Shaping the Future of Mineral Trading in Africa
Standard Ore Trading Company (SOTC Africa) was founded in 2026 by a group of professionals with over five years of combined experience in the Nigerian mining industry. We started this company with one bold ambition — to build a world-class mineral trading network rooted in Africa, connecting miners, traders, and global buyers through transparent and reliable supply chains.
Our Vision
To become Africa's premier mineral trading network.
Our Mission
Inject value into the mineral supply chain.
Our Values
Integrity, transparency, quality partnerships.
Geographic Reach
Local operations · Regional distribution · Global export
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Years Experience
Comprehensive Mineral Solutions
Mineral Trading
We buy and sell premium solid minerals — lithium, copper, ilmenite, and fluorite — sourced from Nigeria's richest reserves.
Warehousing & Storage
State-of-the-art storage facilities with 24/7 security, climate monitoring, and strategic locations.
Quality Assurance
Rigorous testing processes ensure every mineral meets international quality standards.
How We Operate
Source
Meticulously select minerals from Africa's richest reserves.
Buy
Transparent negotiations at fair prices with long-term partners.
Store
Secure warehousing with quality preservation and monitoring.
Deliver
Efficient logistics ensuring timely delivery worldwide.
Premium Solid Minerals
We currently trade in four key solid minerals — sourced responsibly from Nigeria's abundant reserves with verified grade ranges.
Lithium
Battery GradeGrade range: 1.5% – 7% Li₂O
Copper
Industrial GradeGrade range: 5% – 20% Cu
Ilmenite
Export GradeTiO₂ content: 35% – 50%
Fluorite
High PurityCaF₂ content: 40% – 90%
Your Trusted Mineral Partner
Reliable Sourcing
Direct access to verified mines and mineral deposits across Nigeria.
Transparent Deals
Every deal is documented, fair, and traceable from source to buyer.
Strong Logistics
End-to-end supply chain management with timely delivery.
Quality Control
Rigorous testing ensures minerals meet international standards.
Industry Expertise
Seasoned professionals with deep African mineral market knowledge.
Partnership Focus
Long-term relationships based on trust and mutual growth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Let's Work Together
Reach out directly via email or WhatsApp — we typically respond within 24 hours.