About Us
Molymex is a Mexican subsidiary of the Chilean consortium
Molibdenos y Metales S.A. (Molymet).
About our company

It has a molybdenum processing plant in Cumpas, Sonora, Mexico and administrative offices in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico.

The strategic location of the Molymex Plant gives it direct access to the United States markets and therefore different outlets to the rest of the world.

It was founded in 1979 and acquired by Molymet in 1994.
Contribution of global reach

Currently, Molymet supplies more than 30% of the world demand for molybdenum products, in a highly technical and competitive market, which has been achieved thanks to an extensive network of international relations based on its five subsidiaries and commercial offices in the United States, Brazil, Peru, England and China.

The company's presence in America, Europe and Asia ensures industrial clients from all over the world direct, personalized and efficient attention to their requirements.
Global presence
The Plants located in different parts of the world such as Molymet Nos, located in the town of Nos, San Bernardo south of Santiago de Chile, Molynor, located in the Port of Mejillones, second region in northern Chile, Molymet Belgium , located in the port of Ghent, in Belgium, Molymet Germany, located in Bitterfeld, State of Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, Molymex, located in the Municipality of Cumpas, Sonora, Mexico.
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Molymex
Dirección: Carretera Moctezuma - Nacozari
Ciudad: Cumpas
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MOLYNOR
Dirección: Av. Prolongación Longitudinal 6400
Ciudad: Mejillones
MOLYMENTOS![]()
Dirección: Camino a Nos Los Morros 66
Ciudad: San Bernardo
MOLYMET BELGIUM
Dirección: Langerbruggekaai 13
Ciudad: Gent
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MOLYMET GERMANY
Dirección: Niels-Bohr-Str. 5
Ciudad: Bitterfeld
Values that move us
MISSION
Strengthen our leading position worldwide in the molybdenum and rhenium market, through efficient and flexible processing capacity, continuous process optimization and innovation, as well as the search for new business opportunities in strategic metals.
In particular, we must increase the value of our most relevant stakeholders, among which are:
Our human team, a fundamental pillar in everything we do, because it is you who with your daily work make this company what it is today.
Our clients, long-term strategic partners, whom we wish to serve closely to meet their needs.
The community in which we are inserted and of which we are an active and committed part.
Our suppliers of inputs and services, who support us with the proper operation of our plant.
The authorities, whose regulations we intend to permanently and strictly overcome, thus generating an environment of trust
In this context, Molymex expects to obtain superior results and create sustainable economic value for its shareholders and investors.
We will encourage a business culture that consistently acts in a responsible, ethical, moral and transparent manner.
VISION
Have the best long-term relationship with mining and industrial clients, as well as a deep knowledge of their needs and markets.
To be the main supplier of molybdenum in the Mexican market and one of the main players in the molybdenum industry internationally.
Generate profits for shareholders that are sustainable, growing and above the industry average and increase the economic value of the company in a sustained manner.
Adapt the organization in such a way that it allows us an efficient administration, encouraging human resources with the objective of achieving comprehensive professional excellence, promoting development, quality of life, emphasizing factors such as working conditions, health and safety.
Seek the generation and diversification of new businesses and materialize them in an efficient and timely manner, implementing state-of-the-art technology in the processes.
Identify and control the internal and external risks to which the business is exposed.
Comply with the areas of corporate social responsibility, considering labor, social and environmental concerns in its daily operations and in its interaction with interested parties.
Promote the preservation of ecological balance and care for the environment, encouraging the development and diffusion of technologies that respect the environment and its protection.
Make a commitment with transparency with the interest groups; establishing actions to avoid acts of corruption, promoting respect for the human rights of vulnerable groups, supporting social aspects, education and development in the community.
PÓLITIC
Molymex, S.A. de C.V., is a company dedicated to the processing of molybdenum, which guides its activities to achieve total customer satisfaction, paying special attention to environmental care, occupational safety and hygiene to prevent injuries and deterioration of health; as well as asset risks and threats in the supply chain, in addition to compliance with applicable legal issues and other requirements.
To achieve the above scope and our purpose, Create value for the evolution of humanity, through products developed by people who think about the well-being of the planet, all members of the organization commit to achieving greater productivity, efficiency, optimization in the use of resources and a system of continuous improvement through innovation and lean processes, which allows us to maintain ourselves as a profitable company, with human values and impartiality, always considering the objectives of sustainable development and corporate social responsibility.
Values that move us
MISSION
Strengthen our leading position worldwide in the molybdenum and rhenium market, through efficient and flexible processing capacity, continuous process optimization and innovation, as well as the search for new business opportunities in strategic metals.
In particular, we must increase the value of our most relevant stakeholders, among which are:
Our human team, a fundamental pillar in everything we do, because it is you who with your daily work make this company what it is today.
Our clients, long-term strategic partners, whom we wish to serve closely to meet their needs.
The community in which we are inserted and of which we are an active and committed part.
Our suppliers of inputs and services, who support us with the proper operation of our plant.
The authorities, whose regulations we intend to permanently and strictly overcome, thus generating an environment of trust
In this context, Molymex expects to obtain superior results and create sustainable economic value for its shareholders and investors.
We will encourage a business culture that consistently acts in a responsible, ethical, moral and transparent manner.
VISION
Have the best long-term relationship with mining and industrial clients, as well as a deep knowledge of their needs and markets.
To be the main supplier of molybdenum in the Mexican market and one of the main players in the molybdenum industry internationally.
Generate profits for shareholders that are sustainable, growing and above the industry average and increase the economic value of the company in a sustained manner.
Adapt the organization in such a way that it allows us an efficient administration, encouraging human resources with the objective of achieving comprehensive professional excellence, promoting development, quality of life, emphasizing factors such as working conditions, health and safety.
Seek the generation and diversification of new businesses and materialize them in an efficient and timely manner, implementing state-of-the-art technology in the processes.
Identify and control the internal and external risks to which the business is exposed.
Comply with the areas of corporate social responsibility, considering labor, social and environmental concerns in its daily operations and in its interaction with interested parties.
Promote the preservation of ecological balance and care for the environment, encouraging the development and diffusion of technologies that respect the environment and its protection.
Make a commitment with transparency with the interest groups; establishing actions to avoid acts of corruption, promoting respect for the human rights of vulnerable groups, supporting social aspects, education and development in the community.
POLITIC
Molymex, S.A. de C.V., is a company dedicated to the processing of molybdenum, which guides its activities to achieve total customer satisfaction, paying special attention to environmental care, occupational safety and hygiene to prevent injuries and deterioration of health; as well as asset risks and threats in the supply chain, in addition to compliance with applicable legal issues and other requirements.
To achieve the above scope and our purpose, Create value for the evolution of humanity, through products developed by people who think about the well-being of the planet, all members of the organization commit to achieving greater productivity, efficiency, optimization in the use of resources and a system of continuous improvement through innovation and lean processes, which allows us to maintain ourselves as a profitable company, with human values and impartiality, always considering the objectives of sustainable development and corporate social responsibility.
Contact Us
Contact us at (+56) 22 937 6000 or complete the form. Our team will contact you quickly.

