Raw materials for Energy

Coal, petcoke, biomass, fuels, cable copper and wind-blade composites for generation and transmission.

Sourcing for Energy starts with the right grade, consistent delivery and traceable documentation. Below you will find the material groups the sector uses, guide pages, current offers and verified suppliers.

How to source reliably

Work with verified (KYC) suppliers, request samples and a trial lot before large volumes, use independent inspection (SGS, Bureau Veritas, etc.) and tie payment terms to shipping milestones. The platform deal room keeps offer history, the digital contract and delivery steps on record in one place.

Material groups used in Energy

Iron & Steel

Hot-rolled coil (HRC)

Guide Offers

Non-ferrous metals

Aluminium (ingot, sheet, extrusion)

Guide Offers

Petrochemicals & fuels

Diesel / gasoil (EN 590)

Guide Offers

Composite materials

Glass fibre

Guide Offers

Electronics & battery raw materials

Lithium compounds

Guide Offers

Energy & solid fuels

Coal (thermal & coking)

Guide Offers

Iron & Steel

Guide Offers

Iron & Steel

Cold-rolled & galvanized sheet

Guide Offers

Non-ferrous metals

Copper (cathode, wire, tube)

Guide Offers

Petrochemicals & fuels

Base oils & lubricants

Guide Offers

Composite materials

Carbon fibre

Guide Offers

Electronics & battery raw materials

Silicon metal

Guide Offers

Energy & solid fuels

Petcoke & coke

Guide Offers

Iron & Steel

Steel plate

Guide Offers

Non-ferrous metals

Guide Offers

Non-ferrous metals

Zinc & lead

Guide Offers

Petrochemicals & fuels

Bitumen

Guide Offers

Composite materials

Polyester, vinyl ester & epoxy resins

Guide Offers

Electronics & battery raw materials

Rare earth elements

Guide Offers

Energy & solid fuels

Biomass

Guide Offers

Iron & Steel

Rebar

Guide Offers

Non-ferrous metals

Nickel, tin & cobalt

Guide Offers

Petrochemicals & fuels

Olefins & aromatics

Guide Offers

Electronics & battery raw materials

Graphite

Guide Offers

Iron & Steel

Billet & slab

Guide Offers

Non-ferrous metals

Brass & bronze

Guide Offers

Petrochemicals & fuels

LPG & LNG

Guide Offers

Iron & Steel

Pig iron & DRI

Guide Offers

Non-ferrous metals

Ferroalloys (FeCr, FeMn, FeSi)

Guide Offers

Petrochemicals & fuels

Guide Offers

Iron & Steel

Stainless steel

Guide Offers

Iron & Steel

Pipes & sections

Guide Offers

Composite materials

Guide Offers

Electronics & battery raw materials

Guide Offers

Energy & solid fuels

Guide Offers

Material profiles

Hot-rolled coil (HRC) buying guide

Hot-rolled coil is the base of flat steel products, used for pipes, sections, automotive chassis and general fabrication. Grade (S235–S355), thickness tolerance, edge condition (mill/trimmed) and surface (black/pickled) decide offer comparisons.

Rebar (reinforcing steel) buying guide

Rebar provides tensile strength in reinforced concrete. Yield strength, ductility class (B, C), weldability and the market standard (TS 708, BS 4449, ASTM A615) are the basis for comparing offers; request a mill test certificate (MTC) for every lot.

Stainless steel 304 vs 316: differences and sourcing

Austenitic grade 304 offers general-purpose corrosion resistance, while 316 with 2–3% molybdenum is far more resistant in chloride environments (seawater, chemicals). Surface finish (2B, BA, No.4), thickness and the nickel-linked alloy surcharge drive cost.

Aluminium ingot, sheet and extrusion sourcing guide

Aluminium is usually priced as LME plus a regional premium (e.g. Rotterdam duty-paid). For ingot, purity (P1020A 99.7%) matters; for flat and extruded products, alloy-temper (5083-H111, 6063-T5) and surface quality are key.

Copper cathode (Grade A) buying guide

Copper cathode to LME Grade A (99.99% Cu) is the main feedstock for wire, tube and alloy production. Fraud risk in this market is high: producer/brand verification, independent inspection, bank-backed payment (LC) and document checks are essential.

Diesel (EN 590) sourcing guide

EN 590 diesel is defined by a 10 ppm sulphur limit and parameters such as cetane, density and flash point. Fake offers and forged inspection documents are common in fuel trading; tank verification (TSR/ATV), independent inspection and staged payment are essential.

Thermal coal sourcing guide (NAR/GAR, sulphur, ash)

Thermal coal calorific value is quoted on NAR (net) or GAR (gross) basis, and prices are usually indexed to API2, API4 or Newcastle. Total moisture, ash, sulphur, volatiles and size should be verified by independent sampling at load and discharge ports.

Lithium carbonate (battery grade) sourcing guide

Battery-grade lithium carbonate requires purity above 99.5% with low sodium, iron and magnetic impurities; cathode makers usually run a lengthy sample qualification. Prices are volatile, so index-linked long-term contracts (e.g. Fastmarkets, SMM) are common.

Glass fibre (roving, CSM, woven) sourcing guide

Glass fibre is the reinforcement of composites; E-glass is the most common type. Product form (roving, chopped strand mat, woven roving), tex, areal weight and resin-compatible sizing (polyester, vinyl ester, epoxy) drive selection. Boatbuilding may require class type approval.

Frequently asked questions

How do I find a reliable Energy supplier?

Prefer suppliers with the verified badge, a high trust score and completed deals. For large volumes, post a buying request to compare several offers and sign the contract in the deal room.

Can I buy small quantities as well?

Yes. For samples and small quantities you can message suppliers directly from the directory, free and commission-free. The deal room is designed for large, protected deals.