Valuation begins with physical verification, not paperwork. In Juba and Obuasi, our field officers supervise sampling using calibrated tools either portable XRF analyzers or fire assay kits depending on site capability. Every sample is split: one portion sealed for the seller, one retained by SUDAN GOLD, and a third sent to an accredited lab in Accra or Johannesburg. We never accept unverified purity claims, regardless of seller history or relationship.
Final pricing is calculated only after independent assay confirmation. All results are archived with GPS-timestamped photos of the sampling event and signed chain-of-custody logs. This eliminates post-shipment disputes and ensures fair value for both licensed producers and international buyers.