Barium Sulphate Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Barium Sulfate
- Barite
- Barytes
- BaSO4
Barium sulphate supplier for oil and gas, paint, plastics, rubber and technical manufacturers in Malaysia. Also called barium sulfate, barite, barytes, blanc fixe and BaSO4, this dense, chemically inert white powder is selected as a drilling-fluid weighting agent or as a high-density filler and extender.
Commercial grade families include drilling-grade natural barite, industrial barite powder, precipitated barium sulphate (blanc fixe) and micronised material. Natural barite is typically chosen for mud density and general industrial filler work; precipitated and micronised grades serve coatings, plastics and rubber where whiteness and particle size matter.
Keep barium sulphate separate from bentonite and kaolin when specifying a mineral. Bentonite mainly provides rheology and sealing in drilling systems, while kaolin is a different clay filler. Name the grade family, density or mesh target and application clearly in the enquiry.
Send the required grade, application, target specification, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 7727-43-7
- Formula
- BaSO4
- Grade
- drilling, industrial, precipitated, micronised
- Appearance
- white to off-white heavy powder
Barium Sulphate grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drilling grade barite | natural barite powder | — | Weighting agent for oil and gas and other drilling fluids where high specific gravity is needed to control hydrostatic pressure. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Industrial barite powder | natural barytes powder | — | General industrial filler, friction materials and technical compounds where density and cost matter more than high brightness. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Precipitated barium sulphate (blanc fixe) | synthetic precipitated powder | — | High-brightness extender and functional filler in paints, coatings, plastics and rubber where controlled particle size and whiteness are required. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Micronised barium sulphate | fine, controlled particle-size powder | — | Coatings, powder coatings, plastics and other formulations that need a finer mesh or tighter particle-size distribution than standard powder. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy barium sulphate from ChemTrade
Request a quote for barium sulphate
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | white to off-white heavy powder according to grade | — |
| Chemical identity | barium sulphate (BaSO4) | — |
| Solubility | practically insoluble in water | — |
| Grade controls | specific gravity or density, particle size or mesh, BaSO4 content, whiteness or brightness, moisture and residue confirmed against the required grade | — |
Barium Sulphate applications
Safety and handling
Store dry and sealed, off the floor. Protect from moisture so the powder stays free-flowing. Control dust during handling and follow the safety information for the quoted grade.
Common questions about barium sulphate
Are barium sulphate, barite, barytes and blanc fixe the same product?
They share the same chemical identity, BaSO4, but they are not always interchangeable grades. Barite and barytes usually mean the natural mineral, often used for drilling weight and industrial filler work. Blanc fixe is precipitated barium sulphate made for high-whiteness filler and coating use. Name the grade family and application when enquiring.
Is barium sulfate the same as barium sulphate?
Yes. Barium sulfate is the American spelling of barium sulphate. Both refer to BaSO4. Grade, particle size and intended use still need to be stated because natural barite and precipitated material perform differently in many formulations.
Which grade should I request for drilling fluids versus paint or plastics?
Drilling fluids usually specify drilling-grade barite with density and particle-size limits suited to mud weighting. Paint, powder coatings, plastics and rubber more often need precipitated or micronised grades with controlled whiteness and finer particle size. Describe the process and performance target so the grade can be matched more closely.
How does barium sulphate differ from bentonite or kaolin?
Barium sulphate is selected mainly for high density and as a chemically inert filler or extender. Bentonite is a clay used for rheology, sealing and suspension in drilling and other systems. Kaolin is a clay filler with different brightness and rheology behaviour. They are not grades of the same mineral.
Do you supply medical barium contrast grade?
This page covers industrial and technical barium sulphate, including barite and precipitated blanc fixe for drilling, coatings, plastics and related use. Medical contrast media need a specific pharmaceutical identity and specification; state that requirement clearly if it is what you need so the enquiry can be handled correctly.
What specifications should a buyer provide for barium sulphate?
State the intended application and any required limits for specific gravity or density, BaSO4 content, particle size or mesh, whiteness or brightness, moisture and residue. For a formulation already in production, include the current specification or a representative sample requirement.
Can documentation and packing be requested with the quotation?
Yes. List the required product documents and preferred pack format in the enquiry. Available documentation, packing and commercial details are confirmed for the quoted grade.
What details are needed for a barium sulphate price enquiry?
Provide the grade or form, application, target specification, quantity and delivery location. Mention any preferred pack format, documentation needs and required timing so the quotation can address the complete requirement.