High-Purity Primary
Non-Ferrous Metals
(P1020A Aluminium, Grade A Copper Cathodes & SHG Zinc)
Direct primary smelter allocations of LME-grade P1020A aluminium ingots (99.70%), homogenised 6063/6082 extrusion billets, Grade A electrolytic copper cathodes (99.99%), continuous cast 8mm copper wire rod, and Special High Grade (SHG) zinc ingots (99.995%). Sourced for power transmission cable extruders, architectural extrusion plants, alloy foundries, and continuous galvanizing lines. Containerized ocean delivery with independent SGS inspection. Available subject to current specification, origin, and allocation.
Primary Smelted Non-Ferrous Commodities for
Electrical Conductors, Extrusions & Alloy Foundries.
In electrical conductivity, high-speed wire drawing, architectural profile extrusion, and anti-corrosive galvanizing, chemical purity is paramount. Even fractional parts-per-million of tramp impurities (bismuth, selenium, lead, or excess iron) can degrade electrical conductivity, trigger hot-shortness during continuous casting, or induce micro-cracking in precision aluminum dies.
Asia & Africa General Trading structures high-volume, reliable allocations of primary smelting commodities. Our non-ferrous desk trades LME-deliverable P1020A Aluminium Ingots (99.70% min), continuous-cast homogenised 6063 and 6082 extrusion billets, Grade A Electrolytic Copper Cathodes (99.99% Cu min per ASTM B115), 8mm continuous-cast Oxygen-Free/ETP Copper Wire Rod (ASTM B49), and Special High Grade Zinc Ingots (SHG 99.995% Zn per ASTM B6). Sourced directly from audited primary smelters worldwide, every parcel is delivered with full spectrographic assay documentation.
From our Dubai headquarters, we coordinate sealed ocean container freight with tamper-evident bolt seals, draft survey weight confirmation, third-party SGS or Alex Stewart load-port assaying, and CIF maritime execution across high-growth industrial manufacturing hubs.
Benchmark Chemical Assays & Physical Forms
Our non-ferrous commodities are smelted to internationally recognized LME, ASTM, and EN standards, accompanied by full spectrographic certificates of analysis (COA).
| Parameter | Primary Aluminium P1020A | Copper Cathodes (Grade A) | SHG Zinc Ingots |
|---|---|---|---|
| Governing Standards | LME Specification • ASTM B179 | ASTM B115 • BS EN 1978 • LME Grade A | ASTM B6 Special High Grade • BS EN 1179 |
| Primary Purity (Min) | ≥ 99.70% Al | ≥ 99.99% Cu (Cu-ETP) | ≥ 99.995% Zn |
| Physical Form | ~20–25 kg ingots strapped (~1 MT) | Cathode sheets ~914x914 mm (~2.5 MT bundle) | ~25 kg ingots strapped into ~1 MT pallets |
| Iron (Fe) Content | ≤ 0.20% max (ladle spectro) | ≤ 2.0 ppm max | ≤ 0.003% max |
| Silicon (Si) Content | ≤ 0.10% max | ≤ 1.0 ppm max | Trace |
| Lead (Pb) • Cadmium (Cd) | Trace / Nil | Pb ≤ 5.0 ppm • Cd ≤ 1.0 ppm | Pb ≤ 0.003% • Cd ≤ 0.003% |
| Oxygen / Sulfur | N/A | O ≤ 10 ppm (Oxygen-Free) • S ≤ 15 ppm | Trace / Nil |
| Electrical Conductivity | EC Rod: ≥ 61.8% IACS | Cu Rod: ≥ 101.0% IACS (ASTM B49) | N/A (Galvanizing & Foundry) |
| Other Value-Added Forms | Extrusion Billets 6063/6082 • EC Rod 9.5mm | Continuous Cast 8.0mm Copper Wire Rod | Continuous Galvanizing Jumbo Blocks |
| Transport Packaging | Palletized bundles with plastic weather covers | Steel-strapped bundles with lifting bands | Steel strapped pallets in dry containers |
Inquiring on Specific Smelter Brands, Alloy Billets, or Continuous Cast Wire Rod?
We arrange bespoke commercial contracts for specific primary smelter allocations (LME registered and non-registered high-purity brands), custom homogenised extrusion billet diameters (5", 7", 8", 10"), continuous cast EC-grade aluminium wire rod (9.5mm / 12mm), and continuous cast oxygen-free copper rod (ASTM B49) for high-speed multi-wire drawing lines.
Common Applications & Manufacturing Sectors
Our primary non-ferrous metals provide essential inputs for power transmission grids, architectural building systems, and heavy industrial foundries.
01
Power Transmission Cables & Enamelled Wire
Continuous-cast 8mm copper wire rod and EC-grade 9.5mm aluminium rod deliver high electrical conductivity (≥101% IACS) for high-voltage power cables, building wiring, and transformer windings.
02
Architectural Curtain Walling & Extrusions
Homogenised 6063 and 6082 aluminium extrusion billets provide smooth die flow and anodizing quality for commercial skyscraper curtain walls, thermal-break windows, and structural solar mounting frames.
