Trafigura Bought Venezuelan Gold in ‘Historic’ US Deal in March. It’s Still in Storage.

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What the source reports

Experts say lawlessness in Venezuelan gold mining areas makes it hard to meet U.S. standards for import.

International commodities trader Trafigura told OCCRP that the Venezuelan gold it bought after the U.S. lifted restrictions in March is still sitting in a warehouse.

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Source & verification

Primary source: OCCRP · September 29, 2026

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