HCH: Shallow Cu-Au Intersections Grow La Verde

Original announcement by asx on

Company
Hot Chili Limited
Ticker
HCH
Exchange
ASX
Region
Chile
Primary commodity
Copper
Secondary commodities
Gold, Molybdenum, Silver
Document categories
Drill results, Resource update, Other
Extracted
2026-10-07 23:22:26 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published:

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Hot Chili Limited announced new drill results from its La Verde copper-gold porphyry discovery in coastal Chile, reporting broad, shallow intersections that continue to define a coherent mineralized system. Key intercepts include 188m at 0.56% CuEq (0.44% Cu, 0.16 g/t Au) from 24m in DKP075 and 240m at 0.43% CuEq (0.30% Cu, 0.17 g/t Au) from 36m in DKP078. These results support the project's potential for low-strip-ratio open pit mining and are being incorporated into geological models ahead of a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate and a revised Pre-Feasibility Study for the Costa Fuego Project.

Reasoning: The announcement reports broad, shallow, and high-grade copper-gold intersections that expand the known mineralization at La Verde, supporting future open-pit development and de-risking the project ahead of a maiden MRE and PFS. The results demonstrate strong continuity and are backed by robust QA/QC, despite the lack of true width reporting.

Positive factors

  • Broad, shallow, high-grade copper-gold intersections continue to expand the mineralized footprint at La Verde, supporting open-pit potential.
  • Significant widths of mineralization were encountered, including 240m and 188m intercepts, indicating strong continuity.
  • The results are being incorporated into geological models for a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate and a revised Pre-Feasibility Study, de-risking the project.
  • Comprehensive QA/QC procedures are detailed, including accredited laboratories and QP/CP sign-off, enhancing data credibility.
  • Metal equivalent calculations are transparent with disclosed prices and recoveries.

Negative factors

  • True widths are not yet known, and results are reported as downhole lengths, which may overstate actual thickness.
  • Some copper grades are below the project's historical average, though compensated by significant widths.

Facts used in scoring: 56

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 56. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (56)

DKP067La Verde · copperGrade: 0.47Grade Unit: %Intercept: 112 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP067
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.47
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
112 m
From
42 m
To
154 m
Hole Depth
300 m
Intercept Depth
42 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP067:42-154
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324785
Northing
6785774
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1134 m
Azimuth
114 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.47
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad, shallow intercept expands the known mineralization and supports the open-pit potential of the La Verde project.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length of 112m.
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 42m).
  • Contributes to expanding the lateral extent of mineralization along the eastern flank.

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”

Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Reason: Results from DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.

Evidence · text

“Results from RC drill hole DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.”
DKP067La Verde · copperGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: %Intercept: 112 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP067
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.4
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
112 m
From
42 m
To
154 m
Hole Depth
300 m
Intercept Depth
42 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP067:42-154
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324785
Northing
6785774
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1134 m
Azimuth
114 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad, shallow copper intercept expands the known mineralization, although the grade is slightly below the project average, it supports the open-pit potential.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length of 112m.
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 42m).
  • Contributes to expanding the lateral extent of mineralization along the eastern flank.

Negative factors

  • Copper grade (0.40%) is below the project's historical average (0.466%).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”

Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Reason: Results from DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.

Evidence · text

“Results from RC drill hole DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.”
DKP067La Verde · goldGrade: 0.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 112 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP067
Project
La Verde
Commodity
gold
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
112 m
From
42 m
To
154 m
Hole Depth
300 m
Intercept Depth
42 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP067:42-154
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324785
Northing
6785774
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1134 m
Azimuth
114 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad, shallow gold intercept expands the known mineralization, although the grade is slightly below the project average, it supports the open-pit potential.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length of 112m.
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 42m).
  • Contributes to expanding the lateral extent of mineralization along the eastern flank.

Negative factors

  • Gold grade (0.10 g/t) is below the project's historical average (0.144 g/t).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”

Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Reason: Results from DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.

