And sustainable ones at that. This is the core commitment of C.I. Colombian Mint, a company dedicated to dignifying and modernizing small-scale mining to ensure environmentally responsible practices.
In a country where mining drives development and opportunity, small-scale mining continues to face structural challenges: lack of infrastructure, limited access to formal markets, and difficulties adopting sustainable practices. However, when support comes from a solid and strategic partner with expertise, technology, and a human-centered approach, the outlook begins to shift.
C.I. Colombian Mint, a company with extensive experience in purchasing gold and silver, has made it its mission to empower small-scale mineral producers in Colombia by acquiring raw and concentrated minerals. For producers of raw minerals, the company offers solutions to those without their own processing facilities, integrating them into a fair, efficient, and responsible value chain. For concentrate producers, it provides technical support and guidance to help them strengthen their teams with the assistance of expert professionals.
Beyond the technical aspects, the company promotes the development of small-scale mining by advising on formalization processes that encourage dignified labor. It also drives social progress in mining regions by supporting community initiatives that directly enhance the quality of life for families involved in mining. Examples include projects to improve rural schools or support apiculture ventures.
Environmental Commitment
By transforming minerals into concentrate and exporting them directly, C.I. Colombian Mint eliminates the need for local smelting, thereby reducing pollutant emissions and chemical use. In fact, the processing plant of its business partner, which handles raw minerals from its suppliers, was awarded a Category AAA certification by Corantioquia—one of the most prestigious environmental distinctions in the region. Thanks to water treatment processes, there has been an increase in species such as fish, caimans, and snakes, a key indicator of ecosystem balance.
As part of its transparency model, the company ensures full compliance with regulatory and legal standards at every stage of the process, guaranteeing traceability. It also holds the NTC ISO 9001:2015 certification (No. SC-2000593) issued by Icontec, ensuring operational quality. Finally, C.I. Colombian Mint is the only international precious metals trader accredited as an Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) by the DIAN (Resolution No. 002543).
Its technical strength is complemented by top-tier infrastructure. The company operates specialized laboratories for doré, mineral, and concentrate analysis, and utilizes advanced technology for elemental analysis, with rigorous internal and external quality controls. Since 1997, all of these efforts have been guided by a clear mission: to be the trusted partner driving a more human, technical, sustainable, responsible, and highly competitive mining industry.
Read the original article on Semana.com published on July 26, 2025:
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