Rise in Iran’s Copper Cathode Output

Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) said the country has exported 80,000 tons of copper cathodes and parts, worth US$512 million, in the first nine months of the current year (from March 21 to Dec. 22). According to statistics, 192,000 tons of copper cathodes were produced in the country from March 21 to Dec. 22, 2020, showing a 9% hike as compared to the same period of last year.

Copper cathodes are used for making alloys such as brass, bronze and steel alloy. In addition, copper cathodes are vastly applied in wire and cable industries, manufacturing transformers, transport industry, electrical devices and also defense parts and equipment. - Kayhan