Quiborax

Third largest boric acid producer in the world based in Chile in the Arica and Parinacota and Antofagasta regions.

38+Years of history
52+Export markets
500+Collaborators
110KMetric tons / year

About Us

We are the third largest boric acid producer in the world based in Chile in the Arica and Parinacota and Antofagasta regions.

Founded in 1986 with 100% Chilean investment capital, in Quiborax we work with state-of-the-art technology and high quality standards which allow us to reach more than 52 markets in an agile and safe way, through efficient ports strategically located in the Pacific Ocean.

We do Sustainable Mining. The protection of the environment, the development of the communities in which we are inserted and the safety, health and well-being of our collaborators are the pillars that guide us and that have forged our identity during more than three decades of history.

Purpose, Mission & Vision

01

Purpose

To contribute to the sustainable development of industry through responsible, safe operations that respect the environment, creating value for our workers, communities, clients and the country.

02

Mission

To produce and market products derived from non-metallic minerals with high standards of quality, safety and environmental compliance, ensuring efficiency and respect for the people and territories where we operate.

03

Vision

To be recognized as a reliable, sustainable company — a leader in good practices, innovation, transparency and ethical performance across our entire value chain.

Our Values

Safety Safety is a non-negotiable value. We strictly comply with our internal procedures and current legislation, prioritizing and protecting the life, health and integrity of everyone who works at Quiborax.
Integrity We act with integrity, transparency and responsibility in all our duties. We reject any practice that compromises the truthfulness of information, generates improper benefits or implies misuse of an assigned position or role.
Respect We value the dignity of every person, without discrimination based on race, sex, religion, nationality, age, sexual orientation, union membership, job position or disability. We foster healthy workplaces, free of harassment and violence.
Sustainability We protect the natural environment, with special attention to the sensitive ecosystems of the salt flats. We rigorously comply with environmental regulations, promote the efficient use of water, energy and resources, and maintain transparent management before communities and authorities.
Continuous Improvement We operate with professionalism, efficiency and operational discipline. We promote innovation, digitalization, continuous learning and process improvement.
Community & Territory We respect the cultural identity, local dynamics and priorities of the communities where we are present. We promote relationships based on collaboration, permanent dialogue and reciprocal contribution, aimed at strengthening trust and shared well-being.
Accountability We are accountable for our decisions and results. We comply with procedures, internal policies, current legislation and the commitments we undertake.

SURIRE

Located in the Surire salt flat, 157 kilometers southeast of Arica and 4,050 meters above sea level, this mine has been operating since 1986. Its workforce comprises around 100 workers and 100 contractors.

Surire salt flat
Ascotan salt flat

ASCOTAN

Located at 4 thousand meters above sea level, this mine is located in the Ascotan salt flat, 187 km northeast of Calama, near the town of Ollagüe where it has been operating since 2006. It has a team of around 20 people, plus close to 50 contractors.

Our Plant

El Aguila plant

El AGUILA

This modern chemical plant has state-of-the-art technology that guarantees the quality and punctuality of its deliveries. It has a capacity to produce 110 thousand metric tons of boric acid per year. Located 59 kilometers from the Port of Arica, the plant has modern equipment and houses a state-of-the-art chemical laboratory, where Quiborax's Research and Development department develops new products for its clients around the world. El Aguila has a team of 400 people.

El Aguila plant — aerial view

Consolidated Products Warehouse

With a team of around 60 workers, our warehouse stores finished products, consolidates containers and dispatches our customers’ orders to port.

High Andean wetlands
Quiborax

PRESENCE

Our operations are located in the macro mining area of northern Chile in the regions of Arica and Parinacota and Antofagasta. Thanks to a strict control of processes, technology and connectivity with the international ports of Arica, Antofagasta and Angamos (located on the Pacific Ocean coast) we are able to offer our products which we can send to any point on the planet.

Both our mines and our plant operate under strict security measures and meeting high standards of caring for the environment.

SURIRE MINE ASCOTAN MINE AGUILA PLANT PRODUCT WAREHOUSE SANTIAGO OFFICE

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Tel: +56 2 23612100

Alonso de Córdova 2700 Suite 31
Santiago, Chile

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