In the south of Brazil, ten mining companies produce industrial sand by processing quartzite sand composed of quartz and sandstone. Granulometric and mineralogical methods are used which enhance the value of these minerals. The State of Santa Catarina is the largest producer of industrial sand in the southern region, where they mine coast sediments from Quaternary. Most production is in the Araguari area. The state boasts the largest foundry in Latin América, located in Joinville. Campo Largo, State of Parana, and Viamão, State of Rio Grande do Sul, are primary suppliers for the ceramic and glass industries. This significant consumer market has attracted the attention of the country's largest industrial sand mining company, with mineral areas in the State of São Paulo, which is considering alternative installation of new mines in Paraná and Santa Catarina States.
industrial sand; mining; producer market
