Key Features

• Purity: 99.97% – 99.99% Cu

• Appearance: Smooth, shiny plates, usually bundled for packaging

• Dimensions (Typical): Approximately 910 × 910 mm or similar specifications, depending on the producer

• Single Plate Weight: 100–125 kg (varies by origin)

• Packaging: Bundles of about 1–2 tons, strapped with steel bands, suitable for container or bulk shipment

Applications

Thanks to its high conductivity and high purity, copper cathodes are widely used in:

• Cables and power transmission

• Transformers, motors, and generators

• Copper rod and wire production

• Industrial machinery and components

• Renewable energy systems

• High-tech manufacturing and electronics industry

• Automotive and battery sectors

Global Trade and Standards

Copper cathodes are traded worldwide under strict standards.
Major producing countries include: Chile, Peru, Democratic Republic of Congo, Zambia, Kazakhstan, Russia, China, and Poland.
Cathodes registered under LME brands guarantee consistency, traceability, and quality, recognized by international buyers and financial institutions.

Importance of Copper Cathodes

In today’s global economy driven by electrification, clean energy, and digital technology, high-purity copper is a strategic resource.
From households to high-voltage grids, and to electric vehicles, copper cathodes form the backbone of modern infrastructure and global development.

Differences Between Branded and Non-Branded Copper Cathodes

A. Branded Copper Cathodes

• Produced by internationally recognized smelters and refineries, officially registered with the London Metal Exchange (LME).

• Meet strict LME quality requirements (Grade A, minimum 99.99% Cu).

• Offer stable production standards, reliable supply, and full traceability.

• Due to guaranteed quality and global market recognition, branded cathodes are usually priced higher and are easier to finance, trade, and deliver internationally.

B. Non-Branded Copper Cathodes

• Produced by refineries not registered with the LME.

• While they can still achieve acceptable purity levels (typically 99.97–99.99% Cu), they lack LME certification.

• Prices are generally lower than LME-branded cathodes.

• Common in emerging markets, buyers often require additional inspection, due diligence, and sometimes performance bonds to mitigate risks.

C. Price Differences

• Branded cathode prices are directly linked to the official LME Grade A copper price.

• Non-branded cathodes are usually sold at “LME price minus discount” (e.g., –12%, –16%, or even –20%), depending on origin, refinery reputation, and market conditions.

Summary

Branded cathodes provide guaranteed quality and global recognition, while non-branded cathodes are more competitively priced but carry higher risks, requiring stricter verification procedures.

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