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Copper Cathodes CIF Shanghai (Yangshan / Waigaoqiao)
CIF Shanghai is a common benchmark for China import execution. We support A-grade copper cathodes sourced from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Zambia, delivered on CIF terms into Shanghai discharge, including Yangshan and Waigaoqiao subject to routing.
Engagement is structured around a defined proforma invoice sequence and bank instrument verification prior to shipment workstreams.
Request A QuoteMandate Scope
- Coordinate counterparty readiness, documentary sequencing, and contractual execution for CIF Shanghai shipments.
- Issue and align proforma invoice terms to agreed commercial and documentary requirements.
- Verify authenticity and acceptability of LC/SBLC instruments prior to shipment mobilization.
- Coordinate shipment planning and documentary set consistency for Shanghai discharge.
- Run a controlled approval cadence suitable for institutional trading desks.
Execution remains subject to contract, compliance clearance, and third-party approvals.
Trading Parameters
- Incoterms: CIF Shanghai, China (Yangshan / Waigaoqiao as operationally allocated).
- Origin: DRC or Zambia.
- Grade: A Grade, 99.99% purity.
- Form: Non-LME registered cathode.
- MOQ: 250 MT.
- Availability: up to 3,500 MT per annum (subject to scheduling and allocation).
- Delivery: within 90 days post financial confirmation.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | Copper Cathode (Non-LME Registered) |
| Grade | A Grade, 99.99% Purity |
| Origin | Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) or Zambia |
| Dimensions | 914mm x 914mm x 12mm |
| Minimum Order Quantity | 250 Metric Tons |
| Maximum Annual Quantity | 3,500 Metric Tons |
| Delivery Time | Within 90 Days Post Financial Confirmation |
| Commercial Basis | LME-referenced with premium/discount per lot, schedule, and documentary terms (finalized on the proforma invoice) |
Documentary Framework
Terms are set in the proforma invoice and formal contract documentation, with documentary requirements calibrated to the execution sequence.
- PI discipline: structured terms, timeline, and documentary requirements.
- Instrument verification: LC/SBLC authenticity and acceptability checks.
- Compliance clearance: KYC/AML and sanctions screening.
- Shipping coordination: Shanghai discharge planning with terminal allocation subject to routing.
- Exception control: defined handling for documentary variances and operational changes.
Engagement Procedure
| Step | Sequence | Commercial Output |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Order Form Submission | Submit the official order form. Administrative processing fee: $2,000. Order Form / RFQ |
Validated intake, scope confirmation, and PI drafting basis. |
| 2. Proforma Invoice Issuance | Within two business days, a proforma invoice is issued reflecting commercial terms and documentary requirements. | PI suitable for internal approval and banking review. |
| 3. PI Approval And Deposit | Buyer approves the PI and remits a deposit of $150,000 to $500,000, per tiered pricing. | Order confirmation and execution window opening. |
| 4. LC/SBLC Establishment | Within 30 calendar days, establish an irrevocable SLOC/SBLC or DLC covering full contract value, per PI terms. | Financial confirmation enabling shipment workstreams. |
| 5. Verification And Compliance | Instrument verification and compliance review completed. Additional documentation may be requested to close open items. | Clearance to proceed with logistics and documentary execution. |
| 6. Logistics And Shipment | Shipment is coordinated on CIF basis to Shanghai discharge, with cargo insurance consistent with CIF requirements. | Shipment mobilization and documentary set issuance per contract. |
Terminal allocation (Yangshan vs. Waigaoqiao) is operational and carrier-dependent. The commercial destination remains Shanghai.
FAQ
Do you accommodate desk-specific documentary requirements?
Yes. Requirements can be incorporated into the PI and contract documentation where consistent with execution practicality and counterparty acceptance.
Can this be expanded into a programmatic supply relationship?
Yes, subject to performance, scheduling, and counterparty approvals. The standard path is an initial lot followed by a rolling cadence.
Submit the CIF Shanghai order form to receive a proforma invoice and execution sequence aligned to institutional trading workflows.
Request A QuoteDisclosure. This content is for informational purposes and does not constitute legal, tax, accounting, or financial advice. FG Capital Advisors is not a bank or lender. Any support is provided on a best-efforts basis and remains subject to third-party approvals, diligence, compliance checks, and documentation.
