Abdul Sattar Sons: Trusted Global Supplier of Salt & Mineral Additives
Welcome to the web address of Abdul Sattar Sons, your best partner in world trade. We are an exporting-trading-brokering house for all products of salt blocks, calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium. We source the finest quality products from multiple origins of the world to cater to our customers' diversified requirements and supply in varied regions. This unwavering commitment to excellence makes available to all customers a complete line of products and by-products, unparalleled quality, and superior customer service.
Introduction
Minerals such as salt blocks, calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium are very critical in animal nutrition. Such minerals are crucial for livestock, poultry, and aquaculture, providing diverse physiological functions and sustaining life to function properly. Their use in animal feed supplements means that the animals have conducive environment for growth, productivity, and maintenance.
Salt Blocks
History and Use
Salt blocks have been in use over centuries in animal rearing. They contain sodium and chloride which play a significant role in balancing the electrolytes and in animal's nerve, muscular functions and also controls the osmotic pressure of body fluids.
Mining Regions
There are no known specifics regions where salt blocks are produced from however they are mined from the salines and evaporated sea water ways. Major salt producers in the world include countries like Pakistan, India, China, and the United States.
Mining Process
Salt blocks are made by first extracting the salt from the ground. The extracted salt is cleaned, purified, and compressed into a form of solid blocks. Depending on the purpose, these blocks may be produced naturally or after iodization.
Types and Grades
There are different types and grades of salt blocks, including:
Natural Salt Blocks:
Generally pure and untreated; used mainly for livestock.
Iodized Salt Blocks:
Contains added iodine to prevent iodine deficiency in animals.
Himalayan Salt Blocks:
Pink colored and have a high mineral content. Often used with livestock and for gourmet cooking.
Calcium in Animal Feed-History and Uses
Calcium is an essential mineral in animal nutrition. It is required for bone development, muscle work, and milk production in dairy animals. Also, it plays a part in blood clotting and proper enzyme function.
Mining Regions
Calcium is relatively abundant in limestone quarries and regions rich in calcium carbonate, even though the largest countries producing calcium are China, the United States, and India.
Mining Process
Production of calcium is done by harvesting limestone to get calcium carbonate; this is later processed to calcium oxide, calcium hydroxide, and finally to calcium carbonate powder.
Types and Grades
Calcium products are produced in several forms and grades:
Calcium Carbonate:
it is employed in dietary supplements for animals and as feed additives so as to ensure a sufficient intake of calcium.
Calcium Oxide:
Used in industry and as a feed ingredient for few species of animals
Calcium Hydroxide:
Employed in water treatment and food additives for animals.
Phosphorus in Animal Feed - History and Uses
Phosphorus is a key ingredient in animal feed, that enables bone growth and also for energy metabolism the process of overall growth. It is essential for DNA, RNA, and ATP which constitute important cells in the body.
Mining Regions
Phosphorus is mainly extracted from phosphate rock found in countries like Morocco, China, United States, and Russia.
Manufacturing Process
Manufacturing of phosphorus is done by the mining of phosphate rock, which is then processed into phosphoric acid and, after that, refined into other phosphorus compounds.
Types and Grades
Phosphorus products are classified as follows:
Phosphoric Acid:
As a fertilizer and a feed supplement for animals to take in sufficient phosphorous.
Ammonium Phosphate:
In fertilizers and animal feed supplements.
Superphosphate:
In fertilizers and animal feed supplements.
History and Uses of Magnesium in Animal Feeds
Magnesium is a critical metal ion in many biological activities, including muscle and nerve, enzyme activity, and energy production. Another important use of magnesium is in bone development and general livestock health.
Production Centers
Dolomite and magnesite minerals are the primary sources of magnesium. China, Russia, and the United States are the primary manufacturers of magnesium.
Processing Method
Magnesium is extracted from dolomite and magnesite and through further processing is refined into magnesium oxide or magnesium chloride.
Types and Applications of Magnesium
Magnesium products are divided into the following:
Magnesium Oxide:
This compound is used in animal feeds to supply proper magnesium that is needed by animals, specifically ruminants.
