API 13A-Grade Natural Barite as our flagship line — plus Iron Ore, Pellets, Lead, Zinc, Beryllium and Magnesium.
XT Group LLC connects energy and industrial buyers worldwide with high-spec minerals sourced from Mexico and other countries through our international supplier network. Barite anchors our supply programs; our broader portfolio covers ferrous, base-metal and specialty materials under the same quality and logistics discipline.
XT Global Minerals is a Houston-based trading and logistics company built to connect oil & gas and industrial operators with high-grade, specification-driven minerals. Barite is our primary product line for drilling-fluid weighting; we also supply iron ore and pellets, lead and zinc concentrates, and specialty materials including beryllium and magnesium.
We manage quality control, packaging, and international logistics end-to-end — so programs get consistent material, on schedule, anywhere in the world.
Explore our portfolio of API 13A barite, iron ore, iron pellets, lead, zinc concentrate, beryllium, magnesium, aluminum, molybdenum, copper cathodes and copper concentrates. Published technical values are indicative; grades, availability and lot-specific COA require confirmation.
API 13A-grade weighting agent for drilling fluids. Sourced and processed in Mexico, delivered worldwide in maxi-bags, bulk or containers.
Iron ore: Fe ≥62.00%; higher-grade reference range 65–69.9% Fe. Fines, lumps and pellets.
| Total iron | ≥62.00% Fe |
|---|---|
| Silica (SiO₂) | 4.00–5.50% max |
| Alumina (Al₂O₃) | 3.50–4.50% max |
| Phosphorus | 0.07–0.09% max |
| Moisture | 8.00% max |
| Fines | <4.75–6.3 mm |
| Lumps / fines content | 10–40 mm / <10% |
| Pellets / CCS | 8–18 mm / ≥220 kg/pellet |
| Higher-grade reference | 65–69.9% Fe |
Iron pellets: DRI grade 65–67.5% Fe; BF grade 63–65% Fe.
| DRI / BF Fe | 65–67.5% / 63–65% |
|---|---|
| SiO₂ / Al₂O₃ | 2.5–4.5% max / 1.0–1.5% max |
| P / S / FeO | 0.04–0.06% max / 0.01% max / 1.0% max |
| Size (90–95%) | 8–16 mm |
| Fines <5 mm | 3–5% max |
| CCS | 250–300 kg/pellet |
| Tumbler +6.3 / Abrasion −0.5 | 94–95% min / 4–5% max |
| Bulk density | 2.0–2.2 t/m³ |
| R₄₀ / swelling | ≥65% / 15–18% max |
| LTD / RDI | 2–5% max (<3.15 mm fraction) |
Lead: lump ore ~25% Pb; concentrate 45–60% Pb. Silver by-product potential; supplier processing into ≥99.97% purity ingots referenced.
| Lump / concentrate Pb | ~25% / 45–60% |
|---|---|
| Silver in lump / concentrate | ~1 kg/t historical / 2–3 kg/t |
| Concentrate size | <7 mm |
| Refined ingots (supplier processing) | ≥99.97% |
| Typical concentrate assay: PbO / SO₃ | 52.33% / 21.11% |
| SiO₂ / Al₂O₃ / CaO | 9.76% / 4.48% / 3.40% |
| Fe₂O₃ / CuO / P-K-Mn | 3.34% / 1.87% / traces <1.5% |
| Galena density / hardness | 7.2–7.6 g/cm³ / 2.5–2.75 Mohs |
Sphalerite-derived zinc concentrate from selective flotation: 50–55% Zn; typical commercial minimum 45% Zn.
| Zn / commercial minimum | 50–55% / 45% |
|---|---|
| Fe / Pb | 4–8% / 1–3% |
| Cu / S | 0.1–0.5% / 28–32% |
| Process | Selective flotation / Flotación selectiva |
Beryllium mineral reference: hexagonal crystal system and 7.5–8 Mohs hardness. Element properties shown separately.
| Mineral hardness | 7.5–8 Mohs |
|---|---|
| Crystal system | Hexagonal |
| Mineral density | 2.65–2.85 g/cm³ |
| Mineral color | Colorless / green / blue / yellow |
| Element / atomic number | Be / 4 |
| Atomic mass | 9.01218 u |
| Element melting point | 1,287 °C |
Magnesium: 99.8–99.99% purity ingots; powder and AZ31 / AZ91 alloys referenced.
| Ingots | 99.8–99.99% |
|---|---|
| Powder and alloys | AZ31 / AZ91 |
| Density / hardness | 1.74 g/cm³ / 2.5 Mohs |
| Melting / boiling | 650 °C / 1,090 °C |
| Structure | HCP |
| Powder and chips | Flammable / Inflamables |
Bauxite mineral phases, refined aluminum formats and commercial alloy references. 6N5 is a third-party reference, not an XT-GROUP supply guarantee.
