & premium bodies. |
| Potash Feldspar | Powder 325 Mesh — Ultra-White | $78–92 | K₂O 11–13% · Fe₂O₃ <0.06% · Whiteness 90–93% · D50 20–25µm | Top-tier export grade. Extra HIMS processing, premium ore selection. |
| 🔵 SODIUM FELDSPAR (Soda Feldspar / Albite / NaAlSi₃O₈) | ||||
| Soda Feldspar | Lumps / Grains | $35–42 | Na₂O 8–11% · Raw lumps, no grinding | Soda feldspar lumps are slightly cheaper than potash at raw stage |
| Soda Feldspar | Powder 200 Mesh | $58–68 | Na₂O 9–11% · Fe₂O₃ <0.12% · Whiteness 80–86% | Standard tile body grade. Priced slightly below equivalent K-spar. |
| Soda Feldspar | Powder 325 Mesh — Premium | $68–80 | Na₂O 9–11% · Fe₂O₃ <0.10% · Whiteness 82–88% | Preferred for transparent glaze & fast-fire tile. High Na₂O premium. |
| ⚪ QUARTZ / SILICA POWDER (SiO₂ / CAS 14808-60-7) | ||||
| Quartz | Lumps / Pebbles (Raw) | $25–35 | SiO₂ 98.5–99.5% · Raw unground quartz | Quartz raw lump is cheaper than feldspar — lower royalty & mining cost. |
| Quartz | Grains / Sand (0.5–2mm) | $45–60 | SiO₂ 99.0–99.5% · Washed & sized · Engineered stone grade | Used for engineered quartz countertops. Price rises sharply with whiteness. |
| Quartz | Powder 200M — Super Semi White | $60–72 | SiO₂ 99.2%+ · Fe₂O₃ <0.05% · Whiteness 91–93% | Ceramic & tile body grade. Most common export quartz powder grade. |
| Quartz | Powder 200M — Snow White | $68–80 | SiO₂ 99.4%+ · Fe₂O₃ <0.025% · Whiteness 95–98% | Premium paint & coating grade. Extra HIMS processing adds cost. |
| Quartz | Powder 325M — Snow White | $75–90 | SiO₂ 99.4%+ · Fe₂O₃ <0.020% · Whiteness 95–98% | Glaze & coating grade. Finer grind + higher purity = premium. |
| Quartz | Powder 600M — Snow White | $95–115 | SiO₂ 99.5%+ · Fe₂O₃ <0.015% · Whiteness 97–99% · D50 8–12µm | Ultra-fine premium paint/filler grade. High energy grind cost drives price. |
| 💎 MUSCOVITE MICA (KAl₂(Si₃Al)O₁₀(OH)₂) | ||||
| Muscovite Mica | Scrap / Waste Mica | $35–55 | Raw scrap from processing — variable size & quality | Lowest-cost form. Used for wet grinding into mica powder. |
| Muscovite Mica | Flakes (2–4mm, 4–8mm) | $80–140 | Sorted, clean flakes — construction & paint grade | Larger, cleaner flakes cost more. Aspect ratio drives premium for paints. |
| Muscovite Mica | Powder 100 Mesh | $130–180 | Wet-ground mica powder · paints, rubber, plastics | Wet grinding is expensive (energy + drying). Aspect ratio preserved. |
| Muscovite Mica | Powder 200 Mesh — Standard | $155–220 | Dry-ground mica · ceramics, fillers, construction | Standard industrial mica powder. Used in ceramic bodies, welding rods. |
| Muscovite Mica | Sericite Powder (fine cosmetic) | $250–450 | Ultra-fine sericite · D50 5–15µm · cosmetics, pearlescent | Highest-value mica product. Cosmetic grade demands maximum purity & fineness. |
| Muscovite Mica | Sheets / Splittings (Block) | $300–800 | Hand-split sheets · electrical insulation, specialist use | Premium by sheet size & clarity. V-1 grade commands highest price. |
Section 3 — Shipping Line Charges
Understanding Shipping Line Charges — What Every Importer Must Know
Ocean freight is the most visible cost in the CFR price — but it is NOT the only shipping charge. Understanding all the line items helps you verify your freight invoice is fair and avoid surprises.
🚢 Base Ocean Freight (BF)
The core sea freight charge from origin port (Mundra) to destination port. Quoted per TEU (20ft container) or per MT. For dry bulk minerals in containers, often quoted per TEU.
Typical Range: USD 350–2500 per 20ft TEU — highly variable by route & market
🏗️ Terminal Handling Charge — Destination (THC-D)
Charged at the destination port by the shipping line — covers crane lift-off vessel, movement to container yard, and first ground placement. Buyer pays this even on CFR terms.
Typical: USD 80–250 per 20ft TEU depending on port
🔄 Lift-On / Lift-Off (LO/LO)
Crane charge for lifting container on and off vessels. Separate from THC in some ports. LO = crane cost at origin to load container onto vessel. LO off = crane cost at destination to offload.
Typical: USD 25–60 per move — sometimes included in THC
⛽ Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF / EBS)
Shipping lines add a fuel surcharge based on current oil prices. Called BAF (Bunker Adjustment Factor) or EBS (Emergency Bunker Surcharge). Fluctuates monthly. Can add significant cost during high-oil periods.
