Buying at the source changes everything. When you purchase gold that is mined, refined, documented, insured, and shipped directly to you, you avoid layers of middlemen and the markups that come with them. At Congo Rare Minerals, we handle the chain from the DRC to your address or vault in the USA. You get better pricing, clear documents, and a quote that matches what arrives.
How mine-direct pricing works
Fewer middlemen, lower premiums
Dealers often buy from wholesalers who buy from other wholesalers. Each step adds a margin. Mine-direct supply reduces those steps, which lowers the premium you pay above spot.
Where savings come from
- Source pricing from active production and partner refineries
- Scale on transport, insurance, and brokerage
- Consolidated document handling that removes repeat fees
- Clear spreads on common units so you are not guessing
From spot to final invoice
Your final price has two parts:
- The metal value at the agreed pricing trigger
- The service stack: premium, assay, permits, insurance, courier, brokerage, and any taxes that apply at destination
We show each line. No surprises.
What we include in your quote
- Refining and assay
Pre-shipment assay from our refinery partner. Independent testing options available on request for larger tickets. - Export permits and compliance
KYC and AML checks, origin documentation, and required export permissions. - Insurance and courier
Fully insured carriage up to the declared invoice value. You receive tracking and policy references. - Brokerage and import
A broker-ready document pack to speed clearance in the USA. You can be the importer of record or appoint a broker.
Worked example: DRC to New York (illustrative)
This example is for a single 1 kg bar to New York. Numbers are rounded and for illustration only. Your quote will reflect live market conditions and your route.
| Line item | Basis | Example amount |
|---|---|---|
| Metal value | Spot at lock | USD 80,000.00 |
| Premium | Fixed per kilogram | USD 1,200.00 |
| Assay and handling | Fixed | USD 150.00 |
| Export permits and docs | Fixed | USD 800.00 |
| Insurance | 0.8% of declared value | USD 656.00 |
| Courier freight | Route dependent | USD 600.00 |
| US customs brokerage | Fixed | USD 450.00 |
| Estimated duties and taxes | Many shipments of monetary gold are duty free in the USA. State or local fees may apply. | USD 0.00 shown here |
| Illustrative total | USD 83,856.00 |
What changes the total:
- Bar size and purity
- Quantity and consolidation
- Destination city and delivery method
- Insurance limits and any special handling
- Market moves between quote and payment
Proof of authenticity and origin
Serial numbers and photos
Before payment we can share redacted photos and the bar serial number list. After payment and scheduling, you receive complete photo sets and dispatch paperwork.
Assay cards and reports
You receive an assay card or report that shows fineness and weight, plus instructions on how to read it. On delivery day you can verify serials against your documents.
Chain of custody
Mine to refinery to your courier bag to your door or vault. We maintain records at each step so the paperwork matches the metal.
Who this model is for
- First-time buyers who want clarity and documents they can verify
- Jewelers and wholesalers who need regular units, good spreads, and repeatable process
- Investors who want larger tickets and a clear exit path
Risks and how we manage them
- Payment security
We use approved payment channels. For larger tickets we can structure staged documentation that builds confidence at each step. - Compliance
We follow KYC and AML procedures and screen counterparties. Your document pack supports your own record keeping. - Shipping
Shipments are insured to the declared value. We explain the point where risk transfers and what happens if there is a delay or loss. Claims are managed with the insurer and courier.
How to get a quote in 24 hours
- Tell us your destination city or ZIP, preferred bar size, purity, and quantity.
- We send a line-item quote that includes assay, permits, insurance, courier, and brokerage.
- If you approve, we confirm the pricing trigger and send your broker-ready documents.
- Dispatch, tracking, and delivery. You can choose direct vault delivery if you prefer.
On delivery day, use our verification checklist. Match serials, review the assay, and photograph everything for your records.
FAQs
How are your prices lower than big dealers in the USA?
We sell close to the source and remove extra layers in the supply chain. The premium is lower, and the service lines are priced at cost that reflects scale.
Do you lock at spot or at dispatch?
You can choose. Most clients lock at order confirmation with a clear validity window. We confirm the trigger and timing in writing.
What proof do I receive before payment?
For standard orders you receive redacted photos and serials. For larger tickets we offer additional verification steps, subject to policy.
Can you ship to a vault instead of my address?
Yes. Many clients choose vault delivery. Tell us your preferred facility and we will quote that route.
Who is the importer of record in the USA?
You can be the importer of record or appoint a customs broker. We prepare the full document pack either way.
Is there import duty on gold in the USA?
Many shipments of monetary gold are duty free. State or local taxes and fees may apply. Your broker can confirm your specific case.
What sizes and purities do you sell most often?
24K bars for investment and 22K for some buyers who prefer that standard. Ask for current availability and spreads by unit.
What if the shipment is delayed or lost?
We monitor transit, file claims when needed, and keep you informed. Your contract explains the risk transfer point and the claim process.
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Ready for a mine-direct quote today?
Send your destination ZIP, bar size, purity, and quantity. We will reply with a transparent, line-item quote and a sample document list.
Contact
WhatsApp or Phone: +243 820 928 379
Email: info@congorareminerals.com