Evidence · text

“Results from RC drill hole DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.”
DKP067La Verde · silverGrade: 0.89Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 112 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP067
Project
La Verde
Commodity
silver
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.89
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
112 m
From
42 m
To
154 m
Hole Depth
300 m
Intercept Depth
42 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP067:42-154
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324785
Northing
6785774
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1134 m
Azimuth
114 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad, shallow silver intercept expands the known mineralization, although the grade is low, it supports the open-pit potential.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length of 112m.
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 42m).
  • Contributes to expanding the lateral extent of mineralization along the eastern flank.

Negative factors

  • Silver grade (0.89 ppm) is slightly above the project's historical average (0.769 ppm), but still low.
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”

Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Reason: Results from DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.

Evidence · text

“Results from RC drill hole DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.”
DKP067La Verde · molybdenumGrade: 8Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 112 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP067
Project
La Verde
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
8
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
112 m
From
42 m
To
154 m
Hole Depth
300 m
Intercept Depth
42 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP067:42-154
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324785
Northing
6785774
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1134 m
Azimuth
114 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad, shallow molybdenum intercept expands the known mineralization, although the grade is low, it supports the open-pit potential.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length of 112m.
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 42m).
  • Contributes to expanding the lateral extent of mineralization along the eastern flank.

Negative factors

  • Molybdenum grade (8 ppm) is significantly below the project's historical average (28.966 ppm).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”

Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Reason: Results from DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.

Evidence · text

“Results from RC drill hole DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.”
DKP067La Verde · copperGrade: 0.7Grade Unit: %Intercept: 26 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP067
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.7
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
26 m
From
62 m
To
88 m
Hole Depth
300 m
Intercept Depth
42 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP067:62-88
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324785
Northing
6785774
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1134 m
Azimuth
114 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.7
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval further enhances the prospectivity of the shallow mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • High-grade sub-interval (0.70% CuEq) within a broader intercept.
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 62m).
  • Contributes to expanding the lateral extent of mineralization along the eastern flank.

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”

Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Reason: Results from DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.

Evidence · text

“Results from RC drill hole DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.”
DKP067La Verde · copperGrade: 0.59Grade Unit: %Intercept: 26 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP067
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.59
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
26 m
From
62 m
To
88 m
Hole Depth
300 m
Intercept Depth
42 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP067:62-88
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324785
Northing
6785774
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1134 m
Azimuth
114 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade copper sub-interval, exceeding the 75th percentile for porphyry copper, further enhances the prospectivity of the shallow mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • High-grade sub-interval (0.59% Cu) within a broader intercept, exceeding the 75th percentile for porphyry copper.
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 62m).
  • Contributes to expanding the lateral extent of mineralization along the eastern flank.

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”

Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Reason: Results from DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.

Evidence · text

“Results from RC drill hole DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.”
DKP067La Verde · goldGrade: 0.14Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 26 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP067
Project
La Verde
Commodity
gold
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.14
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
26 m
From
62 m
To
88 m
Hole Depth
300 m
Intercept Depth
42 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP067:62-88
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324785
Northing
6785774
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1134 m
Azimuth
114 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This gold sub-interval, with a grade near the project average, further enhances the prospectivity of the shallow mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Gold grade (0.14 g/t) is near the project's historical average (0.144 g/t).
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 62m).
  • Contributes to expanding the lateral extent of mineralization along the eastern flank.

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”

Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Reason: Results from DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.

Evidence · text

“Results from RC drill hole DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.”
DKP067La Verde · silverGrade: 1.19Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 26 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP067
Project
La Verde
Commodity
silver
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
1.19
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
26 m
From
62 m
To
88 m
Hole Depth
300 m
Intercept Depth
42 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP067:62-88
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324785
Northing
6785774
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1134 m
Azimuth
114 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This silver sub-interval, with a grade above the project average, further enhances the prospectivity of the shallow mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Silver grade (1.19 ppm) is above the project's historical average (0.769 ppm).
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 62m).
  • Contributes to expanding the lateral extent of mineralization along the eastern flank.

