AFGHAN CHROMITE PORTFOLIO
Afghan Chromite Ore
Laboratory-documented chromite ore supported by two SGS Pakistan chemical assays and an independent EDX mineral-characterisation report from the University of Peshawar. The portfolio records Cr₂O₃ grades of 48.27% and 45.87%, with supporting EDX evidence showing 53.08% elemental chromium at the analysed measurement area.
Chromite-01
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Cr₂O₃
12 Nov 2024
Chromite-02
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Cr₂O₃
22 Nov 2024
Chromite-03
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Cr₂O₃
13 Jan 2026
Chromite-04
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Cr
11 Nov 2025
Chromium-bearing ore
Chromite for the ferrochrome value chain
Our Afghan chromite portfolio includes two SGS Pakistan chemical assays reporting 48.27% and 45.87% Cr₂O₃, alongside an SGS Iran stockpile inspection with witnessed third-party laboratory analysis reporting 41.01% Cr₂O₃. A University of Peshawar EDX report provides supporting elemental-composition data, recording 53.08% elemental chromium at the analysed measurement area.
These separate sample results provide a basis for buyer evaluation and shipment-specific quality verification.
Two SGS results reporting substantial chromium oxide content.
A maximum documented grade of 48.27% Cr₂O₃.
Supporting EDX evidence with 53.08% elemental chromium.
Scope for buyer-specific sampling, qualification and processing review.
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LABORATORY ANALYSIS 01 · SGS PAKISTAN
Date: 12 November 2024
Report: 0000061304
Sample: PKS2445608.009
Source Document
Original Certificate
Extracted Result
Key Characteristics
| Element | Symbol | Unit | Reported value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chromium oxide | Cr₂O₃ | % | 48.27% |
| Moisture | — | % | N.A. |
Key Characteristics
- Approximately 482.7 kg Cr₂O₃ per metric tonne at the reported grade.
- Highest chromium oxide result among the two published SGS samples.
- Strong preliminary profile for ferrochrome-oriented buyer evaluation.
Potential Technical Review
- Determine total iron and establish the commercial Cr:Fe ratio.
- Confirm SiO₂, Al₂O₃, MgO, phosphorus, sulphur and moisture.
- Develop sizing, beneficiation and product-quality projections.
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LABORATORY ANALYSIS 02 · SGS PAKISTAN
Date: 22 November 2024
Report: 0000043887
Sample: PKS2332667.004
Source Document
Original Certificate
Extracted Result
Key Characteristics
| Element | Symbol | Unit | Reported value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chromium oxide | Cr₂O₃ | % | 45.87% |
| Moisture | — | % | N.A. |
Key Characteristics
- Approximately 458.7 kg Cr₂O₃ per metric tonne at the reported grade.
- Second SGS-tested sample with a substantial chromium oxide result.
- Suitable for preliminary ferrochrome feed and beneficiation evaluation.
Potential Technical Review
- Establish total iron, Cr:Fe ratio and complete oxide chemistry.
- Confirm moisture, particle-size distribution and penalty elements.
- Compare direct-sale and beneficiation routes for the material.
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LABORATORY ANALYSIS 03 · SGS Iran, Tehran
Date: 13 January 2026
Report No: 650201/00108
Reference No: 26-00164L02
Source Document
Original Certificate
Extracted Result
Key Characteristics
| Component | Formula | Unit | Reported value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chromium Oxide | Cr₂O₃ | Weight % | 41.01% |
| Silicon Dioxide | SiO₂ | Weight % | 9.40% |
| Sulphur | S | Weight % | 0.0039% |
| Phosphorus | P | Weight % | 0.0015% |
| Chromium-to-Iron Ratio | Cr/Fe | Ratio | 2.73 |
| Magnesium-to-Aluminium Ratio | Mg/Al | Ratio | 2.24 |
| Aluminium Oxide | Al₂O₃ | Weight % | 17.01% |
| Moisture | H₂O | Weight % | 0.34% |
Key Characteristics
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Chromium oxide content of 41.01%, representing the primary indicator of the ore’s chromium grade and commercial value.
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Chromium-to-iron ratio of 2.73, indicating potentially favourable characteristics for ferrochrome production.
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Low phosphorus (0.0015%) and sulphur (0.0039%) concentrations, contributing to the ore’s metallurgical appeal.
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Approximately 90% of the material consists of 10–100 mm particles, based on visual size estimation.
Potential Technical Review
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Potential suitability for ferrochrome smelting based on the reported chromium grade and chromium-to-iron ratio.
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Silica (9.40%) and alumina (17.01%) contents requiring consideration in slag chemistry, flux consumption, and smelting efficiency.
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Predominantly lump-sized material that may require screening or additional sizing depending on furnace feed specifications.
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Preliminary laboratory findings observed by SGS, requiring representative sampling and independent verification for contractual quality assurance.
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LABORATORY ANALYSIS 04 · UNIVERSITY OF PESHAWAR
Date: 11 November 2025
Registration: 10617/CRL
Sample: Sample Powder
Source Document
Original Certificate
Extracted Result
Key Characteristics
| Element | Symbol | Unit | Reported value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxygen | O | Weight % | 5.14% |
| Magnesium | Mg | Weight % | 11.96% |
| Aluminium | Al | Weight % | 6.43% |
| Silicon | Si | Weight % | 5.21% |
| Sulphur | S | Weight % | 0.24% |
| Calcium | Ca | Weight % | 0.11% |
| Titanium | Ti | Weight % | 0.42% |
| Chromium | Cr | Weight % | 53.08% |
| Iron | Fe | Weight % | 17.42% |
Key Characteristics
- Chromium is the dominant reported element at 53.08 weight percent.
- Iron, magnesium and aluminium form the principal accompanying elements.
- Supports the chromium-rich mineral character of the submitted powder sample.
Potential Technical Review
- Identify chromium-bearing mineral phases and liberation behaviour.
- Confirm bulk Cr₂O₃ grade and Cr:Fe ratio through representative analysis.
- Evaluate gravity, magnetic and combined beneficiation responses.
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