🚀 Copper Ore – Essential Base Metal for Global Infrastructure and Industry

⚒ Multi-Type Copper Ore – Oxide, Sulfide, Concentrate, Raw Lumps
🌍 Origins: DRC, Zambia, Tanzania, South Africa, Chile, Peru
✅ Cu Content: 8% to 30%+ (ROM, crushed, or concentrated)
🧪 Certified: SGS / Intertek / Bureau Veritas analysis included
📦 Logistics: Bulk vessel, container, or truck – FOB, CIF, CFR terms
🔁 Applications: Copper smelting, cathode production, alloy refining
NNRV supplies export-quality copper ore in multiple commercial formats – including raw ore (ROM), crushed ore, oxide ore, sulfide ore, and copper concentrate – tailored to meet the needs of copper smelters, traders, and industrial processors.
Our sourcing spans key copper-producing regions including DRC, Zambia, Chile, and Peru, allowing us to offer flexible Cu content (from 8% to 30%+), consistent delivery schedules, and third-party lab-certified analysis for every lot. Whether you’re producing copper cathodes, alloys, or wire, NNRV ensures reliable supply, compliance, and logistics coordination.
🔹 Types of Copper Ore Supplied
Form | Copper Grade (Typical) | Main Uses |
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Raw Copper Ore (ROM)![]() | 8–12% Cu | Primary smelting, beneficiation plants |
Crushed Copper Ore![]() | 10–15% Cu | Direct shipping, enhanced efficiency |
Copper Oxide Ore![]() | 8–22% Cu | Leaching (SX-EW), direct smelting |
Copper Sulfide Ore | 12–25% Cu | Flotation, pyrometallurgical refining |
Copper Concentrate | 20–30%+ Cu | Direct use in copper smelters |
🔹 Typical Technical Specifications
Parameter | Raw Ore | Concentrate |
---|---|---|
Cu Content | 8–15% | 20–30%+ |
Moisture | ≤10% | ≤8% |
Fe Content | 15–25% | 20–30% |
S (Sulfur) | Varies by ore type | ≥25% (sulfide) |
SiO₂ / Gangue | ≤12% | ≤8% |
Grain Size | 0–50 mm (ROM) | ≤0.5 mm (powder) |
Impurities (As, Pb) | <0.5% | Custom specs possible |
🧪 COA (Certificate of Analysis) provided by SGS / Intertek / Bureau Veritas.
🔹 Logistics & Delivery Options
Mode | Min Volume | Best For |
---|---|---|
Bulk Vessel | 25,000–60,000 MT | Direct refinery supply, large traders |
Container Loads | 20–1,000 MT | Trial orders, small refineries |
Truck / Railcar | 50–5,000 MT | Regional deliveries, cross-border flow |
📍 Ports of Loading (Examples): Dar Es Salaam, Durban, Beira, Matadi, Mombasa, Callao, San Antonio
📦 Incoterms: CIF / FOB / CFR / EXW
🔹 What’s Included
(1) Shipment of copper ore (type, grade, packaging as agreed)
Documentation:
Certificate of Origin
Commercial Invoice & Packing List
COA (SGS / Intertek / BV)
Bill of Lading
Fumigation (if required)
Export permit (where applicable)
⚠️ Sampling, photos/videos, and loading supervision available.
🔧 How It Works – Trade & Export Process
1️⃣ Inquiry:
Share ore type, desired Cu%, impurities limit, quantity, destination port & Incoterm
2️⃣ Offer & Specs:
Get detailed CIF/FOB quotation + latest COA & pictures
Sample testing or historical assay reports available
3️⃣ Contract & Payment:
Proforma Invoice + Sales Contract
Payment via LC at sight, SBLC, or 30/70 T/T
4️⃣ Inspection & Loading:
Third-party lab tests, moisture control, customs clearance
Loading into bulk or container, sealed and shipped
5️⃣ Shipping & Support:
BL and full document set couriered or released
After-sales follow-up and re-ordering options
🔹 Why Choose NNRV for Copper Ore Procurement?
✅ Multi-Type Copper Ores – ROM, oxide, sulfide, concentrate
✅ Global Origins – DRC, Zambia, Chile, Peru, South Africa
✅ Assay-Certified Quality – SGS/BV/Intertek tested
✅ Flexible Logistics – Trial containers or bulk shipments
✅ Impurity-Controlled – Tailored for your smelter specs
✅ Fast Turnaround – Spot deals or rolling supply contracts
🌍 Client Success Stories
🏭 Refinery in East Asia:
Imported 12,000 MT/month of 25% Cu sulfide concentrate from DRC with <0.3% As and full SGS-certification – increased cathode recovery by 8%.
🛒 Metals Trader in Dubai:
Trialed 200 MT of 12% Cu oxide ore from Zambia in containers, resulting in long-term supply contract and margin increase of 11%.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is your minimum order quantity?
A: 1 container (~20 MT) for trial orders; full contracts start at 1,000 MT/month.
Q: Can I choose the Cu% range?
A: Yes – we offer custom grading from 8% to 30%+ Cu depending on your processing method.
Q: Is third-party inspection included?
A: Yes – COA from SGS, Intertek, or Bureau Veritas is provided with each shipment.
Q: Can I buy copper concentrate only?
A: Yes – we supply concentrate for smelters requiring 20–30% Cu, often with low arsenic.
Q: Do you offer long-term contracts?
A: Absolutely – we support both spot deals and 6–12 month rolling contracts.
🔥 Call to Action – Reliable Copper Ore Supply for Global Metallurgy
From trial container orders to 50,000 MT bulk shipments, NNRV delivers Cu ore that meets your grade, purity, and timing – certified and scalable.
🛒 Request Your Copper Ore Quote Now – ROM, Oxide, Sulfide or Concentrate