MINERALS:
India exports a wide range of minerals and ores, including both metallic and non-metallic minerals. Here’s a breakdown:
- Metallic Minerals
- Iron Ore – Major destinations: China, Japan, South Korea
- Bauxite (Aluminum Ore) – Major destinations: China, UAE
- Manganese Ore – Major destinations: China, South Africa
- Chromite – Major destinations: China, UAE, South Korea
- Copper Ore & Concentrates – Export is limited as India imports more
- Non-Metallic Minerals
- Limestone – Major destinations: Bangladesh, UAE
- Gypsum – Major destinations: Nepal, Bangladesh
- Graphite – Major destinations: U.S., Germany
- Feldspar & Quartz – Used in ceramics and glass industries, exported to UAE, Vietnam
- Kaolin (China Clay) – Major destinations: UAE, Indonesia
- Precious & Energy Minerals
- Granite & Marble – Major destinations: U.S., China, UAE
- Salt – Major destinations: Bangladesh, Indonesia
- Coal (Non-coking & Lignite in limited quantities) – Major destinations: Nepal, Bangladesh
- Rare Earth & Strategic Minerals
- Ilmenite, Rutile, Zircon (Beach Sand Minerals) – Used in titanium production, exported to China, Japan
- Monazite (Limited due to government regulations) – Contains rare earth elements
India is one of the top exporters of iron ore, bauxite, and granite, but due to domestic demand, exports of some minerals like coal and copper ore are limited.
