How to Verify Gold Purity Before Buying from Uganda

Buying gold from Uganda can be an excellent investment, but like any precious commodity, verifying its purity is crucial. Whether you’re purchasing gold bars or natural nuggets, knowing how to test and confirm the gold’s karat level helps you avoid scams and make confident decisions.

At BuyCongoGold.com, we guarantee full transparency, offering certified assay reports and purity documentation for every shipment.

What is Gold Purity?

Gold purity refers to the percentage of gold in a given item. It’s usually measured in karats (K) or by fineness (parts per thousand):

• 24K = 99.9% pure gold
• 22K = 91.6% pure gold
• 18K = 75% gold (used in jewelry)

Common Gold Forms Exported from Uganda

• 🏆 Gold Bars: 1kg, 5kg, 10kg – Refined and cast
• 💎 Gold Nuggets: Natural, unrefined, high-purity raw gold

Top 5 Ways to Verify Gold Purity from Uganda

1. Assay Test (Laboratory Certified)

The most accurate method. Performed in licensed Ugandan labs before export.

• 🧾 You receive a formal assay certificate
• 📊 Confirms gold karat and metal composition

2. XRF Analyzer (Portable Scanner)

We use professional XRF analyzers to confirm purity instantly at our office or airport prior to shipping.

3. Acid Testing (Quick On-Site Method)

Common for checking 14K to 24K. Safe, but less precise than lab assays. We use this for natural nuggets verification on request.

4. Visual and Weight Checks

Experienced buyers inspect color, density, and compare weight vs. volume. Still, it should be paired with documentation.

5. Third-Party Verification (Optional for Large Orders)

You can appoint a neutral agent to inspect the gold at our office or airport. We support full transparency.

What Documents Should Come with Verified Gold?

• ✅ Assay Certificate (from recognized Ugandan lab)
• ✅ Export Permit (issued by Directorate of Geological Survey & Mines)
• ✅ Certificate of Origin
• ✅ Invoice and Airway Bill (DHL, Brinks, etc.)

Trusted Purity Labs in Uganda

• 🔬 Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)
• 🔬 Intertek Uganda
• 🔬 Certified private gold assay firms (used by BuyCongoGold.com)

Uganda’s Gold Purity in 2025

Uganda is now recognized for high-purity gold from regions like:

• Mubende – 22K to 24K gold nuggets
• Busia – Deep rock mining, up to 97% purity
• Karamoja – Artisanal gold, often unrefined but high grade

External Resources

• World Gold Council – Gold Testing Methods
• Uganda Gold Export News

We Guarantee Verified Gold

When you order gold from BuyCongoGold.com, you receive full documentation and test results. We ensure every bar or nugget is tested, photographed, and sealed before shipment.

Contact us now to place your order or request a free assay sample image from our previous exports.

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