Lithium
A critical material in battery manufacture and energy storage, traded both as mineral concentrate and as refined chemicals.
Enquiries commonly concern
- Spodumene concentrate
- Lithium carbonate
- Lithium hydroxide
Metals and minerals
Lithium, chrome and platinum broking
Broking for battery materials, chrome ore and precious metals, where grade, assay and provenance are central to every discussion.
Grade, assay and provenance
Metals and minerals are priced and traded according to their grade, and that grade must be demonstrated, usually through independent sampling and assay. For precious metals, documented provenance is just as important.
ESN London Ltd approaches these enquiries with that in mind. We establish the material, its form and grade, the quantity and the documentation available before discussing any next steps.
Commodities covered
Chrome
Chrome ore and concentrates, used principally to produce ferrochrome for stainless steel.
Enquiries commonly concern
- Lumpy chrome ore
- Chrome concentrate
- Ferrochrome
Platinum
A precious metal used in automotive catalysts, industrial processes, jewellery and investment.
Enquiries commonly concern
- Platinum sponge
- Platinum bars and ingots
Benefits
What our metals and minerals broking provides
Grade-led discussions
Conversations are built around the grade and assay the material must meet, from the very first call.
Provenance in focus
Origin and chain-of-custody documentation are treated as essential, not as an afterthought.
Careful verification
Parties are expected to provide company information before introductions, which protects everyone involved.
Discretion
Commercially sensitive information is handled discreetly throughout the discussion.
How it works
How a metals and minerals enquiry progresses
Verification runs through every stage of these discussions.
Define material and grade
We confirm the material, its form and the grade or assay required, along with quantity and timing.
Review provenance
Origin and provenance documentation are discussed at the outset, particularly for precious metals.
Confirm the parties
All parties should expect thorough verification of company information before any introduction is made.
Discuss and agree next steps
Terms, sampling and assay arrangements are discussed between the parties, and the next steps are confirmed clearly.
Good to know
Sampling, assay and provenance
Mineral concentrates are usually priced on grade, confirmed through independent sampling and assay at an agreed point. Differences between assay results are typically resolved through procedures set out in the contract.
Precious metals require particularly careful attention to provenance and chain of custody. Buyers and sellers should expect detailed checks on the parties, the material and its origin before any transaction proceeds.
FAQs
Lithium, chrome and platinum: common questions
More general questions are answered on our FAQs page.
Which lithium products can I enquire about?
Enquiries commonly concern spodumene concentrate and refined lithium chemicals such as lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide. Please call to discuss your specification.
How is the grade of a mineral concentrate confirmed?
Grade is usually confirmed by independent sampling and laboratory assay. The contract normally sets out where sampling takes place and how any differences in results are resolved.
What does Cr₂O₃ content mean for chrome ore?
It is the proportion of chromium oxide in the ore and is the main measure of its grade. Higher Cr₂O₃ content generally indicates a higher-value ore.
What documentation is needed for platinum?
Platinum transactions require clear evidence of origin and chain of custody, along with full company information for every party. We discuss the specific requirements when you enquire.
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Contact
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