Table 6 Leaching reagent consumption and costs.
From: Thiosulfate leaching in carbonaceous gold-bearing ores in Ethiopia
Chemical name | Unit | Unit price (Ethiopian Currency, Birr) | Specific consumption (Kg/t) | Amount (Birr/t) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Sodium cyanide | Kg | 81.69 | 0.80 | 65.35 |
Sodium thiosulfate | Kg | 16.60 | 9.00 | 149.40 |
Ammonia | Kg | 9.00 | 13.60 | 122.40 |
Copper sulfate | Kg | 44.00 | 0.80 | 35.20 |
Hypochlorite | Kg | 79.64 | 0.02 | 1.59 |
