Mineral compounds as a basis for specialty chemicals
Talk to our Industry expertsFor over 40 years, MAGNESIA has been your partner for mineral compounds that are essential in the production of specialty chemicals.
The chemical industry is at the heart of modern technology: it supplies additives, intermediates, and specialty chemicals to virtually every sector — from plastics and paints to the pharmaceutical industry. These innovations are built on high-quality raw materials that ensure process reliability, purity, and functionality.
Our products meet the highest quality standards and offer the properties that are crucial for complex chemical processes: stability, reactivity, and regulatory compliance. With our portfolio, we support you in developing high-performance formulations and designing your production processes efficiently and sustainably.

Applications of our portfolio in the chemical industry
Mineral raw materials are essential for the production of specialty chemicals and serve a wide range of functions. Our products are available in various grades — tailored to your requirements for purity, particle size, and reactivity. This enables us to provide customized solutions for the specialty chemicals industry.
- Starting materials for the synthesis of metal soaps, catalysts & additives
- pH regulation & neutralization in chemical processes
- Fillers & carrier materials for powder formulations & granules
- Stabilizers & binders for the production of intermediates
- Absorbents & reaction aids for controlled process management
- Special formulations for paints, coatings, adhesives & polymer additives
Mineral raw materials for complex chemical formulations
Classic inorganic compounds such as oxides, carbonates, and hydroxides form the basis for numerous synthesis processes in the specialty chemicals industry. They perform key functions such as pH regulation, serve as starting materials for the production of catalysts and additives, and contribute to the stability and reactivity of the final products.
Oxides
- Magnesium oxide
- Zinc oxide
Typical applications: Starting materials for metal soaps, catalysts, pH regulation
Carbonates
- Magnesium carbonate
- Calcium carbonate
Typical applications: Neutralization, filler for powder formulations
Hydroxides
- Magnesium hydroxide
- Calcium hydroxide
Typical applications: pH control, absorbers for chemical processes
Stearates
- Magnesium stearate
- Calcium stearate
- Zinc stearate
Typical applications: Lubricants, stabilizers for polymer additives
Sulfatse
- Magnesium sulfate
- Calcium sulfate
Typical applications: Additives for special formulations
Chlorides
- Magnesium chloride
- Calcium chloride
Typical applications: Process aids, humidity control
MagSpheres® G‑Series
- G‑Series (hollow glass spheres): High compressive strength, chemically inert
Typical applications: Improvement of flow properties in powders, reduction of density in additives
MagSpheres® C‑Series
- C‑Series (Ceramic Microhollow Spheres): Refractory, chemically stable
Typical applications: Carrier material for catalytic systems, stabilization of high-performance formulations
MagSpheres® B‑Series
- B‑Series (expanded glass granules): Recycled glass, lightweight structure
Typical applications: Use in granules for weight reduction and improved dosing.
That is why mineral compounds are indispensable to the chemical industry
The production of specialty chemicals requires raw materials that are not only pure and reliable but also possess precisely defined properties for complex processes. Mineral compounds form the basis for numerous applications — from the formulation of functional additives and the production of catalysts to the development of innovative polymer excipients.
Magnesium oxide and calcium oxide are essential for alkaline reactions and serve as key components in the synthesis of high-quality intermediates. Carbonates and hydroxides perform functions such as pH stabilization and absorption, while stearates act as lubricants and release agents to facilitate processing.
With our MagSpheres®-Series we’re taking it a step further: They enable the production of lightweight, easily metered granules, improve the flow properties of powdered products, and open up new possibilities for the development of functional carrier materials.
MAGNESIA understands the demands of the specialty chemicals industry and offers not only a broad portfolio of raw materials but also comprehensive consulting and service. We provide precise specifications, safety data sheets, and samples so that you can implement your formulations efficiently and safely. You can rely on our experience, international standards, and our ability to develop customized solutions for your chemical processes.
High standards for seamless use in the chemical industry
Our mineral raw materials come from qualified manufacturers and meet the requirements of international standards. Purity, traceability and regulatory compliance are at the heart of our quality assurance – regardless of the area of application.
Manufacturers around the world rely on our expertise and our consistent adherence to applicable standards. Our processes are documented, audited, and tailored to the requirements of the chemical industry.
- ISO 9001
- IFS Broker & IFS Logistics
- GDP (Good Distribution Practice)
- Documented traceability & regulatory compliance


