Industrial Metals
Copper
Grade A cathodes, wire rod and concentrate priced against the LME.
Overview
Copper is a reddish-brown base metal renowned for its exceptional electrical and thermal conductivity, ductility, and corrosion resistance. It is one of the oldest metals used by humanity and remains one of the most strategically important industrial commodities in the modern world. Copper is a critical component in electrical wiring, power generation and transmission, telecommunications, plumbing, and construction.
Its growing role in renewable energy infrastructure, including solar panels, wind turbines, and electric vehicles, has made it a key indicator of global economic health. Copper is traded on major commodities exchanges and its price movements are closely watched as a barometer of industrial demand and economic activity worldwide.
Typical specification
- Symbol
- Cu
- Cathode grade
- LME Grade A, 99.99 percent copper
- Standards
- BS EN 1978 (Cu-CATH-1), ASTM B115
- Trade forms
- Cathodes, wire rod, concentrate, millberry scrap
- Benchmark
- LME Copper
Market reference values. Final specification, origin and quantity are agreed contract by contract.
Main uses
- Power cables
- Electronics
- Construction
- Electric vehicles
How a transaction runs
These four stages apply to every enquiry, whatever the product and the volume.
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Enquiry
Tell us the product, specification, quantity, destination and target schedule.
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Verification
Due diligence is carried out on both counterparties before any offer is exchanged.
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Offer and contract
Price, Incoterm and payment instrument are set out in the offer, then in the sale and purchase agreement.
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Inspection and delivery
Quality and quantity are checked by an independent inspector before the cargo is released.
Request a quote for Copper
Tell us what you need, or what you have to sell. Every request is read by the desk and answered by email.
- Office
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates