Ilmenite - Europe
Wholesale Ilmenite - Japan
Wholesale ilmenite for Japan buyers: container to vessel quantities, formula pricing against published benchmarks, delivery via Yokohama / Nagoya.
Wholesale buyers in Japan purchase ilmenite on term structures rather than spot noise. CriticalOre supplies ilmenite (FeTiO₃) titanium feedstock from the same heavy mineral sands chains as our monazite in container-to-vessel quantities, priced against published assessments with negotiated payables - the professional architecture that keeps landed costs predictable through volatile markets.
Japan is a technology superpower that pioneered rare earth diversification after the 2010 supply shock. CriticalOre supports that demand with independently tested material, EU-ready documentation and logistics tuned to European ports - the supply profile the EU Critical Raw Materials Act era rewards.
- Independent COA with every lot - full element distribution
- Chain-of-custody documentation for EU CRMA compliance files
- L/C at sight or agreed T/T payment structures
- Sealed umpire samples retained for every shipment
Delivery to Japan
- Gateway Port
- Yokohama / Nagoya
- Typical Ocean Transit
- 7–12 days
- Origin
- Laem Chabang / Bangkok Port, Thailand
- Incoterms
- FOB · CIF · DAP (Incoterms® 2020)
Ilmenite: Typical Specifications
| Parameter | Typical Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Total REO | 55% – 62% | - |
| Cerium Oxide (CeO₂) | ~45–50% of REO | - |
| Lanthanum Oxide (La₂O₃) | ~20–25% of REO | - |
| Neodymium Oxide (Nd₂O₃) | ~15–18% of REO | - |
| Thorium Oxide (ThO₂) | 4% – 7% | Radiological documentation required |
| Uranium (U₃O₈) | 0.1% – 0.4% | - |
| Moisture | < 3% | - |
Monazite composition varies by deposit. Exact assay per lot is confirmed by independent ICP-MS analysis before shipment.
Why Japan Buyers Choose CriticalOre
Verified, Ex-China Origin
Southeast Asian sourcing with lot-level chain of custody - the documented diversification European procurement rules now expect.
EU-Ready Documentation
Independent assay, certificates of origin and due-diligence records that slot straight into CRMA compliance files and L/C presentations.
European Logistics Depth
Weekly services from Laem Chabang to Yokohama / Nagoya and every major European gateway, with NORM-capable handling where cargo requires it.
Ilmenite in Japan: Common Questions
What is the minimum order for ilmenite delivered to Japan?
Typical MOQ is one 20 ft container (about 20 MT). Trial lots and 1–5 kg evaluation samples can be arranged for qualified buyers in Japan, with sample costs usually credited against the first commercial order.
How long does delivery to Japan take?
Ocean transit from Laem Chabang, Thailand to Yokohama / Nagoya typically runs 7–12 days, plus loading and customs clearance. We provide tracking from booking to discharge and support FOB, CIF and DAP terms.
What documentation accompanies each shipment to Japan?
Commercial invoice, packing list, independent Certificate of Analysis, chamber-certified Certificate of Origin, bill of lading and MSDS - plus radiological screening documentation where relevant. Document sets are prepared to letter-of-credit standard for European banks.
How is ilmenite priced for Japan buyers?
Pricing references international benchmark assessments with adjustments for assayed grade, payables and freight to Yokohama / Nagoya. Every quote itemizes the element distribution so your team can verify the math. Firm quotes carry a defined validity period.
Request for Quotation
Get a Firm Quote for Japan
Send your target specification, quantity and delivery preference. Our commercial team responds within one business day with a documented, assay-backed offer - including CIF Yokohama / Nagoya freight where requested.
Prefer background reading first? See our guides on how to buy concentrate, choosing incoterms and reading a COA.
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