Bluegrass Fluorspar
Revitalizing American Fluorspar Production
Securing America’s supply of critical minerals essential for national defense, advanced manufacturing, and technological leadership
Estimated Reserves
3 million tons of high-grade fluorspar deposits with favorable geology for efficient, cost-effective extraction
Regulatory Readiness
All permits and plans secured through Kentucky, EPA, MSHA, and relevant regulatory agencies—ready for operations.
Strategic Location
Located in the historic Illinois-Kentucky Fluorspar District with established mining infrastructure and expertise
Critical Minerals for Critical Applications
Fluorspar is essential infrastructure for America’s technological and industrial future
National Security
Essential for uranium enrichment, nuclear energy operations, and defense applications critical to American security
Advanced Technology
Required for semiconductor manufacturing, precision etching of silicon wafers, and high-tech electronics production
Clean Energy
Key component in EV battery electrolytes, solar panel production, and high-voltage electrical grid systems
Industrial Manufacturing
Acts as a flux in aluminum and steel production, removing impurities and strengthening American manufacturing capabilities
Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare
Present in approximately 25% of all pharmaceutical products, supporting critical medical treatments and drug development
High-Voltage Grid Infrastructure
Creates essential insulating gases (SF6) for transformers and circuit breakers that power America’s electrical grid
Why American Fluorspar Production Matters Now
Strategic Vulnerability
100% import dependence creates national security risks for critical defense and technology applications
Proven Resources
The Illinois-Kentucky Fluorspar District was America’s largest producer through the 1970s with substantial remaining reserves
Policy Alignment
Current administration priorities on energy independence, critical mineral production, and domestic manufacturing create unprecedented support
Market Demand
Growing applications in semiconductors, EVs, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing drive increasing demand
The Klondike II Mine
A fully permitted, shovel-ready operation in Burna, Kentucky.
✓ Estimated Reserves
3 million tons of high-grade fluorspar deposits
✓ Fully Permitted
All regulatory approvals through Kentucky, EPA, MSHA, and relevant regulatory agencies—ready for operations.
✓ Highly Mineable
Favorable geology and established infrastructure for efficient operations
✓ Shovel Ready
Positioned to begin operations and contribute to the domestic supply
Bluegrass Fluorspar
Bluegrass Fluorspar Company is bringing critical mineral production back to American soil—securing domestic supply chains for national defense, advanced technology, and industrial leadership.
Operating the Klondike II Mine in Burna, Kentucky, to end decades of foreign dependency and restore America’s position in critical fluorspar production.
Contact our experienced team to discuss supply agreements, distribution partnerships, and how we can strengthen your operations with American-produced fluorspar.
Trusted Supply Network
Multiple channels to serve industrial, government, and commercial customers
Wholesale Brokers
Established broker relationships and distribution channels for industrial customers across manufacturing sectors
Direct Sales
Direct sales to industrial customers for specialized applications and custom requirements
Government Contracts
Serving U.S. Department of War and federal agency critical mineral requirements
Strategic Partnership
Long-standing relationships through the Hastie Mining family legacy since 1965