LME Grade A
Copper Cathodes.
Electrolytic Refining Precision
HUTKA SA sources and supplies premium LME-registered and non-registered Grade A Copper Cathodes. Produced through state-of-the-art electrolytic refining processes, our cathodes boast a minimum copper (Cu) purity of 99.99%, ensuring exceptional structural integrity and electrical conductivity.
These ultra-pure cathodes serve as the foundational raw material for wire rod plants, brass mills, and copper tubing manufacturers driving the global electrification, construction, and automotive sectors.
Metallurgical Data & Impurity Tolerances
Our Copper Cathodes comply strictly with the BS EN 1978:1998 designation (Cu-CATH-1). Below is the guaranteed metallurgical breakdown, ensuring trace elements remain well below threshold limits for high-performance applications.
| Physical & Primary Specs | |
|---|---|
| Copper (Cu) Content | 99.99% Min. |
| Standard Dimensions | 914mm x 914mm x 12mm (approx) |
| Weight per Sheet | 125 kg (approx) |
| Surface Condition | Clean, free of nodules/oxidation |
| Radioactivity | None Detected (0.00 Bq/g) |
| Maximum Impurity Limits (PPM) | |
|---|---|
| Silver (Ag) | 25 PPM Max |
| Arsenic (As) | 5 PPM Max |
| Bismuth (Bi) | 1 PPM Max |
| Iron (Fe) | 10 PPM Max |
| Lead (Pb) | 5 PPM Max |
| Sulfur (S) | 15 PPM Max |
Secure Warehousing & Handling
HUTKA SA operates high-capacity, climate-controlled warehousing facilities at major export nodes.
Cathodes are staged on reinforced concrete flooring, eliminating ground moisture transfer. High-capacity, rubber-tired gantry cranes and specialized forklifts ensure zero physical deformation or surface scarring during the staging and containerization process.
Sustainability & Conflict-Free Sourcing
HUTKA SA operates strictly under OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains. Every metric ton of Copper Cathode undergoes a rigorous “Chain of Custody” verification. We ensure that our refining partners prioritize environmental stewardship, utilize closed-loop water systems, and are 100% free of conflict-zone origins.
Cathode Logistics & Export Protocols
Independent surveyors from BQCIS visually inspect the cathodes, draw random drill samples for metallurgical assay, and verify the material is free from radiation prior to loading.
Industrial Bundling
Cathode plates are stacked into ~2.5 Metric Ton bundles. They are securely bound with high-tensile, corrosion-resistant steel or aluminum bands (no wooden pallets required).
Containerization
Bundles are loaded into standard 20′ FCL containers using specialized forklift tines to prevent plate damage. Each container securely holds approximately 25 Metric Tons (10 bundles).
Terminal Security
Containers are sealed with high-security, ISO-compliant bolt seals immediately upon loading at the terminal, ensuring zero tampering throughout the ocean voyage.
Standard Commercial Documentation
Every shipment is cleared for international customs with a comprehensive, fully compliant document packet dispatched via express courier to the buyer’s bank or office.
- Commercial Invoice (3 Copies)
- Detailed Packing List (Bundle weights)
- Full Set Clean on Board Bill of Lading (B/L)
- Certificate of Origin (Chamber of Commerce)
- BQCIS Certificate of Quality (Assay)
- BQCIS Certificate of Weight
- Non-Radioactive Material Certificate
- Insurance Policy / Certificate (If CIF/CIP)
- Export Declaration Forms