03
Continuous & Batch Hot-Dip Galvanizing
Special High Grade (SHG 99.995%) zinc ingots ensure optimal fluidity, low dross formation, and bright sacrificial corrosion protection in continuous sheet galvanizing lines and structural steel batch dipping kettles.
04
Automotive Die-Casting & Alloy Foundries
P1020A primary aluminium ingots serve as pure melt bases for casting foundries producing automotive transmission housings, engine blocks, alloy wheels, and industrial pump components.
05
Copper Tubes, HVAC Fittings & Plumbing
Grade A copper cathodes are re-melted into seamless copper tubes and brass fittings for commercial HVAC chiller coils, residential VRF air conditioning circuits, and sanitary water piping.
06
Precision Zinc Die-Casting & Brass Mills
High-purity zinc ingots supply Zamak alloy foundries producing precision architectural hardware, automotive door locks, electrical connector housings, and high-precision sanitary brassware.
High-Purity Assay Guarantee & Buyer Protection
Every shipment of aluminium ingots, copper cathodes, and wire rods is backed by certified optical emission spectrometry, calibrated weighbridge tallies, and independent load-port inspection.
Full Spectrographic Assay (COA)
Optical emission spectrometry (OES) verifies minimum 99.70% Al for P1020A ingots and minimum 99.99% Cu for electrolytic cathodes, with strict elemental limits on iron, silicon, lead, and sulfur.
Calibrated Weight & Tally Verification
Pallets and cathode bundles undergo gross-tare-net weighbridge certification at loading terminals, ensuring exact cargo tally sheets match shipping manifests, packing lists, and bills of lading.
Primary Smelter Certificates (EN 10204 3.1)
Cargo is accompanied by original manufacturer test certificates from vetted primary smelters, confirming international standard compliance, furnace cast numbers, and brand registration details.
Independent SGS / Alex Stewart Survey
Independent commodity surveyors inspect bundle packaging, verify ingot and cathode stencil markings, supervise container stuffing, and apply heavy tamper-evident security bolt seals.
Where We Deliver — Major Seaports & Markets
Direct 20ft containerized freight and maritime parcels connecting primary smelter output to regional cable manufacturers, extrusion presses, and foundries across three continents.
GCC & Middle East
Extrusion & CablesRegular container deliveries of P1020A aluminium ingots, 6063 billets, and continuous-cast copper rod to leading cable factories, architectural extrusion plants, and regional alloy foundries.
South Asia & Indian Ocean
Power & SmeltingHigh-volume electrolytic copper cathode shipments and EC grade aluminium ingots supporting high-voltage transmission lines, motor manufacturing, and domestic wire drawing plants.
East & North Africa
Industrial FoundriesFCL containerized shipments of pure aluminium ingots, alloy foundry ingots (A356), and copper busbar feed to growing industrial manufacturing and electrical infrastructure sectors.
Containerized Ocean Logistics
High-Security TransitShipped exclusively in 20ft dry ocean containers (payload 20–25 MT) with heavy steel strapping, moisture desiccant bags, wooden blocking, and numbered tamper-evident ISO 17712 bolt seals.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Non-Ferrous Metals.
Answers to common questions regarding aluminium ingot purity, copper cathode specifications, extrusion alloy availability, container security, and LME pricing formulas.
Our primary aluminium ingots conform to high-purity P1020A specifications with minimum 99.70% aluminium content conforming to LME standards. Iron (Fe) is controlled below 0.20%, Silicon (Si) below 0.10%, and total trace impurities below 0.30%, cast in standard ~20–25 kg ingots strapped into ~1,000 kg pallets. Available subject to current primary smelter allocation, origin, and allocation.
We supply LME registered / Grade A Electrolytic Copper Cathodes conforming to ASTM B115 and BS EN 1978 with guaranteed minimum 99.99% copper purity (Cu-ETP). Cathodes are strapped into ~2.5 metric ton bundles secured with heavy steel bands, ideal for continuous casting, rod drawing, and brass/bronze smelting.
We supply continuous-cast and homogenised aluminium extrusion billets in popular architectural and structural alloys: 6063, 6082, and 6005A. Available diameters range from 4 inches (102 mm) to 12 inches (305 mm) in standard 5.8m to 7.0m log lengths or precision cut billets.
High-value non-ferrous commodities (Copper Cathodes, Copper Rod, and P1020A Aluminium) are containerized in 20ft ocean containers with maximum payload (20 to 25 MT). Containers are fitted with high-security bolt seals, moisture desiccant bags, and surveyed by independent inspectors (SGS / Alex Stewart / Bureau Veritas) at load-port with full weight and seal certificates.
Non-ferrous pricing formulas are structured against official London Metal Exchange (LME Cash Settlement / CSP) monthly averages plus applicable physical cathode/ingot premiums (CIF discharge port). Contracts are secured via 100% Irrevocable Letter of Credit (LC at Sight) from top-tier international financial institutions.
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