Buy Manono Lithium from Africa – Trusted Supplier & Global Export Services
Looking to source lithium from the Manono region (DRC) and wider Africa safely, legally, and at competitive prices? Bonasgold connects international buyers and investors with verified African producers for spodumene concentrate (SC), lithium ore/rock, and downstream lithium salts, supported by compliant end-to-end export logistics.
Why Manono & Africa for Lithium?
The Manono district in the DRC is home to one of the world’s largest hard-rock lithium resources. Its lithium-tin pegmatites in the Kibaran Belt (around 500 km north of Lubumbashi) have made it a central hub for global battery mineral investment.
Although flagship license ownership has faced legal disputes and arbitration in recent years (Reuters, AVZ Minerals, Jus Mundi), new exploration permits and mining projects continue to highlight the district’s long-term potential (Mining.com, Mining Data Online).
👉 For international buyers, this means:
- Dynamic availability, depending on permitting and legal updates.
- High-quality African spodumene increasingly accessible through structured and compliant offtake agreements.
- Pricing indexed to transparent benchmarks, ensuring fair and competitive sourcing.
Today’s Lithium Price Context (Aug 2025)
Lithium prices remain highly volatile. Here are key market references for negotiation readiness:
- Spodumene Concentrate (SC6, CIF Asia): ~USD 945–955/MT (spot), with recent prints above USD 1,000/MT (InfoLink Group, The Australian).
- Lithium Carbonate (Battery Grade): ~CNY 80,000–86,000/ton (~USD 10,000–11,000/ton) in China (Reuters, Trading Economics).
- Producers’ Realized Prices: Some integrated miners reported ~USD 587/dmt for lower-grade concentrate in Q2 2025 (Piedmont Lithium).
⚠️ African FOB pricing typically indexes to SC6 benchmarks with:
- Grade adjustments (e.g., SC5.5 discounts).
- Deductions for moisture, logistics, and corridor risks.
Indicative Pricing Frameworks in Africa
- SC6 FOB Africa
- Formula: CIF Asia index – freight/insurance – port/logistics – seller margin.
- With SC6 CIF ~USD 950–1,050/MT → FOB Africa ranges ~USD 820–950/MT for clean lots.
- SC5.5 (or SC5.2–5.8 blends)
- Expect 5–12% discount vs SC6 equivalent.
- ROM Ore (1–2% Li₂O pegmatite ore)
- Sold by contained Li₂O.
- Deep discounts vs SC6 due to beneficiation risk.
What Bonasgold Delivers (Lithium Desk)
- Verified Supply: DRC (Manono & SE DRC) plus alternative corridors in West & Southern Africa.
- Assay-First Policy: Independent ISO-17025 assays (AAS/ICP) before shipment.
- Bankable Contracts: INCOTERMS 2020, UCP-compliant payment, and globally accepted shipping docs.
- Logistics Mastery: Road/rail/river-to-port logistics, customs clearance, and CIF to Asia & Europe.
- Compliance: AML/KYC, sanctions checks, verified export licenses, and traceability.
Standard Buying Process (Step-by-Step)
- RFQ & Specs – Buyer provides grade (SC6/SC5.5), lot size, and frequency.
- Indicative Term Sheet – Pricing tied to market indexes (InfoLink Group, Trading Economics).
- Sampling & Assay – Independent lab certification.
- Contract & Payment – LC, SBLC, DLC, or escrow.
- Compliance & Permits – Verified export licenses, AML/KYC checks.
- Shipment & Tracking – SGS/Intertek inspections, BL, CI, CO, IW, PL.
- Post-Shipment QA – Assay reconciliation.
FAQs – Buying Lithium from Africa
Q1: Can I buy directly from Manono today?
A: Yes, but it depends on license status and legal clarity (Reuters). Bonasgold only engages with verifiable rights.
Q2: What grades are available?
A: SC6, SC5.5, and ROM ore (1–2% Li₂O).
Q3: What’s the price trend?
A: Prices rebounded mid-2025 after a slump. Volatility remains high.
Q4: Do you ship CIF to Asia/Europe?
A: Yes, including insurance and corridor cost comparisons.
Q5: Can I start with a trial?
A: Yes, 10–20 container trial cargoes are possible.
Q6: What documents are required?
- Export license & mining title proof.
- Pre-shipment assays & SGS/Intertek reports.
- BL, CO, CI, IW, PL.
About Bonasgold (Compliance & Legitimacy)
- Established: 2002 in Cameroon.
- Business No.: BONAS/05644/
- TIN: CMR/013812/16
- VAT: 01532MINDIC/DPCS/SDCE/CMR
- Auditor: XYZ Auditing & Consulting LLP (since 2020).
- Compliance Officer: Oversees AML & KYC frameworks.
📍 Address: Rue de la Gare Ayos, Bertoua, Cameroon
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: +237 675 915 154
🌍 Website: bonasgold.net
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Call to Action
📩 Buyers: Send your RFQ (grade, quantity, delivery window, Incoterms) to [email protected]. We’ll provide a bankable term sheet tied to SC6/carbonate benchmarks.
📈 Investors & Offtakers: Request our trial cargo calendar, corridor logistics comparisons, and multi-shipment scale-up plans.
✅ With Bonasgold, you gain legitimacy, compliance, and reliability when sourcing Manono Lithium and other African battery minerals.
