Granular and lump sulphur for fertilizer production, sulphuric acid manufacture and rubber processing.
Sulphur is a core industrial and agricultural raw material, essential to fertilizer production, chemical manufacturing and a range of industrial processes.
In agriculture it improves nitrogen efficiency, enhances crop quality and supports healthy plant growth. In industry it goes into sulphuric acid production, rubber processing and other chemical products
Purity : 99.8% min
Moisture : 0.5% max
Ash : 0.05% max
Form : Granular or lump
High-purity industrial raw material
Suitable for sulphuric acid production
Important input for phosphate fertilizer manufacturing
Useful in rubber vulcanization
Suitable for chemical and agrochemical industries
Granular/prilled form enables convenient bulk handling
What is Lump Sulphur? Industrial, Rubber & Fertilizer Sourcing
The Bright Yellow Essential: Why Lump Sulphur Controls the Gears of Modern Industry
In the world of bulk commodities, few materials are as instantly recognizable or as chemically vital as Lump Sulphur. With its distinct bright yellow hue and characteristic elemental odor, sulphur is often referred to in historical texts as brimstone.
Today, however, it is anything but ancient history.
Lump sulphur sits quietly at the heart of modern industrial civilization. It is a fundamental building block element ($S$) that acts as a primary catalyst, reagent, and structural component for massive global markets. From accelerating agricultural yields to hardening automotive rubber, keeping a secure line of imported high-purity sulphur running into processing plants is an absolute operational necessity for domestic manufacturers.
In this comprehensive guide, we unpack the primary industrial applications of lump sulphur, look at critical quality metrics, and outline strategic sourcing protocols for procurement teams.
The Chemistry of the Sourcing Market: What is Lump Sulphur?
Commercial lump sulphur is elemental sulphur in its solid, macro-crystalline form. The vast majority of modern industrial sulphur is recovered as an essential byproduct of petroleum refining and natural gas processing.
By extracting sulphur compounds out of crude oil and gas streams, environmental regulations are satisfied, and global industry is provided with an exceptionally pure, high-grade commodity.
When evaluating bulk shipments of lump sulphur, procurement officers focus on one critical baseline metric: Purity. To prevent chemical contamination or unworkable side reactions in processing vats, industrial-grade lump sulphur must typically boast an elemental purity of 99.5% or higher.
Sulphur is a high-purity industrial raw material widely used in the production of sulfuric acid, fertilizers, chemicals, rubber processing, pharmaceuticals, petroleum refining, and mining industries. Available in granular, lump, and powder forms, our sulphur is processed to meet international quality standards with high purity, low ash, and low moisture content. It is carefully packed and shipped to ensure safe handling and reliable performance across various industrial applications.
We supply high-purity Sulphur Granules sourced from established Indian manufacturers.
Typical Product Specifications:
Product: Sulphur Granules
Purity: 99.5% Min.
Origin: India
Physical Form: Granules
Colour: Bright Yellow
Particle Size: As per supplier specification / buyer requirement
Packaging: 25 kg / 50 kg bags, Jumbo Bags / FIBC or bulk
Supply: Subject to availability and buyer requirement
Quality Documentation: COA available as applicable
Sulphur Granules are suitable for use across fertilizer, chemical, rubber, pulp & paper and other industrial applications.
We supply Sulphur Pellets with 99.5% purity or higher, sourced through established Indian manufacturing partners.
Typical Product Specifications:
Product: Sulphur Pellets
Purity: 99.5% Min.
Origin: India
Physical Form: Pellets
Colour: Bright Yellow
Pellet Size: As per supplier specification / buyer requirement
Packaging: 25 kg / 50 kg bags, Jumbo Bags / FIBC or bulk
Supply: Subject to availability and buyer requirement
Quality Documentation: COA available as applicable
Specifications and packaging can be discussed according to the buyerâ??s technical and logistical requirements.
Our Sulfur Granules feature a minimum purity of 99.5%, ensuring reliable and optimal performance in industrial operations. The bright yellow appearance indicates their high quality, making them suitable for industries that require stringent material specifications.
Sulphur (Sulfur) is a naturally occurring yellow, non-metallic chemical element widely used in fertilizer manufacturing, sulphuric acid production, rubber vulcanization, chemical processing, mining, petroleum refining, and agricultural applications. Industrial sulphur is typically supplied in granular, lump, powder, or prilled form with high purity and low impurity levels.
Origin : Kazakhstan
MoQ :25000MT
Loading port in Iskenderun
Price shall be quoted against a firm Letter of intent
Payment by DLC transferable, irrevocable and confirmed from one of the top 50 banks
Sulphur Cake is a solid form of elemental sulfur obtained as a by-product from petroleum refining and gas processing units. It is processed into lump or cake form for ease of handling and transportation.
It is widely used in fertilizers, sulfuric acid production, rubber vulcanization, chemicals, pesticides, and industrial applications.
The chemical symbol of sulfur is S, with an atomic number of 16 and an atomic weight of 32.06. It is located in Group VIA of the third period in the periodic table. Sulfur has many allotropes, and the important ones include orthorhombic sulfur, monoclinic sulfur, and elastic sulfur.
At normal temperature and pressure, sulfur is a pale yellow crystal.
Principal Supplier and Titleholder for min. 99.5% (dry basis) Granular Sulphur on a continuous production and allocation basis
â?¢ MOQ : 10.000 mt
â?¢ Origin : Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan
â?¢ Load Port : Turkiye, Black Sea, Europe
â?¢ Packing : Bulk
â?¢ Delivery Terms : exclusively under CFR Incoterms�®. We do not offer FOB or CIF. Loading commences within 21 to 30 days after the operative L/C has been received and accepted by the sellerâ??s bank.
