Certificate of analysis and grade specification
Defines the contractual grade, tolerances and acceptance criteria.
Primary aluminum · structured supply program
Aluminum A7/A8 Supply
Nexus structures A7 and A8 primary-aluminum supply programs for qualified industrial buyers. Each file distinguishes the actual certificate-of-analysis specification from the LME high-grade primary aluminum reference and states the applicable grade, origin, physical premium or differential, quantity and delivery basis.
Role and availability are transaction-specific. Nexus may act as contracting seller, authorized commercial representative or transaction coordinator. Its exact role, authority and responsibilities are stated in the applicable offer or agreement. Product availability is not continuous or guaranteed; quantity, location and commercial terms must be confirmed in writing.
Nexus distinguishes market context from a firm commercial offer. The benchmark, unit, pricing period and contractual adjustment must all be explicit.
Indicative market context
Current Aluminum A7/A8 market reference
Source, unit and timestamp appear with the rate. Any contractual benchmark, including LME Aluminum reference, must be identified separately in the offer.
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Understand this benchmark Market reference only. Data may be delayed and does not constitute an offer, quotation, confirmation of availability or investment advice. Firm transaction pricing is determined solely under an executed agreement.
- Product
- Primary aluminum ingot
- A7 reference
- Typically 99.70% Al minimum; COA controls
- A8 reference
- Typically 99.80% Al minimum; COA controls
- Trade classification
- HS 760110
- Benchmark
- Identified LME high-grade primary aluminum reference
- Pricing unit
- USD per metric tonne
- Packing
- Bundle and ingot configuration disclosed per program
- Delivery
- Named Incoterm, place and shipment window
Every definitive specification is controlled by the executed contract, certificate of analysis, assay or other agreed transaction document.
- 01
Identify the exact LME aluminum benchmark and pricing period.
- 02
Confirm whether the program is A7, A8 or another stated specification.
- 03
Apply the agreed grade, origin and regional physical differential or premium.
- 04
Account for freight, insurance, inspection and delivery costs under the named Incoterm.
Controlled transaction file
Documentation follows mutual diligence.
Sensitive buyer and supply documents are released in stages, through a controlled process appropriate to the transaction.
Producer, titleholder and origin business-verification (KYB) file
Supports the stated origin and authority to export or deliver the product.
Bundle, ingot and packing details
Confirms unit counts, gross and net weight, and shipment presentation.
Inspection protocol
Sets the independent verification scope, location and reporting standard.
Export and shipping documentation
Supports the stated origin and authority to export or deliver the product.
Commercial procedure and payment structure
Aligns pricing, payment, delivery and document sequence before contract.
Nexus prioritizes qualified end users and institutional counterparties with a defined requirement, authorized procurement contact and clear contracting entity.
Are A7 and A8 separate LME contracts?
No. A7 and A8 are commonly used grade descriptions. The LME reference is high-grade primary aluminum, while the actual A7 or A8 chemical specification must be confirmed by the supply program and certificate of analysis.
Why can physical aluminum differ from the LME price?
Physical pricing can reflect grade, approved brand, origin, regional premium, quantity, delivery location, freight and the agreed pricing period.
What must a buyer provide for a quotation?
The required grade, monthly quantity, trial quantity, destination, Incoterm, delivery window, intended use and contracting entity.
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Qualified enquiries
Discuss a qualified aluminum a7/a8 requirement.
Provide the specification, trial and monthly volume, destination, delivery basis and contracting entity. Nexus will assess fit and identify the appropriate next step.