🌍 Ilmenite Sand in Nigeria: Unlocking Nigeria’s Titanium Wealth

 By Kolawole King

Chief Executive Officer, Augustina Impex Limited
Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria

🔹 Introduction

As global demand for titanium-based raw materials continues to rise, Ilmenite sand is becoming a key mineral in industries ranging from aerospace to pigment manufacturing. While many associate titanium ore with countries like Australia, India, and Mozambique, Nigeria is rapidly gaining attention as a viable source of ilmenite—particularly from the mineral-rich zones of Plateau, Nasarawa, Bauchi, and Kogi States.

At Augustina Impex Limited, we are proud to be among Nigeria’s emerging leaders in the procurement, processing, and export of ilmenite sand, connecting our local mining operations with international buyers across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.

🔹 What is Ilmenite Sand?

Ilmenite is a black to brownish-black iron-titanium oxide mineral (FeTiO₃) and the primary ore of titanium—one of the strongest and lightest metals known to man. Ilmenite is used as the major feedstock for producing Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂), which is then used to manufacture:

• White pigments for paints, plastics, and paper
• Welding rods
• Aerospace and automotive parts
• Sunscreens and personal care products
• Ceramics and coatings

Ilmenite is usually found in placer deposits—sediment layers created by natural erosion processes—and often occurs alongside zircon, rutile, monazite, and magnetite.

🔹 Ilmenite Deposits in Nigeria

Nigeria hosts significant ilmenite-bearing deposits, especially in alluvial and weathered pegmatite formations found in:

• Plateau State (Barkin Ladi, Jos South, Riyom)
• Nasarawa State (Akwanga, Wamba)
• Kogi State (Lokoja and its environs)
• Bauchi & Taraba States

Despite the commercial viability of these deposits, ilmenite remains underexploited due to limited infrastructure and awareness—offering enormous opportunities for investment and export.

🔹 Why Nigeria’s Ilmenite Market is Attractive

Nigeria presents several advantages for foreign buyers and investors:

• Untapped reserves of ilmenite with TiO₂ content ranging between 45% to 52%
• Low-cost mineral procurement from artisanal and small-scale miners
• Strategic access to international seaports (Lekki Port in Lagos and Onne Port in Rivers State)
• Government incentives and supportive mining policies
• Rising global demand for non-Chinese titanium sources

Nigeria’s mineral trade is supported by the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), ensuring compliant and verifiable exports for global buyers.

🔹 Applications of Ilmenite

Ilmenite is indispensable in various industries due to its heat resistance, strength, and pigment-forming ability:

🔸 Industrial Applications:

• Paint & Coating Industry – Produces bright, non-toxic, corrosion-resistant TiO₂ pigment
• Welding Industry – Used in electrode coatings for arc welding
• Aerospace & Automotive – Alloyed with aluminum or vanadium for strong, lightweight components
• Ceramics & Glass – As a pigment enhancer
• Medical & Consumer Products – In personal care and sunscreen formulations

🔹 Augustina Impex Limited: Your Trusted Ilmenite Supplier

At Augustina Impex Limited, we offer a transparent and efficient supply chain that covers:

✅ Sourcing: We procure ilmenite directly from verified mine operators in central Nigeria
✅ Grading & Testing: Our products are analyzed by certified Nigerian laboratories, and results are available on request
✅ Packaging: Bulk loading in 50kg sacks or 1-ton jumbo bags
✅ Documentation: We provide full export paperwork—NEPC certificate, FCO, COA, invoice, bill of lading
✅ Logistics: We ship FOB and CIF from major ports—Lekki or Onne

🔹 Payment Terms & Export Options

We cater to serious international buyers and offer flexible payment terms such as:

• Trial Orders: 1–2 containers (20FT) to start
• Monthly Supply Capacity: 300–1,000 MT
• Payment Terms: T/T or LC for repeat orders
• Shipping Terms: FOB or CIF as agreed

All contracts are backed by a Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) and supported with pre-shipment inspection options.

🔹 Investment & Joint Venture Opportunities

Augustina Impex Limited is open to:

• Joint venture partnerships with equipment providers
• Pre-shipment financing for offtake buyers
• Mineral processing collaborations
• Equity-based investment models for foreign stakeholders

We are actively looking for partners who share our vision to scale Nigeria’s mineral exports, especially in ilmenite, zircon, and monazite.

🔹 Conclusion

Ilmenite is more than just a titanium ore—it is a gateway mineral powering some of the world’s most vital industries. Nigeria’s hidden potential in ilmenite mining represents a golden opportunity for early movers in the global mineral trade.

At Augustina Impex Limited, we are committed to providing high-grade, reliable, and consistent ilmenite supply to our clients across the globe.

📞 Contact Us for Samples, Pricing & Contracts

Kolawole King
Chief Executive Officer
Augustina Impex Limited
📱 WhatsApp: +2349060904274
📧 Email: augustinaimpex@gmail.com
🌐 Website: www.augustinaimpex.com.ng
🔗 Blogger: https://augustinaimpexng.blogspot.com
🔗 Alternate Site: https://augustinaimpex.wixsite.com/augustina-impex-limi