Production-Backed Supply · Source to UK & Europe
About Elixir Minerals
A specialist supplier of functional industrial minerals to manufacturers across the United Kingdom and European markets.
50+
Years of Operational Heritage
9
Core Product Lines
25
Grades Across All Families
2
South African Operational Hubs
Who We Are
More Than a Trading Company
Elixir Minerals is a specialist supplier of functional industrial minerals to manufacturers across the United Kingdom and European markets. We supply performance-driven mineral materials supporting glass, ceramics, coatings, polymers, rubber, construction, pharmaceutical processing and personal care applications — industries where consistent chemistry, controlled particle sizing and reliable supply continuity are not optional, they are essential to production performance.
Through direct access to established mining operations and mineral processing infrastructure in South Africa, Elixir Minerals provides customers with production-backed supply continuity across two complementary product streams: pegmatite-derived feldspar, silica and mica from Limpopo Province (Microbrite®, Microsil and Mica), and talc, pyrophyllite and barytes milled, classified and quality-controlled at our Benrose, Johannesburg facility (MicroTalc®, Pharmatalc®, Supersilk® and Microblanc®).
Our role extends well beyond material supply. We work closely with customers, distributors and processors to support product evaluation, substitution trials and long-term supply planning — particularly where chemistry consistency and particle size control are essential to manufacturing stability.
We are more than a trading company — we are a supply chain partner with direct access to the source.
Our Supply Chain
Source to UK & European Markets
Full traceability at every stage of the journey from source to your site.
Mining — Limpopo Province, SAPegmatite ore extraction at established mining operations in Limpopo Province, the source of our feldspar, silica and mica range.
Wash Plant & Ore SortingLump ore passes through a multi-station wash plant at the mine, where material is manually sorted to remove impurities and ensure consistent quality ahead of milling.
Milling & ClassificationFeldspar and silica are ball milled and classified in Limpopo Province. Mica is milled in a beater mill and screened to particle size. Talc and barytes are milled in a classifier beater mill at our Benrose, Johannesburg facility. Each route produces defined particle size grades.
Quality Control & Testing (Reflectance, PSD)Every batch is tested by reflectance analysis using an opacity reflectometer to measure brightness, and by wet sieve analysis for particle size distribution, before release.
Packaging (25kg bags & bulk bags)Products are packaged in recyclable paper bags or reusable bulk bags, clearly labelled with batch reference, grade and CoA number.
Containerised Export — Durban PortDirect containerised shipment from South Africa to UK ports. Lean supply chain with minimal intermediate handling.
UK Delivery to Your SiteDelivered to your UK facility. Full documentation including TDS, SDS and CoA provided.
Key Facts
The Elixir Minerals Difference
Our Values
10 Principles That Guide How We Work
01
Quality Without Compromise
Consistently high-grade minerals, backed by rigorous batch testing and strict quality-control standards from source to shipment. Tightly specified chemistry and particle size, every time.
02
Reliability & Consistency
Our customers depend on stable supply, predictable performance and on-time delivery. We treat supply continuity as a non-negotiable, not a target.
03
Technical Expertise
Deep knowledge of mineral processing and industrial applications. Materials engineered for optimal performance across paints, ceramics, plastics and beyond.
04
Responsible Sourcing
Committed to environmentally responsible mining practices that protect natural resources, support local communities and maintain long-term ecological balance.
05
Customer-Centric Partnership
Long-term relationships based on trust, transparency and a genuine commitment to helping our customers succeed — from first enquiry to ongoing supply.
06
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Investment in modern processing technologies, continuously refining methods to deliver cleaner, purer and more consistent mineral solutions.
07
Integrity in Every Transaction
Honesty, fairness and accountability guide every decision — from specifications and pricing to documentation and after-sales support.
08
Safety First
The safety of our workforce, partners and communities is prioritised through responsible operations, regulatory compliance and a zero-harm culture.
09
Global Standards, Local Commitment
International quality expectations maintained while preserving strong ties to the communities and regions where our minerals originate.
10
Value Creation for Every Customer
Our goal: deliver minerals that enhance product performance, reduce formulation waste and create measurable, demonstrable value in every application.