About Cyanide
At Orica we understand that mining is a complex business with specialised inputs required at every step.
Orica offers a broad range of chemicals for the mining and mineral processing industry – keeping our customers operating safely and efficiently throughout the value chain.
Orica is a leading global supplier of sodium cyanide
Orica is one of the world’s largest producers of sodium cyanide for use in the mining industry.
Our manufacturing facility in Yarwun, Queensland, supplies sodium cyanide to key mining regions in Latin America, Africa and Oceania.
Our proven and responsive global supply chain ensures the safe and secure supply of sodium cyanide and mineral processing chemicals, while our technical specialists support their safe handling and effective use on site.
Safety, health and the environment
We are committed to the safe handling and use of mining chemicals, to ensure the protection of people, the environment and our customers’ business reputations.
Orica's proven delivery systems for sodium cyanide and other chemicals include the use of accredited third party contractors. We also provide a 24/7 emergency response capability with technical advice and awareness programs for mine sites in the safe use and handling of cyanide on site.