Hematite and Magnetite

Hematite (Fe₂O₃) and magnetite (Fe₃O₄) are the principal iron ore minerals used in global steel production. RMSPL supplies high-grade hematite and magnetite from India's richest iron ore belts for domestic steel plants and international importers.

Key Producing States

• Odisha — Largest reserves (~6,205 MMT), major export hub via Paradip and Dhamra ports
• Jharkhand — Noamundi, Chiria, and Kiriburu mining clusters
• Chhattisgarh — Bailadila high-grade hematite deposits
• Karnataka — Donimalai, Kumaraswamy, and Ramandurg mines
• Goa — Low-alumina fines for blending and export

Applications

Blast furnace ironmaking, direct reduction (DRI/sponge iron), sinter plant feed, pelletization, and industrial metal production. Magnetite is preferred for pellet feed due to its magnetic properties and fine grinding characteristics.

Typical Specifications

Parameter	Hematite	Magnetite
Fe Content	62-67%	60-68%
SiO2	2-8%	3-6%
Al2O3	1-4%	1-3%
Size	Lumps 10-40 mm; fines 0-10 mm (client-specific)

Reference: Indian Bureau of Mines iron ore statistics; India's National Steel Policy 2017.