Prime-grade industrial minerals sourced from the heart of Pakistan — delivered to US markets with full traceability.
Industrial-grade talc powder and lump. Mohs hardness 1. Used in ceramics, plastics, paint, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
Raw and carved soapstone (steatite). Heat-resistant, workable, prized for countertops, sculpture, and industrial applications.
Expanding portfolio of raw and refined minerals from Pakistan's abundant geological reserves — customized to buyer specification.
Primeore International was founded on a simple insight: Pakistan holds some of the world's richest mineral deposits — talc, soapstone, and rare earth materials — yet remains largely untapped as a supplier to US industrial markets.
Based in Northern Virginia, we bridge the gap between remote mountain mines in Pakistan and the industrial buyers who need reliable, high-quality raw materials at competitive prices.
Our supply chain is built on direct relationships with producers in Pakistan — regions with centuries of mining history and mineral deposits rated among the finest in Asia.
Every shipment we export is graded, documented, and customs-cleared under HTS code 2526 — entering the US at zero import duty, making Pakistani talc one of the most cost-competitive industrial minerals available to American manufacturers.
Pakistani talc from the Pakistani is among the world's finest — high whiteness, low impurities, and consistent grain size. Available as lump ore or processed powder to buyer specification.
Pakistan produces talc with GE Brightness ratings up to 92, making it suitable for premium ceramics, high-end plastics compounding, and cosmetic applications.
| Mineral | Magnesium Silicate Mg₃Si₄O₁₀(OH)₂ |
| Mohs Hardness | 1.0 (softest mineral) |
| GE Brightness | 85 – 92 |
| Available Forms | Lump / Powder / Granule |
| Origin | Pakistan |
| HTS Code (US) | 2526.10 / 2526.20 |
| US Import Duty | 0% |
| Packaging | 25kg / 1MT bags · Bulk |
Soapstone (steatite) is a metamorphic rock composed primarily of talc — giving it exceptional heat resistance, workability with hand tools, and a smooth, soapy feel. Pakistani soapstone is prized for its deep green coloration and density.
Available as raw block material for industrial applications or as hand-carved pieces for the US retail and decor market — one of the highest-margin export opportunities from the region.
| Composition | 50–80% Talc + Chlorite |
| Mohs Hardness | 1 – 2 |
| Color | Green · Grey · Black |
| Heat Resistance | Up to 1,000°C |
| Available Forms | Raw Block · Slabs · Carved |
| Origin | Pakistan |
| Min. Order | 1 MT (raw) · Custom (carved) |
| Lead Time | 4–8 weeks |
Looking for a reliable supplier of Pakistani talc or soapstone? We work directly with industrial buyers, distributors, and procurement teams across the US.
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