â?¢ Pricing is determined according to the weekly Argus Sulphur Index.
â?¢ Payment :
â?¢ Zero Advance Cash Payments: No deposit or upfront funding is requested.
â?¢ Top-Tier Trade Finance: 100% secured via Irrevocable, Confirmed, Transferable DLC or SBLC (UCP 600 rules) issued or fully confirmed by a Top 50 International Bank, payable at sight at the loading port. Non-transferable also acceptable with additional standard premium costs.
â?¢ No Performance Bond (PB) will be issued for trial, first-time, or spot transactions.
â?¢ A 2% Performance Bond may be considered only for long-term annual contract
â?¢ Q&Q final at load port.
â?¢ Confidentiality : under existing Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and international data protection requirements, identity of the refinery, manufacturer, the supply chain structure, previous transactions, SGS reports, and historical shipping documents are not disclosed under any circumstances.
â?¢ STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES (SOP)
1. Buyer submits LOI and CIS/KYC
2. Seller issues the SCO/FCO
3. Buyer signs and returns SCO/FCO together with an ICPO and a BCL or MT199 RWA.
4. Seller issues the Draft Sales Purchase Agreement (SPA).
5. Both parties signs and execute the SPA.
6. The Buyerâ??s Bank issues the operative MT700 DLC to the Seller's nominated bank within the agreed timeframe.
7. Upon confirmation and acceptance of the operative DLC cargo loading commences.
8. The Seller presents the complete set of original shipping documents through the banking channel and the payment is executed at sight.
We are pleased to offer high-quality Yellow Granular Sulphur for international buyers, importers, distributors, fertilizer manufacturers, and industrial users.
Product: Yellow Granular Sulphur
Purity: 99.5% Min.
Form: Granular
Origin: Available upon request
Price: Competitive international market price
Quantity: Bulk orders welcome
Minimum Order: 100 MT
Packing: Bulk / PP bags as required
Trade Terms: FOB / CIF
Loading Port: Dar es Salaam / other ports subject to availability
Ideal for:
Fertilizer production
Agricultural applications
Chemical manufacturing
Industrial processing
Sulphur-based products
Looking for serious buyers and long-term business partners.
Sulphur (Sulfur) is a naturally occurring non-metallic element widely used as an industrial raw material, particularly in the manufacture of sulphuric acid, fertilizers, phosphate processing, rubber, chemicals, pesticides and other specialty products. Elemental sulphur is commonly supplied in granular, lump, powder or prilled form.
Chemical symbol : S
Atomic number : 16
CAS No. : 7704-34-9
Molecular weight : 32.06 g/mol
Appearance : Yellow to bright-yellow solid
Form : Granules, prills, lumps or powder
Odour: Pure elemental sulphur is generally odourless; characteristic odours may arise from impurities.
Organic matter : Very low
Arsenic : Controlled according to application
Selenium : Controlled according to application
Particle size : Buyer specification
Granular sulphur is a form of elemental sulphur that is processed into small, uniform granules. It is widely used in various industries due to its versatility and ease of handling. Here are some of its key applications:
1-Agriculture: Used as a soil amendment to lower pH levels and improve soil fertility. It is also a key ingredient in the production of sulphur-based fertilizers.
2- Chemical Industry: Acts as a raw material for producing sulphuric acid, which is essential in many industrial processes.
3-Rubber and Plastics: Used in the vulcanization process to strengthen rubber and in the production of certain plastics.
4-Mining and Metallurgy: Helps in the extraction of metals like copper and zinc.
Product Name: Sulfur Granular
Grade: Industrial / Agricultural Grade
Form: Bright Yellow Granules
Purity: 99.5% Minimum or as per final COA
Origin: To be confirmed by Seller
HS Code: 250300
Moisture: Low moisture content
Ash Content: As per standard export specification
Packing: Bulk Vessel / Jumbo Bags / 50 KG Bags, subject to buyer requirement
Inspection: SGS / BV / Intertek inspection available as per contract
Delivery Terms: CIF / FOB / CFR, subject to final agreement
Payment Terms: Irrevocable LC / DLC through official banking channels
Minimum Quantity: Subject to final seller confirmation
Monthly Supply: Bulk monthly supply available, subject to allocation and availability
USES:
Fertilizer and agriculture industry
Sulfuric acid production
Chemical industry
Rubber and tire manufacturing
Paper and pulp industry
Mining and industrial processing
Soil treatment and crop nutrition
SELLER DOCUMENTS AVAILABLE UPON CONTRACT:
Commercial Invoice
Packing List
Certificate of Origin
Certificate of Analysis
SGS / BV / Intertek Quality and Quantity Certificate
Bill of Lading
Insurance Certificate, if CIF shipment
Export documents as required
Product photos and packing details
Any other documents required under SPA / LC / DLC
BUYER REQUIREMENTS:
Buyer must provide official LOI / ICPO, CIS/KYC, destination port, required quantity, packing requirement, and preferred payment instrument wording for review.
GENERAL TERMS:
Product supply is subject to seller confirmation, product availability, final price confirmation, successful buyer verification, mutually agreed SPA, acceptable LC/DLC wording, and banking compliance approval.
No product allocation shall be blocked without official buyer documentation and acceptable payment confirmation.
