Shungite What Is Shungite? Shungite is a unique, carbon-rich mineral composed of up to 98% carbon, with small amounts of hydrogen and other trace elements depending on its purity. What makes it especially fascinating is its rarity—this mineral is primarily found in a single deposit in Russia, estimated to contain around 250 gigatonnes. Historically, shungite has been used for: Industrial applications (insulation, pigments) Water purification systems Holistic and alternative p