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Copper Cathodes FOB Beira
A-grade copper cathodes sourced from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Zambia, delivered on FOB terms at Beira, Mozambique.
Engagement is run through a defined proforma invoice sequence, deposit confirmation, and verification of bank instruments before execution steps are triggered.
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- Coordinate seller readiness, contractual execution, and delivery sequencing for FOB Beira loadings.
- Issue and align the proforma invoice to agreed commercial and settlement requirements.
- Verify authenticity and acceptability of LC/SBLC instruments prior to loading workstreams.
- Coordinate nomination cadence, loading window discipline, and handover at Beira.
- Maintain a controlled approval cadence suitable for institutional trading workflows.
Execution remains subject to contract, compliance clearance, and third-party approvals.
Trading Parameters
- Incoterms: FOB Beira, Mozambique.
- Origin: DRC or Zambia.
- Grade: A Grade, 99.99% purity.
- Form: Copper cathode, non-exchange registered.
- MOQ: 250 MT.
- Availability: up to 3,500 MT per annum (subject to scheduling and allocation).
- Loading Window: within 90 days post financial confirmation.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | Copper Cathode (Non-Exchange 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 |
| Loading Time | Within 90 Days Post Financial Confirmation |
| Commercial Basis | Market-referenced with premium or discount per lot, schedule, and settlement terms (finalized on the proforma invoice) |
| Settlement Requirements | Defined in the proforma invoice and sale contract, calibrated to the bank instrument terms and execution sequence. |
FOB Execution Considerations
FOB places freight nomination and ocean carriage with the buyer. The sale contract should address nomination timing, loading window discipline, and remedies if nomination is late or cargo misses operational cut-offs.
- Nomination: buyer nomination timing and cut-offs stated on the PI and contract.
- Loading window: defined shipment window with consequences for non-performance by either party.
- Handover point: risk transfer at on-board loading at Beira, with title transfer defined in the sale contract.
This is not legal advice. Parties should confirm their own position with counsel and operational advisors.
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 settlement sequence. | PI suitable for internal approvals 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 and lot sizing. | 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 loading workstreams. |
| 5. Verification And Compliance | Instrument verification and compliance review completed. Additional documentation may be requested to close open items. | Clearance to proceed to nomination and loading. |
| 6. Nomination And FOB Loading | Buyer nominates vessel within the agreed window. Cargo is loaded FOB at Beira per the contract schedule. | FOB delivery achieved within the agreed loading window. |
FAQ
Can you support spot lots and term liftings?
Yes. The standard path is an initial lot followed by an agreed cadence, subject to performance and allocation.
Can the buyer nominate their preferred carrier?
Yes. Vessel nomination is buyer-led under FOB, within the nomination and cut-off rules defined in the sale contract.
Submit the FOB Beira order form to receive a proforma invoice and an 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.