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”

Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Reason: Results from DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.

Evidence · text

“Results from RC drill hole DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.”
DKP067La Verde · molybdenumGrade: 9Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 26 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP067
Project
La Verde
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
9
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
26 m
From
62 m
To
88 m
Hole Depth
300 m
Intercept Depth
42 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP067:62-88
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324785
Northing
6785774
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1134 m
Azimuth
114 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This molybdenum sub-interval, with a low grade, further enhances the prospectivity of the shallow mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 62m).
  • Contributes to expanding the lateral extent of mineralization along the eastern flank.

Negative factors

  • Molybdenum grade (9 ppm) is significantly below the project's historical average (28.966 ppm).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”

Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Reason: Results from DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.

Evidence · text

“Results from RC drill hole DKP067 further expanded the lateral extent of mineralisation along La Verde’s eastern flank.”
DKP072La Verde · copperGrade: 0.37Grade Unit: %Intercept: 160 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP072
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.37
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
160 m
From
12 m
To
172 m
Hole Depth
408 m
Intercept Depth
12 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP072:12-172
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324776
Northing
6785767
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1133 m
Azimuth
244 °
Dip
-59 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.37
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very broad and shallow intercept contributes to defining the scale and continuity of near-surface mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Very broad intercept length of 160m.
  • Very shallow depth of mineralization (from 12m).

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP072La Verde · copperGrade: 0.3Grade Unit: %Intercept: 160 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP072
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.3
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
160 m
From
12 m
To
172 m
Hole Depth
408 m
Intercept Depth
12 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP072:12-172
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324776
Northing
6785767
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1133 m
Azimuth
244 °
Dip
-59 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very broad and shallow copper intercept contributes to defining the scale and continuity of near-surface mineralization at La Verde, despite being below the project average grade.

Positive factors

  • Very broad intercept length of 160m.
  • Very shallow depth of mineralization (from 12m).

Negative factors

  • Copper grade (0.30%) is below the project's historical average (0.466%).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP072La Verde · goldGrade: 0.09Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 160 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP072
Project
La Verde
Commodity
gold
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.09
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
160 m
From
12 m
To
172 m
Hole Depth
408 m
Intercept Depth
12 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP072:12-172
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324776
Northing
6785767
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1133 m
Azimuth
244 °
Dip
-59 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very broad and shallow gold intercept contributes to defining the scale and continuity of near-surface mineralization at La Verde, despite being below the project average grade.

Positive factors

  • Very broad intercept length of 160m.
  • Very shallow depth of mineralization (from 12m).

Negative factors

  • Gold grade (0.09 g/t) is below the project's historical average (0.144 g/t).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP072La Verde · silverGrade: 0.83Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 160 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP072
Project
La Verde
Commodity
silver
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.83
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
160 m
From
12 m
To
172 m
Hole Depth
408 m
Intercept Depth
12 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP072:12-172
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324776
Northing
6785767
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1133 m
Azimuth
244 °
Dip
-59 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very broad and shallow silver intercept contributes to defining the scale and continuity of near-surface mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Very broad intercept length of 160m.
  • Very shallow depth of mineralization (from 12m).

Negative factors

  • Silver grade (0.83 ppm) is slightly above the project's historical average (0.769 ppm), but still low.
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP072La Verde · molybdenumGrade: 5Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 160 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP072
Project
La Verde
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
5
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
160 m
From
12 m
To
172 m
Hole Depth
408 m
Intercept Depth
12 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP072:12-172
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324776
Northing
6785767
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1133 m
Azimuth
244 °
Dip
-59 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very broad and shallow molybdenum intercept contributes to defining the scale and continuity of near-surface mineralization at La Verde, despite being below the project average grade.

Positive factors

  • Very broad intercept length of 160m.
  • Very shallow depth of mineralization (from 12m).

