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Strategic Coltan Sourcing from Uganda & the Great Lakes Region
Tebuseke Farm Supply Limited is a trusted supplier of ethically sourced Coltan (Columbite–Tantalite) — a critical mineral used in the global electronics and aerospace industries. Our Coltan is primarily sourced from Uganda and neighboring regions within the Great Lakes Mineral Belt, which is rich in rare and valuable resources.
We ensure compliance with both Ugandan mineral export laws and international conflict-free mineral standards, offering buyers quality assurance, transparency, and traceability.
Industrial Use of Coltan
Coltan is the primary source of tantalum, a heat-resistant, corrosion-proof metal used in:
lectronics Manufacturing
- Mobile phones, laptops, tablets
- Capacitors and microchips
Aerospace & Aviation
Jet engine components, turbines
Medical Equipment
Surgical implants, hearing aids
Automotive Industry
Electric vehicle components, sensors
Product Grades & Quality Standards
We supply high-grade raw Coltan ore, with consistent testing and grading prior to export:
Tantalum Content: 30% to 40% Ta2O5
Niobium Content: Up to 15% Nb2O5 (where applicable)
Moisture: Below 1%
Radioactivity Level: Compliant with international safety thresholds
Packaging: Sealed 50kg or 100kg industrial-grade bags, container-ready
Each shipment is accompanied by:
Assay certificate (SGS, Bureau Veritas, or approved local lab)
Certificate of Origin
Export License (issued by Uganda’s Directorate of Geological Survey and Mines – DGSM)
Product Grades & Quality Standards
Our Coltan is sourced from:
Licensed mining cooperatives in Western Uganda and border zones
Conflict-free, traceable supply chains, in alignment with the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for responsible mineral sourcing
We conduct:
Regular site inspections
Legal documentation audits
Supply chain verification to ensure human rights and environmental standards are upheld
We support ethical mining, community development, and sustainable livelihoods in mineral-rich areas.
Export & Logistics
- Packaging: Sealed, moisture-protected sacks in 20ft or 40ft containers
- FOB Kampala or CIF global ports
- Lead time: 10–15 business days upon order confirmation
- Export documentation includes:
Bill of Lading
Packing List
Assay Report
Export Permit
Safety and handling guidelines
Global Supply Capability
We serve:
- Electronics manufacturers
- Smelters and refiners
- Industrial supply chains in Europe, Asia, North America, and the UAE
Custom grades and recurring supply contracts available upon agreement.