Industrial Minerals: Dolomite

Versatile dolomite for agricultural and industrial use

Afrimat supplies high-quality dolomite to South Africa’s leading industries, with a reputation for reliable supply, consistent grading, and dependable bulk delivery.

Dolomite (CaMg(CO₃)₂) is a naturally occurring calcium-magnesium carbonate mineral used widely in agriculture, construction, chemical processing, and metallurgy. Sourced from strategic operations, Afrimat’s dolomite meets strict quality standards to match client-specific demands.

Dolomite

Product applications and industries served

Afrimat’s dolomite serves multiple industries across the country:

Metallurgical dolomite

Afrimat supplies low-silica dolomite (<3% SiO₂) for metallurgical applications, acting as a fluxing agent to remove impurities and enhance metal quality.

Used in:

As a construction aggregate

Dolomite’s low water demand helps reduce cement costs and improves concrete durability.

Common uses:

Agriculture and animal feed

Dolomite is processed into agricultural lime and feed lime, offering dual benefits for soil health and animal nutrition.

Key uses:

Agricultural dolomitic lime

Afrimat’s finely milled dolomitic lime is ideal for magnesium-deficient, acidic soils. Rich in both calcium and magnesium, it corrects pH levels and replenishes vital nutrients to boost soil fertility and crop performance.

Benefits of Dolomitic Lime:

Common applications:

How is it different from calcitic lime?

While calcitic lime mainly supplies calcium, dolomitic lime provides both calcium and magnesium, making it ideal for soils lacking magnesium.

Product grades & specifications

Afrimat offers dolomite in various grades and sizes to suit diverse industry needs:

Available grades:

All products are lab-tested for purity and consistency, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Custom sizing is available on request.

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FAQs – Dolomite products

Dolomitic lime is a type of agricultural lime made from dolomite rock.

  • Composition: Calcium carbonate (CaCO₃) and magnesium carbonate (MgCO₃)
  • Magnesium content: Higher magnesium content compared to calcitic lime
  • Function: It raises soil pH, provides both calcium and magnesium to the soil, and can help improve soil structure for better crop growth.

Limestone (calcitic lime) mainly contains calcium carbonate. Dolomite has both calcium and magnesium carbonates, making it suitable for magnesium-deficient soils or applications needing magnesium.

Yes. Dolomite provides essential calcium and magnesium for animal health, supports bone development, and can act as an anticaking agent in feed.

Dolomitic lime is better for soils low in magnesium, as it supplies both nutrients. Calcitic lime is ideal when only calcium is needed and magnesium levels are adequate.

Absolutely. Afrimat offers bulk deliveries of both metallurgical-grade dolomite and agricultural dolomitic lime, with nationwide logistics support.

Contact Afrimat today for tailored dolomite solutions delivered reliably across South Africa.

Dolomite: Branches

Dolomitic Limestone​, Calcitic Limestone, Dolomite​, Calcite​, Dolomitic Agricultural Lime, Calcitic Agricultural Lime, Pelletised Calcitic Lime, Pelletised Dolomitic Lime​, Pelletised Gypsum​, Granulated Lime​, Sorbent Material​, Quicklime​, Acid Mine Drainage

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