Barite Powder Supplier Italy Paints Coatings

In a paint or plastic formulation, a filler is judged by what it does to the finished product: the brightness of the surface, the way the material flows, the density it adds. Barite is a high-density, chemically inert mineral that has been used as a filler for a long time, and formulators come back to it for the same reasons each time. What changes from supplier to supplier is consistency.

This page is for buyers who are ready to source barite powder in Italy: formulators, procurement managers, technical teams and traders who supply them. It explains what each industry should check, how to test a sample before ordering, what to know about EU import paperwork and how to compare quotes. Namakwala is a third-generation Indian mineral and salt exporter, and barite sits alongside garnet and quartz in its minerals range.

What Barite Does in a Formulation

Namakwala Barite is made primarily of barium sulphate (BaSO₄). It has a high specific gravity, low solubility and good resistance to chemical reaction, and it holds up under heat and pressure. Its applications include paints and coatings, rubber and plastics, paper, radiation shielding, glass and chemicals, and oil and gas drilling fluids.

Here is what a buyer in each industry typically cares about:

Industry = What the buyer watches = What to ask the supplier

Paints and coatings = Whiteness and brightness, fine particle size, finish quality = Whiteness value, particle size distribution

Rubber and plastics = Density, consistency, how it disperses = Specific gravity, particle size, moisture

Paper = Brightness, finish = Whiteness, fine particle size

Radiation shielding = Density, consistent bulk behaviour = Specific gravity, bulk density

Glass and chemical = Chemistry and consistency = Chemical analysis, lot certificate

If your end use isn’t on the list, tell us and we’ll discuss it.

The Numbers on the Spec Sheet

Property = What it means for you

Specific gravity: 4.1 to 4.6 g/cm³ = How dense the material is, and how much weight it adds

Bulk density: 2.0 to 2.5 g/cm³ = Affects storage, packing and shipping volume

Mohs hardness: 3.0 to 3.5 = A soft mineral, which is gentler on mixing equipment than a harder filler

Solubility: insoluble in water = Stays stable in water-based systems

Appearance: white or off-white powder = Matters most where the surface is visible

Particle size: customizable = The main lever for finish, flow and dispersion

Particle size and whiteness are the two numbers most worth discussing before you order, because they decide how the powder behaves in your formulation.

Five Questions to Ask Before You Request a Sample

1. What whiteness or brightness value does this grade have, and how is it measured?
2. What is the particle size distribution, not just the average size?
3. Can the particle size be adjusted to my requirement?
4. How consistent is it from lot to lot, and will each lot come with a certificate?
5. If my method uses other measures, such as oil absorption or residue on sieve, can you supply those values?

Tell us your own limits for each, and we’ll tell you honestly whether a grade fits.

A Simple Sample Test Protocol

1. Lab check: compare the sample against the supplier’s sheet and your own limits.
2. Lab-scale batch: make a small test batch of paint, compound or filler blend and compare it with your current material for brightness, flow and finish.
3. Plant trial: a small production run shows how it behaves at scale.
4. Second-lot review: test a second lot later to confirm consistency before you commit to regular supply.

Comparing Offers on Delivered Cost

A price per tonne means little until you know what it covers. Compare:

1. Price basis: FOB, CIF or delivered. Add freight, insurance and port costs if they aren’t included.
2. Packaging: the bag or bulk format, and how it suits your handling and storage. This is discussed per order.
3. Particle size control: a powder that matches your target size means less rework.
4. Lead time from order to arrival, and how reliable it has been.
5. Documents: certificate of analysis, safety data sheet and shipping documents.
6. Payment terms.
7. Cost in use: if a consistent powder lets you run a recipe without retuning, that can be worth more than a lower price.

EU Import Notes

• Customs: natural barium sulphate is typically classified under HS 2511, but confirm the code and any duties with your customs broker.
• REACH: how EU chemical regulation applies to a natural mineral depends on its classification and your volumes. Please confirm your obligations with your compliance adviser before ordering.
• Safety data sheet: ask us for one in the form you require.
• Certificates: ask for a certificate of analysis for each lot. Namakwala’s About page lists ISO certification, so ask for the copy relevant to your supplier approval.

Barite Specifications

Property = Specification

Chemical Formula = BaSO₄

Specific Gravity = 4.1 – 4.6 g/cm³

Bulk Density = 2.0 – 2.5 g/cm³

Mohs Hardness = 3.0 – 3.5

Solubility = Insoluble in water

Appearance = White / off-white powder

Particle Size = Customizable (powder and lumps)

Note: Specifications can be customized as per industry requirements. Final grade and particle size are confirmed per order.

Shipping to Italy

Namakwala ships from India under export documentation, and packaging is discussed per order. Please confirm current Italian and EU import requirements with your customs broker before shipping.

How to Request a Quote

1. Tell us your application: paint, coating, plastic, rubber, paper or other.
2. Send your requirements: whiteness, particle size, and any other limits.
3. Send your volume per shipment and how often you buy.
4. Tell us your delivery port and price basis. We’ll reply with a specification, sample options and a quote.

Conclusion

Buying barite powder well is mostly about two numbers, whiteness and particle size, plus consistency from lot to lot. Ask the five questions, test a sample on your own formulation and compare offers on delivered cost.

Sourcing barite powder for an Italian paint, coatings, plastics or rubber operation? Send us your application, limits, volume and delivery port, and Namakwala will reply with a specification, sample options and a quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the specific gravity of Namakwala barite?

4.1 to 4.6 g/cm³, with a bulk density of 2.0 to 2.5 g/cm³.

Can the particle size be customized?

Yes. Barite is available as powder and lumps, and particle size can be customized to your requirement.

What appearance does the powder have?

White or off-white.

Which industries use barite?

Paints and coatings, rubber and plastics, paper, radiation shielding, glass, chemicals and oil and gas drilling fluids.

Do I need to check REACH for an import into Italy?

How EU chemical regulation applies depends on classification and volumes. Confirm your obligations with your compliance adviser and customs broker before ordering.