| Bauxite phases | Gibbsite Al(OH)₃; boehmite γ-AlO(OH); diaspore α-AlO(OH) |
|---|---|
| Other bauxite phases | Iron oxides, silica / Óxidos de hierro, sílice |
| Refined metal listing (third party) | 6N5 · 99.99995% |
| Refined metal formats | Ingots, wire, rods, foil, sheet, plate; PVD targets |
| Example pellets | 3 mm (not a 6N5 specification) |
| Alloy 3003 | Al–Mn |
| Alloys 5052 / 5083 | Al–Mg |
| Alloys 6061 / 6063 | Al–Mg–Si |
| Alloys A380 / ADC12 | Al–Si–Cu |
Molybdenite (MoS₂), concentrate references and refined-metal formats. Third-party 6N listing is not a guaranteed XT-GROUP specification.
| Mineral formula | MoS₂ |
|---|---|
| Theoretical Mo / S in pure MoS₂ | 59.94% / 40.06% |
| Concentrate Mo | ~51–55% |
| Refined metal listing (third party) | 6N · 99.9999% |
| Powder format | −325 mesh; <10 µm avg. for listed 6N grade |
| Other metal formats | Rods, wire, ingots, pellets, pieces; PVD targets |
Refined copper cathodes for industrial and metallurgical applications. Grade, purity, dimensions, origin and commercial terms are confirmed for each inquiry.
| Chemical symbol | Cu |
|---|---|
| Commercial format | Cathodes |
| Grade and purity | To be confirmed by lot-specific COA |
| Availability and logistics | Subject to quotation and contract |
Copper-bearing mineral concentrates for smelting and refining. Copper assay, moisture, impurities, particle sizing and commercial terms are determined by lot.
| Principal metal | Cu |
|---|---|
| Commercial format | Mineral concentrate |
| Copper grade and impurities | To be confirmed by assay / COA |
| Moisture, sizing and logistics | To be confirmed in the commercial offer |
Technical values are reference data from the 2026 XT-GROUP mineral catalog, not lot-specific guarantees. Confirm product grade, stock, assay, COA, independent testing and contract terms. Aluminum 6N5 and molybdenum 6N are third-party market examples, not XT-GROUP inventory claims.
A high-density mineral weighting agent available as API 13A ground grade or rough-ground (single-pass cone-crushed) for flexible processing and logistics needs.
| Material | Natural Barite (BaSO₄) |
| Quality Standard | API Spec 13A, Section 2 – Barite (current edition) |
| Particle Size — API Grade | Min. 97% passing 200 mesh (≤ 75 µm); < 6 µm fraction max. 30% |
| Particle Size — Rough Ground | Single-pass cone-crushed; coarser feed for further grinding or bulk use |
| Specific Gravity | Minimum 4.20 g/cm³ (API 13A) |
| Origin | Mexico |
1,250 kg maxi-bags (FIBC), bulk (loose), or containerized — matched to your logistics and volume.
API 13A 200-mesh ground, or rough-ground (single-pass cone crusher) for further processing.
Barite is the industry-standard weighting agent used to control drilling fluid density, manage downhole pressure, and prevent blowouts. Consistency in specific gravity and fineness directly affects rig-site performance — which is why every shipment is produced and verified against API Spec 13A.
Meets API 13A density requirements for reliable mud-weight control.
Fine, consistent grind for smooth, predictable rheology.
Sub-6 µm content controlled to limit formation damage risk.
Oil & Gas Industry · Technical Supply Inquiries
Beyond API 13A barite and industrial minerals, XT-GROUP welcomes sourcing inquiries for materials used in drilling-fluid formulation, wellbore stability, fluid-loss control and selected oilfield applications. Product specifications, grade, documentation, origin, lead time and commercial availability are confirmed on a case-by-case basis.
Materials commonly used in water-based and specialized drilling fluid systems.
Additives used for filtration control, shale inhibition and drilling-fluid performance.
Additional chemical and mineral categories for technical procurement inquiries.
All items are listed as potential sourcing categories, not as a representation of current stock, manufacturing capability, regulatory approval or guaranteed supply. Technical data sheets (TDS), safety data sheets (SDS), specifications and quotations are provided or requested as applicable.
Request a Technical & Commercial Quote →A short, controlled chain of custody keeps quality consistent and lead times predictable — for barite and the rest of the portfolio.
Minerals mined and processed under quality control
Spec verification; packed in maxi-bags, bulk, or containers
Moved to port or the U.S. border for export
Consolidated and trans-shipped from our U.S. trading base
Distributed to operations worldwide
Multiple packaging and transport options so material arrives ready for your site or mill.
1,250 kg big bags — clean, stackable, and easy to handle at the rig or warehouse.
Loose bulk in vessel holds or railcars, or containerized for multimodal moves.
Coordinated through our Houston hub. Shipment cadence aligned to your volumes.
Monthly barite volumes are tiered to match project scale, with headroom to grow inside a single contract term. Other minerals are quoted to program.
Entry tier — ideal for single-region or single-operator programs
Mid tier — multi-rig or multi-country distribution
Full tier — major operator or trading-desk volumes
Spot sales available for immediate needs. Supply contracts offered in fixed terms of 12, 24 or 36 months — longer durations available on request.
Our Houston trading base positions Mexican-origin and strategic minerals for efficient export across regions.
U.S. Gulf Coast & Permian Basin operators
Onshore and offshore drilling programs
North Sea and Mediterranean operations
High-volume onshore field development
Offshore and deepwater drilling campaigns
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