Micaceous Iron Oxide

Properties & Uses

Being a derivative of iron, it is red in color. The protective properties of Micaceous Iron Oxide(MIO) derive from its flake-like particle structure and chemical inertness. It is mainly used in marine paints and can be easily mixed with other colors. Micaceous iron oxides are very well known and often used pigments in the protective and marine coatings industry for many years.

Micaceous Iron oxide (MIO) or specular hematite, a plate like a pigment, utilizes its lamellar film structure to contribute to corrosion control.

Grades We offer

We offer API grade for the oil drilling industry. For further details on grades available and offers please contact us.

Quality & Specifications

Pigments: For use in paints, natural oxide is categorizes as A, B, C, D by Fe2O3 content i.e. red > 95, 70, 50 & 10%; yellow > 83, 70, 50, 10%; brown > 87, 70, 30%; black > 95 &70%; and gray MIO > 85%.