Magnesium Chloride:
De-icing and dust control, feed additives for animals of some species
Magnesium Sulfate:
Agriculture, Feed additives in animals to avoid magnesium deficiency
Health Benefits of Minerals in animals and birds: Animal Feed Additives
General -Salt blocks
Electrolyte balance: To maintain the balance of electrolytes in the body that is essential for supporting life on animals.
Increased Feed Intake: Salt increases the palatability of feed. Hence, animals eat more and, therefore, obtain sufficient nutrition.
Absorption of Nutrients: Sodium in the salt blocks helps in the absorption of other nutrients in the digestive tract.
Maintenance of Calcium
Bone Health: Calcium is a very important nutrient for proper growth and maintenance of bones and teeth in an animal.
Milk Production: In dairy animals, it forms the most important element required for milk production and its quality.
Muscle Function: Adequate calcium helps in muscle contraction and transmission of the nerve.
Phosphorus - Energy Metabolism:
Phosphorus is the main key in ATP, the energy currency produced in all cells.
Development of Bones: Works together with calcium to promote good bone development and maintenance.
Reproductive Health: Important for animals' reproductive health and productivity.
Magnesium - Muscle and Nerve Function:
Essential for muscle relaxation and nerve function
Enzyme Activity: Acts as a cofactor for many metabolic enzymes
Bone Health: Helps in the development of bones structurally
Physical and Chemical Properties
Salt Blocks- Composition: Sodium chloride with trace minerals
Appearance: Solid, crystalline blocks, often colored due to mineral content
Calcium- Composition: Calcium carbonate, oxide or hydroxide.
Colour: White powder or solid, based on grade.
The Chemical Makeup of Phosphorus:
Composition: A phosphate compound.
Colour: Most generally white or yellowish powder
The Chemical Makeup of Magnesium:
Composition: Magnesium oxide, chloride, or sulphate.
Colour: Most generally white powder or crystal solid
Packaging Available
Based on the diverse requirement of our customers, Abdul Sattar Sons provides these minerals in diverse packaging options as well :
Salt Blocks - Bulk Packaging:
Provided in massive blocks for heavy industrial and agricultural use.
Smaller Blocks: Ideal for smaller sized farms or domestic use.
Calcium - Bulk Bags:
The bags are available in a range of sizes, starting from 25 kg to 50 kg up to large bulk bags for industrial purposes.
Smaller Packages: Retail packages, easy to buy at consumer-friendly sizes.
Phosphorus
Bulk Packaging: Industrial packaging in large bags or containers.
Smaller Units: Agricultural and home use packaging.
Magnesium - Bulk Packaging:
Industrial packaging in large bags or containers.
Consumer Packs: Packed in small quantities for home use and retail markets.
Countries of Origin and Export Destinations
Abdul Sattar Sons imports these vital minerals from the best-producing countries that have set high quality standards. Our major countries of origin are as follows:
Salt Blocks: Pakistan, India, China, United States of America.
Calcium: China, United States of America, India.
Phosphorus: Morocco, China, United States of America, Russia.
Magnesium: China, Russia, United States of America.
We export these to different regions of the world, which includes:
Asia: China, Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia.
Europe: Germany, France, the Netherlands, and other European countries.
Middle East: Saudi Arabia, UAE, and other Gulf countries.
Africa: Egypt, Nigeria, and South Africa.
South America: Brazil, Argentina, and Chile.
Unmatched Customer Support
At Abdul Sattar Sons, we provide unmatched customer support services. Our dedicated team of professionals takes the responsibility to provide valued and tailored products and services for all of our clients. Not only do we provide services within the agreed timelines, but our after-sale service ensures repeat orders from all our customers.
Conclusion
Your one-stop shop in the world's trading of vital minerals, salt blocks, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium – Abdul Sattar Sons. We bring diversity in our product range of supreme quality, unmatched customer support, and commitment to sustainability. Whether you require bulk supplies or specific grades of these minerals, we have the expertise and resources to fulfill your requirements. Do contact us for details on how we can serve your business with these premium products.
