COPPER CATHODES
Copper Cathodes
LME Grade A refined copper for smelters, wire rod mills, brass mills and metal traders, supplied by PETROBIZINT with independent inspection and complete trade documentation.
Product overview
Copper cathodes are the primary form of refined copper, produced by electrolytic refining or electrowinning. They are the standard feedstock for wire rod, cable, brass and semi-fabricated copper products, and the deliverable form for LME copper contracts.
PETROBIZINT supplies copper cathodes with full documentation, independent quality and weight inspection, and reliable international logistics.
Specifications
| Product | Copper Cathodes |
|---|---|
| Grade | LME Grade A, Cu-CATH-1 (EN 1978) |
| Copper purity (Cu) | 99.99% min (silver included) |
| Form | Electrolytic cathode sheets, approx. 1 m x 1 m |
| Sheet weight | Approx. 40–125 kg per sheet, depending on producer |
| Appearance | Bright, clean surface, free of visible oxidation, acid residue and loose nodules |
| Packaging | Strapped bundles of approx. 2–3 MT on wooden pallets |
| Origin | Subject to contract |
Final specifications are confirmed in the Sales & Purchase Agreement and the independent inspection certificate.
Applications
- Wire rod and electrical cable production
- Brass, bronze and other copper alloys
- Pipes, tubes, sheets and semi-fabricated products
- Electronics, power grids and renewable energy
- Delivery against LME copper contracts
- Metal trading and strategic stockholding
Quality and inspection
- Independent inspection and assay at loading by an internationally recognized body (SGS, Intertek or equal)
- Certificate of Quality, Certificate of Weight and Certificate of Origin
- Material free from hazardous contamination and compliant with international trade standards
Supply and delivery
| Minimum order | 25 MT (spot); larger monthly contracts available |
|---|---|
| Delivery terms | FOB, CIF, CFR and other Incoterms, from loading ports worldwide |
| Shipping | Containerized (20' / 40') or break-bulk, depending on volume |
| Payment | Irrevocable, bank-backed instruments, agreed at contract stage |
Trade procedure
- Buyer submits an ICPO with product, quantity and destination.
- PETROBIZINT issues the Soft Corporate Offer (SCO).
- Both parties sign the SPA with an agreed delivery schedule.
- The payment instrument is issued and verified.
- Independent inspection and loading take place.
- Shipment and delivery follow, with full documents.
Request a quotation
Send your ICPO or inquiry to receive current pricing, availability and the full specification sheet.