COMMODITY: Natural Dimensional Granite (Blocks & Slabs)
QUARRY LOCATION: Upper Dir Mining Leases, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Pakistan
INSPECTION AUTHORITY: Independent Accredited Mineral Assay Laboratory
| Technical Test Parameter | Measured Value / Result | Standard Specification Limit | Test Method Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apparent Density | 2.74 g/cm³ | > 2.60 g/cm³ | ASTM C97 |
| Water Absorption Ratio | 0.14% | < 0.20% Max | ASTM C97 |
| Compressive Strength (Dry) | 185 MPa | > 130 MPa Min | ASTM C170 |
| Flexural Strength (Modulus of Rupture) | 14.2 MPa | > 10.0 MPa Min | ASTM C99 |
| Abrasion Resistance Index | 42.5 HA | > 25.0 HA Min | ASTM C241 |
| Petrographic Mineral Composition | Quartz (32%), Feldspar (55%), Biotite/Mica (13%) | Igneous Granitic Structure | ASTM C295 |