G332 Granite

About
Item Details
- Material Type:
- Granite
- Origin:
China (Hebei province) - Primary Color(s):
- Black
- Recommended Usage:
- Kitchen and bathroom countertops, monuments, building stone, ornamental stone, stairs, interior, exterior wall and floor applications, mosaic, waterjet pattern, wall panels, table tops, window sills, balustrades, columns, wall and pool copings, pool pavers, sculptures, fireplaces, pavers, cobbles, curbstone
- Additional Names:
- New Hebei Black Granite, Sesame Black Granite, Hebei Black Granite, China Black Pearl Granite, in China Stone Market:河北黑(Héběi Hēi), 新河北黑(Xīn Héběi Hēi), G332 Granite
- Finished Surface:
- Polished,Flamed,Bush Hammered,Tumbled,Brushed,Honed,Split,Machine Cut,Natural Surface,Sandblasted,Acid Washing,Combed,Leathered,Water Jet,Filled,Chiseled,Pickling
Testing
- Water Absorption:
- 0.18% – 0.25%
- Density:
- 2630–2680 kg/m³
- Flexural Strength:
- ~17 MPa (≈2,470 psi)
- Compressive Strength:
- 180 – 210 MPa (≈26,100 – 30,450 psi)
Description
G332 Granite, also known as China Black, Hebei Black Granite, or Sesame Black Granite, is a dense, high-hardness dark natural stone quarried in northern China. It features a fine-grained, uniform black-and-grey colour pattern and is widely used for kitchen countertops, floor tiles, monuments, memorials, exterior paving, and other architectural applications.
- Type: Natural Granite
- Origin: Hebei Province, China
- Color: Medium to dark gray-black with fine, uniform white and light gray specks
- Texture: Fine-grained
- Common Name: Sesame Black Granite
- Commercial Use Name: G332
Visual Characteristics
- Texture: Fine-grained, compact, and uniform crystalline structure
- Pattern: Speckled with light gray and white mineral inclusions on a dark gray to black background
- Aesthetic Appeal: Minimalist, modern, and clean—suitable for large surface areas requiring consistency
Physical Properties
- Density (ASTM C97) .... 2.63 – 2.68 g/cm³ (2630–2680 kg/m³)
- Water Absorption (ASTM C97) .... 0.18% – 0.25%
- Compressive Strength (ASTM C170) .... 180 – 210 MPa (≈26,100 – 30,450 psi)
- Flexural Strength (ASTM C880) .... ~17 MPa (≈2,470 psi)
- Abrasion Resistance (ASTM C241) .... High – 38–42 Ha
- Slip Resistance (DIN 51130 / ASTM) .... R11–R13 (depending on finish)
- Hardness (Mohs Scale) .... 6.5 – 7
- Porosity .... Low (~0.2 – 0.4%)
- Weather Resistance .... Excellent (freeze-thaw proof)
Chemical Composition (% by weight)
- Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) .... 68–74%
- Aluminum Oxide (Al2O3) .... 12–14%
- Iron Oxide (Fe2O3) .... 1.5–3%
- Calcium Oxide (CaO) .... <1.5%
- Magnesium Oxide (MgO) .... <1%
- Sodium + Potassium Oxides (Na2O + K2O) .... 6–8%
- Other Minerals .... Trace elements
Mineralogical Composition (% by weight)
- Quartz .... 25–30%
- Feldspar (Plagioclase & Orthoclase) .... 50–60%
- Biotite / Hornblende .... 10–15%
- Accessory Minerals .... <1%
Available Surface Finishes
- Polished .... Glossy surface, deepens color, easy to clean
- Honed .... Smooth matte, non-reflective, interior walls/floors
- Flamed .... Rough texture, slip-resistant, ideal for exteriors
- Bush-Hammered .... Coarse texture, anti-slip, public areas
- Leathered .... Soft tactile finish with movement
- Sandblasted .... Lightly textured and muted surface tones
Cutting Sizes (cm)
Slabs: 260 x 160 cm (±), in 2 cm / 3 cm thickness
Standard Tiles:
- 30 x 30
- 30 x 60
- 60 x 60
- 60 x 120
- Custom sizes on request
Recommended Applications
Exterior
- Paving & Landscaping: Curbstones, sidewalks, squares
- Facade Cladding: Dry or wet cladding systems
Interior
- Flooring: High-traffic areas like malls and airports
- Countertops & Vanities: In honed or polished finish
Memorials & Monuments: Tombstones and sculptures
Public Infrastructure: Stairs, benches, bridge edges
Maintenance Guidelines
- Daily Cleaning: Water and pH-neutral cleaner
- Sealing: Optional for polished interior use; recommended outdoors
- Resistance: UV, freeze-thaw, abrasion, and acid rain-resistant
- Lifecycle: Long-lasting with minimal care requirements
Summary
G332 Granite, known for its dense fine-grained structure, high mechanical strength, and minimal water absorption, is one of China's most popular and trusted construction stones. Its elegant neutral appearance, long-term durability, and multiple finish options make it highly versatile in both residential and public space applications.








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