Minco FAQ

Domestic: The lead time for standard materials delivered in the United States is 10 days.
A shorter lead time can be arranged as required.
International: Lead time for overseas orders is 6 to 8 weeks depending on the country.

Standard packaging is either 55 lb. bags stacked 40 per pallet (2,200 lbs.) or 2,200 lb. bulk bags. Special packaging arrangements can be made when required.

We have the capability of shipping by rail but it takes several weeks and is subject to potential problems with the railroad. Truck or overseas container shipments are recommended.

Simply click on sales@mincoitc.com, register, and request the sample material. A sales engineer will contact you to discuss sample details.

Minco manufactures several standard sizes of grains and flours but nearly any size or distribution is possible.

Simply email sales@mincoitc.com or call our toll free number, (800) 525-9753 and ask for Customer Service.

Minco is certified to the ISO 9001:2008 Quality Standard by CICS, an independent auditor. Raw materials are purchased from approved suppliers, manufacturing processes are documented and controlled, materials are produced to detailed product specifications, material lots adhere to strict testing requirements, and finished goods are inspected and approved before shipment. A certificate of analysis (C of A) is provided with each lot.

Fused “Amorphous” or “Non-crystalline” Silica is classified as a nuisance dust by OSHA and can be hazardous to employee health if dust levels exceed OSHA recommended exposure levels. When heated to extreme temperatures, all shell materials contain substantial amounts of cristobalite (a known carcinogen) so strict compliance to OSHA limits and use of personal protective equipment (PPE) are recommended. Unlike zircon, Fused Silica is NOT radioactive.

Is Fused Silica or using Fused Silica in my process bad for the environment?

Typically not. Fused Silica itself is not known to be dangerous to the environment. Fused Silica slurries are water based solutions so they pose relatively low environmental impact compared to alumina or alumino-silicate processes which are typically alcohol based.

Minco’s plant address is 510 Midway Circle, Midway, TN 37809. From Interstate 81, exit 23 then head east on Highway11E. Travel 3.5 miles toward Greeneville, TN to Forest Road. Turn right on Forest Road and you will come to the plant after about 1 mile.