Key points
- Three-kilogram samples of Korella phosphate were sent to seven fertilizer manufacturers in New Zealand, Australia, Canada and Europe.
- Samples included both Korella 30 per cent P2O5 and 38 per cent P2O5 low-cadmium phosphate grades.
- A 300 kg sample of 38 per cent P2O5 low-cadmium phosphate is being prepared for a European manufacturer’s extended testing, including blending with other phosphates.
- Korella phosphate’s high quality and low cadmium content support fertilizers meeting current and evolving European Union standards.
Chatham Rock Phosphate Ltd. has sent, as part of the process of negotiating offtake agreements, samples of Korella phosphate to phosphatic fertilizer manufacturers.
In the first instance, three-kilogram samples have been sent to seven fertilizer manufacturers located in New Zealand, Australia, Canada and Europe for their evaluation. Samples of both Korella 30 per cent P2O5 and 38 per cent P2O5 low-cadmium phosphate have been supplied for evaluation by the manufacturers.
To further advance offtake discussions with a European manufacturer, a 300 kg sample of 38 per cent P2O5 low-cadmium phosphate is now under preparation. The sample will be used by the manufacturer for extended testing including blending with other phosphates.
The high quality and low cadmium of Korella phosphate provides the basis for producing low-cadmium phosphatic fertilizers that meet the most stringent requirements set by current and evolving European Union standards.
