According to official information from Luoping Zinc & Electricity as learned by SMM, in light of production and operational arrangements, Yunnan Luoping Zinc & Electricity Co., Ltd. will sell germanium concentrate produced at its zinc smelter in June via competitive bidding. Bidding quantities are measured in kilograms, with a minimum bid volume of 300 kilograms. Bids must be submitted before 10:00 a.m. on June 11, 2026. Market sources indicate the tender has now been successfully closed with transactions finalized.

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SMM, September 17 - According to official information obtained by SMM, Yunnan Luoping Zinc & Electricity Co., Ltd. has initiated a competitive bidding process for its germanium concentrate starting today. The lot quantity (metal content) is approximately 550 kilograms (bagged), with the actual settlement to be based on weighed mass. The bidding deadline is 10:00 AM on September 24, 2025.

SMM September 17 News: According to official information obtained by SMM, Yunnan Luoping Zinc & Electricity Co., Ltd. began auctioning its germanium concentrate today. According to official details, the quantity of this batch of goods (metal) is approximately 550 kg (bagged); (settlement will be based on the actual weighed amount). Quality indicators (for reference only in quotation): Indicator Name Ge (%) Zn (%) Pb (%) S (%) Fe (%) Quality 13-16 6-15 0.3-0.7 0.5-1.5 2.0-4.0 The above sales quantity and quality are for reference only in quotation. Settlement shall be based on the actual weighed amount and assay data at the time of cargo pick-up. If the seller fails to meet the quality specifications or supply quantity due to internal production adjustments, it shall not be deemed a breach of contract. If non-priced elements are not labeled, exceed the nominal value, or fail to meet the nominal value, the buyer may not use this as a basis for non-performance of the contract. Payment and settlement shall be made with payment before delivery. At the time of cargo pick-up, a temporary payment of 100% of the cargo value based on the winning bid price shall be made in advance. Settlement shall be based on the weighed amount and assay data provided by "Luoping Zinc & Electricity". After the payment is fully settled, the seller shall issue a 13% VAT special invoice to the buyer. The quotation method is direct bidding on the procurement and sales platform. Quotation instructions: Log in to the procurement and sales tender platform of Yunnan Luoping Zinc & Electricity Co., Ltd. → User login (login account is the full company name) → Place a bid. Platform address: Tender contact: Ba Yanqiu Contact number: 13887479078 E-sales platform registration contact: Liu Xiaobo Contact number: 15974638101. Bid deadline: Before 10:00 AM on September 24, 2025.