What is a co-copper cathode?

Copper cathode is a form of copper that has a purity of 99.95%. In order to remove impurities from copper ore, it undergoes two processes, smelting and electrorefining. The resulting, nearly pure copper is an excellent conductor and is often used in electrical wiring. When it is in the ground, copper does not exist in its pure form.

What is cathode copper?

Due to the process and three-stage washing of the residuum, the cathode copper is of high purity. Copper cathodes are intended for production of deformed semi-finished products (bars, wire rod) made of copper and copper alloys.

How much does a copper cathode cost per tonne?

This compares with the copper cathode grade A cathode premiums cif Rotterdam at $40-50 per tonne on the same day, unchanged since June 11. Fastmarkets’ copper grade A cathode premium, cif Shanghai stood at $62-73 per tonne.

How much does a copper EQ cathode cost?

Fastmarkets assessed the copper EQ cathode premium, cif Europe at $25-35 per tonne on November 19, while the copper EQ cathode premium, cif Shanghai was slightly lower at $15-25 per tonne. This compares with the copper cathode grade A cathode premiums cif Rotterdam at $40-50 per tonne on the same day, unchanged since June 11.