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Meet the Minerals

Why Essential Minerals?

Every sector of our economy relies on a variety of minerals to generate their end products. The products made possible by these minerals are a vital component of a stable and reliable supply chain, which is critical to the U.S. economy’s success.
End uses for these minerals are used in energy production and storage, transportation, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food, agriculture and ranching, ceramic and glass, and sports and recreation. Virtually everything you see, touch, or use is made possible by the essential minerals.
Continue Reading about Anthracite

Anthracite

A versatile form of carbon ore.

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Ball Clay

A rare rock you’ll find on your dinner table.

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Barite

A heavy non-metal mineral.

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Bentonite

The clay of a thousand uses.

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Borates

One name, more than 100 different minerals.

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Calcium Carbonate

One of the world’s most useful and versatile materials.

Continue Reading about Diatomite

Diatomite

Fossilized algae that has many uses.

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Feldspar

One of the most abundant minerals on earth – and the moon and Mars.

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Industrial Sand

An indispensable ingredient.

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Kaolin

A fundamental filler in paper, paints, and pastes.

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Lithium

The lightest metal leading the green energy revolution.

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Magnesia

A collection of minerals from magnesium-rich sources.

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Phosphates

Natural salts, essential for plant and animal growth.

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Potash

An underground salt used to help feed the world.

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Quartz

Its durability makes it great for more than just countertops.

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Rare Earth Elements

Seventeen metallic elements that only exist in other minerals.

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Salt

Much more than a flavor enhancer!

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Soda Ash

5,000 years of use

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Talc

The softest mineral on earth.

Continue Reading about Uintaite

Uintaite

Found only in the United States.

Continue Reading about Wollastonite

Wollastonite

A versatile industrial mineral.