Typical: USD 50–350 per TEU depending on oil price & route
📄 Bill of Lading Fee (B/L Fee)
Shipping line charge for issuing the Bill of Lading document — the title to the cargo that triggers payment under an LC. Includes original B/L printing (3 originals typically) and surrender/telex release if requested.
Typical: USD 25–75 per B/L (flat fee per shipment)
🌊 Port Congestion Surcharge (PCS)
Applied when a destination port experiences unusual congestion causing vessel waiting time. Common at major Asian, GCC, and European ports during peak seasons. Unpredictable — check with your freight forwarder before booking.
Typical: USD 0–300 per TEU when applied
🔒 Seal / Container Security Fee (CSF)
Customs seal placement on container at origin port. Required by all major shipping lines. Also covers ISPS (International Ship & Port Facility Security) compliance levy — mandatory under IMO convention.
Typical: USD 15–35 per TEU (flat fee)
🌱 Environmental / IMO 2020 Surcharge
Since IMO 2020 low-sulphur fuel regulations, shipping lines pass the cost of low-sulphur fuel compliance to shippers via an LSS (Low Sulphur Surcharge) or ECS (Environmental Compliance Surcharge). Ongoing charge on all routes.
Typical: USD 30–80 per TEU (built into BAF on many routes)
| Shipping Charge Component | Per 20ft TEU (USD) | Per MT (25MT Load) | Who Pays / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| THC Origin (Mundra) | $65–80 | ~$3 | Exporter pays — included in FOB price by Aalok Overseas |
| Ocean Freight (Base Rate) | $350–2500 | $14–100 | Seller pays on CFR/CIF terms — buyer pays on FOB terms |
| BAF / EBS (Fuel Surcharge) | $50–350 | $2–14 | Usually included in all-in freight rate. Check if quoted separately. |
| THC Destination | $80–250 | $3–10 | Always paid by BUYER — even on CFR/CIF terms. Verify with your port agent. |
| B/L Fee + Seal + ISPS | $60–110 | $2.5–4.5 | Exporter pays — included in FOB/CFR price by Aalok Overseas |
| Destination Port Dues + Lift-Off | $40–120 | $1.5–5 | BUYER pays — port authority fee at destination, not covered by seller on CFR |
| Import Duty / Customs Clearance | Varies | $0–25+ | BUYER pays. AIFTA reduces to zero for ASEAN. GCC 5% standard duty. EU varies by country. |
Section 4 — Global CFR Prices
Approximate CFR Prices by Destination — Feldspar / Quartz 200M / 325M Powder
CFR = FOB Price + Ocean Freight. All prices USD per MT. Based on 20ft FCL, 22–25 MT payload, standard commercial grade. Freight rates are approximate 2024–2025 averages — actual rates fluctuate weekly.
| Region | Country / Port | Ocean Freight USD / 20ft TEU | Ocean Freight USD / MT | Approx CFR 200M Powder | Transit Days | Import Duty Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇪 GCC — Gulf Cooperation Council | ||||||
| GCC | UAE — Jebel Ali (Dubai) | $350–600 | $14–24 | $82–102 | 6–9 days | GCC standard 5% import duty. Ceramics industry: check FTA. |
| GCC | Saudi Arabia — Dammam | $400–650 | $16–26 | $84–104 | 8–12 days | 5% GCC customs duty standard. VAT 15% at import. |
| GCC | Qatar — Hamad Port | $380–620 | $15–25 | $83–103 | 7–10 days | 5% GCC standard. Qatar-India strong trade relations. |
| GCC | Oman — Sohar | $320–550 | $13–22 | $80–100 | 5–8 days | Closest GCC port to India. 5% duty. Ceramic industry growing. |
| 🌏 South Asia | ||||||
| South Asia | Pakistan — Karachi | $200–400 | $8–16 | $76–94 | 3–5 days | Very short transit. Customs clearance can be complex — use experienced broker. |
| South Asia | Bangladesh — Chittagong | $350–600 | $14–24 | $82–102 | 7–10 days | Major growing tile market. SAFTA preferential tariff applicable. |
| South Asia | Sri Lanka — Colombo | $280–480 | $11–19 | $79–97 | 4–6 days | Close proximity to India. ISFTA preferential. Colombo is major hub. |
| 🌏 Southeast Asia (AIFTA — Zero/Reduced Duty) | ||||||
| SE Asia | Malaysia — Port Klang | $500–900 | $20–36 | $88–114 | 12–15 days | AIFTA: 0% duty with Form AI ✅ |
| SE Asia | Indonesia — Tanjung Priok | $550–1000 | $22–40 | $90–118 | 12–16 days | AIFTA: 0% duty with Form AI ✅ |
| SE Asia | Vietnam — HCMC | $600–1100 | $24–44 | $92–122 | 14–18 days | AIFTA: 0% duty with Form AI ✅ |
| SE Asia | Thailand — Laem Chabang | $580–1050 | $23–42 | $91–120 | 13–17 days | AIFTA: 0% duty with Form AI ✅ |
| 🌏 East Asia | ||||||
| East Asia | China — Shanghai / Guangzhou | $700–1400 | $28–56 | $96–134 | 14–20 days | China applies 3–5% import duty on feldspar/silica. Large market but competitive. |
| East Asia | South Korea — Busan | $750–1500 | $30–60 | $98–138 | 16–22 days | CEPA with India reduces duty on some minerals. Premium quality required. |
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