Physical commodity
Zinc
Zn
Zinc
A base metal used mainly to protect steel from corrosion.
General market context
General industry context, for reference. Apex-provided specifications, where available, appear separately on this page.
About zinc.
Zinc is most commonly mined as sphalerite, a zinc sulphide mineral, and is traded as concentrate before smelting or as refined metal. Its largest use is galvanising, which protects steel from corrosion.
Common traded forms
- Zinc concentrate
- Refined zinc ingots
- Zinc alloys
Typical uses
- Galvanising steel
- Die-casting alloys
- Brass and bronze
- Zinc oxide and chemical applications
Specification parameters
What a specification typically covers.
Parameters commonly referenced when this commodity is specified. Actual requirements are set by the buyer and supplier.
- 01Zinc (Zn) content
- 02Lead (Pb)
- 03Iron (Fe)
- 04Cadmium (Cd)
- 05Impurity limits
- 06Moisture (for concentrate)
Apex's role
Brokerage, not principal trading.
Apex connects genuine commodity supply with genuine buyer demand. The buyer and supplier contract directly on their own terms, while Apex verifies, qualifies and coordinates the process for an agreed brokerage commission.
Engage with Apex
What to include in your enquiry.
Buyers
Submit a commodity requirement with:
- Commodity
- Specification
- Quantity
- Destination
- Price basis
- Payment information
Suppliers
Provide the following for initial review:
- Company
- Commodity
- Quantity
- Origin
- Specifications
- Export-capability information
Questions
Common questions.
What is Apex's role in a commodity transaction?
Apex is the broker: it sources and verifies supply, qualifies demand, conducts due diligence and coordinates the introduction. Buyer and supplier contract directly.
Does Apex verify suppliers and buyers?
Apex conducts qualification and due-diligence processes appropriate to the proposed introduction before facilitating the connection.
Can I submit a commodity requirement?
Yes. Buyers can submit commodity, specification, quantity, destination, price basis and payment information through the enquiry system.
Can suppliers approach Apex?
Yes. Suppliers can provide company, commodity, quantity, origin, specifications and export-capability information for initial review.
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