Improve the efficiency of your farm by optimising the nutrient availability of the soil. Use our range of granulated Calcium based fertiliser products including Calcium lime, Magnesium lime and Calcium Sulphate.
MicaFort for seed coating
In the agricultural industry seed identification by form of coating is critical. MicaFort is used to provide an excellent coating.
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A seed coating containing MicaFort will help to prevent seed rot or early germination and can feed seedlings upon germination.
MicaFort benefits in seed coating use
LKAB Minerals MicaFort, when used in a seed coating will:
- prevent rot
- prevent early germination
- provide nutrient to seedlings upon germination
- improve flowability during seed planting
- provide excellent sheen
MicaFort provides these benefits because it has:
- a very low moisture content
- potassium
- excellent bronze colouration
Sustainably sourced Micas
Within LKAB Minerals we believe sustainability is of utmost importance when doing business. To ensure the integrity in our supply value chain regarding Mica minerals, we confirm that we exclusively source our MicaFort products from global strategic partners and our exclusive access to excellent minerals from Finnish origin.
Using our extensive processing knowledge, we produce a wide range of Phlogopite and Muscovite Mica products which are supplied in the agriculture, polymers and coatings industries.
MicaFort standard grades
- Dry ground: PD900, PD200, MD500, MD250, MD150, MD100
- Micronised: MM75, SCM-3W, SX300, SX400
- Silane coated: PW80S, PW30S
- Wet ground: PW80, PW30, R302, R120, R90, P66
MicaFort packaging
Our MicaFort product range is available in paper sacks or big bags. Some of our MicaFort grades are available in bulk, please contact your sales representative to find out if this applies to the grade you like to purchase.
Typical properties of MicaFort are as following:
Physical properties of MicaFort
Specific gravity [g/cm³]
2.8
Refractive index
1.58 - 1.6
Hardness (Mohs)
2 - 3
pH (ISO 787-9)
8 - 9
Chemical properties of MicaFort
Phlogopite Mica is a hydrated silicate of potassium and magnesium whereas Muscovite Mica a hydrated silicate of potassium and aluminium is.
MicaFort origin
Muscovite is a constituent of acid igneous rocks like granite, pegmatite or alaskite, some regionally metamorphosed rocks and clastic sedimentary rocks, ad is a product of alteration. Most commercial deposits are derived from pegmatites which contain 1-2% and rarely up to 10% muscovite. Mica is found in many regions of the world in the form of pegmatite rock and mica schist.
Phlogopite is associated with metamorphosed limestone and ultrabasic rocks, particularly hydrothermal veins formed through metasomatism of magnesium-rich rocks as well as ultrabasic and carbonatite ring intrusions associated with ancient shield areas. LKAB Minerals’ Phlogopite Mica is sourced from a major deposit in Finland.
MicaFort toxicology
Phlogopite and Muscovite Mica are non-toxic natural minerals. For further information please download the Safety Data Sheets in the box on the right.
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Safety Data Sheets
Related applications
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Fertilisers & Soil Conditioners
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Seed identification
Seed identification is critical for the agricultural industry; minerals can be used to provide a high quality coating.
Interested in what MicaFort for seed coating can do for you?
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My name is Rob Lammertink and I'm a MicaFort for seed coating product expert located in Netherlands.
If you are interested in what this product can do for you, please give me a call or send me a message.
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