Copper Nodules

Grade: Clove/Cobra (Processed Nodules)High Tier

Copper wire chopped into nodules, grades 1 and 2

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$3,580/ MT

+220 (6.5%)vs yesterday

Verified specifications & market data

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Chemical Composition

Elemental breakdown by percentage weight.

Standard composition limits

Values represent maximum allowed percentage unless otherwise noted.

Physical Properties

Material form, density, and contamination specifications.

Premium processed copper nodules; mechanically produced from insulated/bare wire; smelter direct feed; automated processing compatible

Quality Assurance

Testing protocols, sampling methods, and acceptance criteria.

Sampling Protocol

frequencyRandom selection from load

maximumQuantity50+ samples per shipment

minimumQuantity1-2 tonnes or 30-40 samples

percentage10-15% of lot

Acceptance Limits

cleanlinessMinimal visible contamination

copper ContentCu ≥95%

insulation Residual≤0.5% residual insulation

lead LimitPb <0.05%

nodule Size90%+ within 1-2" range

Weight Tolerance

variance±2% from purchase order weight

Required Test Methods

Visual Inspection

Method 1

Purpose

Confirm nodule size uniformity
assess cleanliness

Acceptance Criteria

Pass: 1-2" nodules
clean appearance
minimal debris

Procedure

100% scan for oversized/undersized pieces
contamination check

Size Sorting

Method 2

Purpose

Verify nodule size consistency (1-2 inches)

Acceptance Criteria

Pass: ≥90% within 1-2" range

XRF Spectrometry

Method 3

Purpose

Verify Cu ≥95%, contaminants within limits

Acceptance Criteria

Pass: Cu 95-100%
Pb <0.05%