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About ZIRCONEX MINING & METAL LABORATORY

Driving Trust and Precision in Nigeria's Mining Industry Through Innovation and Integrity.

Founded in 2022, Zirconex Mining and Metal Laboratory is a premier analytical testing, ore inspection, and exploration company dedicated to delivering accurate, ethical, and compliant mineral analysis. Based in Nigeria, Zirconex operates in full alignment with ISO 17025, ISO 9001, and Nigerian Mining regulatory standards, including IPAN, MCO, and SON.

From delivering our first project to now having completed over 300, our focus has remained the same: to provide dependable data that empowers our clients and strengthens the credibility of the entire sector.

Ready to Enhance Your Mining Operations?

Our laboratory provides high-precision testing and QAQC services for a wide range of minerals — including lithium, beryl, copper, lead, zinc, tin, barite, gold, coal, and rare earth elements (REEs).

Our Process

Our Core Values

Integrity

Every report is transparent and verifiable.

Precision

Every analysis meets global quality benchmarks

Innovation

Leveraging advanced instruments for reliable mineral data.

Accountability

Every inspection follows secure, ethical protocols

OUR MISSION
OUR VISION

To deliver accurate, compliant, and ethically sound mineral testing and sampling inspection that supports Nigeria’s mining industry with dependable, verifiable data.

To become West Africa’s most trusted mineral laboratory and ore inspection company, known for integrity, innovation, and precision.

Our Core Competencies

We invest in advanced analytical technology — including X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF), Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometers (AAS), UV-VIS spectrophotometers, and flame photometers — to ensure our results are both accurate and audit-ready.

ISO 17025:2017 Testing & Calibration

Global standard for analytical accuracy.

ISO 9001 Quality Management

Framework ensuring consistent, high-quality results.

IPAN Accreditation

Recognition of professional competence and technical credibility.

Compliance with Nigerian Mining & Export Laws

Full regulatory alignment for secure export operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

We test a wide range of minerals, including precious metals, base metals, rare earth minerals, industrial deposits, and ores, providing comprehensive analysis for each.

Our turn-around time is typically  within 24 hours.

In addition to mineral testing, we provide geological exploration, mine planning, quality assessment of mining pits, and mineral reserve estimates.

Yes, we cater to both large mining companies and small-scale miners, offering tailored solutions to meet their specific needs.

Your trusted partner for accurate geochemical testing, ethical ore inspection, and exploration support. We provide compliant, reliable data to drive Nigeria’s mining sector forward.

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