Negative factors

  • Molybdenum grade (5 ppm) is significantly below the project's historical average (28.966 ppm).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP072La Verde · copperGrade: 0.53Grade Unit: %Intercept: 40 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP072
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.53
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
40 m
From
12 m
To
52 m
Hole Depth
408 m
Intercept Depth
12 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP072:12-52
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324776
Northing
6785767
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1133 m
Azimuth
244 °
Dip
-59 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.53
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval further enhances the prospectivity of the very shallow mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • High-grade sub-interval (0.53% CuEq) within a broader intercept.
  • Very shallow depth of mineralization (from 12m).

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP072La Verde · copperGrade: 0.45Grade Unit: %Intercept: 40 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP072
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.45
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
40 m
From
12 m
To
52 m
Hole Depth
408 m
Intercept Depth
12 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP072:12-52
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324776
Northing
6785767
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1133 m
Azimuth
244 °
Dip
-59 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This copper sub-interval, with a grade near the project average, further enhances the prospectivity of the very shallow mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Copper grade (0.45%) is near the project's historical average (0.466%).
  • Very shallow depth of mineralization (from 12m).

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP072La Verde · goldGrade: 0.11Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 40 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP072
Project
La Verde
Commodity
gold
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.11
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
40 m
From
12 m
To
52 m
Hole Depth
408 m
Intercept Depth
12 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP072:12-52
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324776
Northing
6785767
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1133 m
Azimuth
244 °
Dip
-59 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This gold sub-interval, with a grade below the project average, further enhances the prospectivity of the very shallow mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 12m).

Negative factors

  • Gold grade (0.11 g/t) is below the project's historical average (0.144 g/t).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP072La Verde · silverGrade: 0.97Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 40 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP072
Project
La Verde
Commodity
silver
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.97
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
40 m
From
12 m
To
52 m
Hole Depth
408 m
Intercept Depth
12 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP072:12-52
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324776
Northing
6785767
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1133 m
Azimuth
244 °
Dip
-59 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This silver sub-interval, with a grade above the project average, further enhances the prospectivity of the very shallow mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Silver grade (0.97 ppm) is above the project's historical average (0.769 ppm).
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 12m).

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP072La Verde · molybdenumGrade: 4Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 40 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP072
Project
La Verde
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
4
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
40 m
From
12 m
To
52 m
Hole Depth
408 m
Intercept Depth
12 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP072:12-52
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324776
Northing
6785767
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1133 m
Azimuth
244 °
Dip
-59 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This molybdenum sub-interval, with a low grade, further enhances the prospectivity of the very shallow mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 12m).

Negative factors

  • Molybdenum grade (4 ppm) is significantly below the project's historical average (28.966 ppm).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP072La Verde · copperGrade: 0.49Grade Unit: %Intercept: 28 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP072
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.49
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
28 m
From
144 m
To
172 m
Hole Depth
408 m
Intercept Depth
12 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP072:144-172
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324776
Northing
6785767
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1133 m
Azimuth
244 °
Dip
-59 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.49
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This good grade sub-interval further enhances the prospectivity of the mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Good grade sub-interval (0.49% CuEq) within a broader intercept.

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP072La Verde · copperGrade: 0.39Grade Unit: %Intercept: 28 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP072
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.39
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
28 m
From
144 m
To
172 m
Hole Depth
408 m
Intercept Depth
12 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP072:144-172
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324776
Northing
6785767
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1133 m
Azimuth
244 °
Dip
-59 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This copper sub-interval, with a grade near the project average, further enhances the prospectivity of the mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Copper grade (0.39%) is near the project's historical average (0.466%).

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP072La Verde · goldGrade: 0.14Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 28 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP072
Project
La Verde
Commodity
gold
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.14
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
28 m
From
144 m
To
172 m
Hole Depth
408 m
Intercept Depth
12 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP072:144-172
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324776
Northing
6785767
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1133 m
Azimuth
244 °
Dip
-59 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This gold sub-interval, with a grade near the project average, further enhances the prospectivity of the mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Gold grade (0.14 g/t) is near the project's historical average (0.144 g/t).

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP072La Verde · silverGrade: 0.92Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 28 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP072
Project
La Verde
Commodity
silver
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.92
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
28 m
From
144 m
To
172 m
Hole Depth
408 m
Intercept Depth
12 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP072:144-172
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324776
Northing
6785767
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1133 m
Azimuth
244 °
Dip
-59 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This silver sub-interval, with a grade above the project average, further enhances the prospectivity of the mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Silver grade (0.92 ppm) is above the project's historical average (0.769 ppm).

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP072La Verde · molybdenumGrade: 7Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 28 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP072
Project
La Verde
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
7
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
28 m
From
144 m
To
172 m
Hole Depth
408 m
Intercept Depth
12 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP072:144-172
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324776
Northing
6785767
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1133 m
Azimuth
244 °
Dip
-59 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This molybdenum sub-interval, with a low grade, further enhances the prospectivity of the mineralization at La Verde.

Negative factors

  • Molybdenum grade (7 ppm) is significantly below the project's historical average (28.966 ppm).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP075La Verde · copperGrade: 0.56Grade Unit: %Intercept: 188 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP075
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.56
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
188 m
From
24 m
To
212 m
Hole Depth
333 m
Intercept Depth
24 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP075:24-212
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324631
Northing
6785983
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1153 m
Azimuth
99 °
Dip
-57 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.56
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very broad, high-grade, and shallow intercept significantly extends the known mineralization and enhances the open-pit potential of La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Very broad intercept length of 188m.
  • High CuEq grade (0.56%) for a porphyry deposit.
  • Very shallow depth of mineralization (from 24m).
  • Extended from a previously reported intersection, increasing the depth of the high-grade zone.

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP075La Verde · copperGrade: 0.44Grade Unit: %Intercept: 188 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP075
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.44
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
188 m
From
24 m
To
212 m
Hole Depth
333 m
Intercept Depth
24 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP075:24-212
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324631
Northing
6785983
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1153 m
Azimuth
99 °
Dip
-57 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very broad, shallow copper intercept, with a grade near the project average, significantly extends the known mineralization and enhances the open-pit potential of La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Very broad intercept length of 188m.
  • Copper grade (0.44%) is near the project's historical average (0.466%).
  • Very shallow depth of mineralization (from 24m).
  • Extended from a previously reported intersection, increasing the depth of the high-grade zone.

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP075La Verde · goldGrade: 0.16Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 188 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP075
Project
La Verde
Commodity
gold
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.16
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
188 m
From
24 m
To
212 m
Hole Depth
333 m
Intercept Depth
24 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP075:24-212
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324631
Northing
6785983
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1153 m
Azimuth
99 °
Dip
-57 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very broad, shallow gold intercept, with a grade above the project average, significantly extends the known mineralization and enhances the open-pit potential of La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Very broad intercept length of 188m.
  • Gold grade (0.16 g/t) is above the project's historical average (0.144 g/t).
  • Very shallow depth of mineralization (from 24m).
  • Extended from a previously reported intersection, increasing the depth of the high-grade zone.

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP075La Verde · silverGrade: 0.72Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 188 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP075
Project
La Verde
Commodity
silver
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.72
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
188 m
From
24 m
To
212 m
Hole Depth
333 m
Intercept Depth
24 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP075:24-212
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324631
Northing
6785983
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1153 m
Azimuth
99 °
Dip
-57 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very broad, shallow silver intercept, with a grade near the project average, significantly extends the known mineralization and enhances the open-pit potential of La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Very broad intercept length of 188m.
  • Very shallow depth of mineralization (from 24m).
  • Extended from a previously reported intersection, increasing the depth of the high-grade zone.

Negative factors

  • Silver grade (0.72 ppm) is slightly below the project's historical average (0.769 ppm).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP075La Verde · molybdenumGrade: 10Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 188 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP075
Project
La Verde
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
10
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
188 m
From
24 m
To
212 m
Hole Depth
333 m
Intercept Depth
24 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP075:24-212
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324631
Northing
6785983
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1153 m
Azimuth
99 °
Dip
-57 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very broad, shallow molybdenum intercept, with a low grade, significantly extends the known mineralization and enhances the open-pit potential of La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Very broad intercept length of 188m.
  • Very shallow depth of mineralization (from 24m).
  • Extended from a previously reported intersection, increasing the depth of the high-grade zone.

Negative factors

  • Molybdenum grade (10 ppm) is significantly below the project's historical average (28.966 ppm).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP075La Verde · copperGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: %Intercept: 29 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP075
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
29 m
From
304 m
To
333 m
Hole Depth
333 m
Intercept Depth
24 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP075:304-333
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324631
Northing
6785983
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1153 m
Azimuth
99 °
Dip
-57 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.5
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept, extending to the end of the hole with a good CuEq grade, indicates continued mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • Good CuEq grade (0.50%) for a porphyry deposit.
  • Extends mineralization to end of hole.

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP075La Verde · copperGrade: 0.39Grade Unit: %Intercept: 29 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP075
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.39
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
29 m
From
304 m
To
333 m
Hole Depth
333 m
Intercept Depth
24 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP075:304-333
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324631
Northing
6785983
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1153 m
Azimuth
99 °
Dip
-57 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This copper intercept, extending to the end of the hole with a grade near the project average, indicates continued mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • Copper grade (0.39%) is near the project's historical average (0.466%).
  • Extends mineralization to end of hole.

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP075La Verde · goldGrade: 0.15Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 29 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP075
Project
La Verde
Commodity
gold
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.15
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
29 m
From
304 m
To
333 m
Hole Depth
333 m
Intercept Depth
24 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP075:304-333
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324631
Northing
6785983
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1153 m
Azimuth
99 °
Dip
-57 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This gold intercept, extending to the end of the hole with a grade above the project average, indicates continued mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • Gold grade (0.15 g/t) is above the project's historical average (0.144 g/t).
  • Extends mineralization to end of hole.

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP075La Verde · silverGrade: 0.51Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 29 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP075
Project
La Verde
Commodity
silver
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.51
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
29 m
From
304 m
To
333 m
Hole Depth
333 m
Intercept Depth
24 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP075:304-333
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324631
Northing
6785983
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1153 m
Azimuth
99 °
Dip
-57 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This silver intercept, extending to the end of the hole, indicates continued mineralization at depth, although the grade is low.

Positive factors

  • Extends mineralization to end of hole.

Negative factors

  • Silver grade (0.51 ppm) is below the project's historical average (0.769 ppm).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP075La Verde · molybdenumGrade: 11Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 29 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP075
Project
La Verde
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
11
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
29 m
From
304 m
To
333 m
Hole Depth
333 m
Intercept Depth
24 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP075:304-333
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324631
Northing
6785983
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1153 m
Azimuth
99 °
Dip
-57 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This molybdenum intercept, extending to the end of the hole, indicates continued mineralization at depth, although the grade is low.

Positive factors

  • Extends mineralization to end of hole.

Negative factors

  • Molybdenum grade (11 ppm) is significantly below the project's historical average (28.966 ppm).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP077La Verde · copperGrade: 0.33Grade Unit: %Intercept: 44 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP077
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.33
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
44 m
From
230 m
To
274 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
230 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP077:230-274
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324420
Northing
6785616
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1177 m
Azimuth
80 °
Dip
-58 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.33
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept contributes to the overall understanding of the mineralization at La Verde.

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP077La Verde · copperGrade: 0.25Grade Unit: %Intercept: 44 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP077
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.25
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
44 m
From
230 m
To
274 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
230 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP077:230-274
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324420
Northing
6785616
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1177 m
Azimuth
80 °
Dip
-58 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept contributes to the overall understanding of the mineralization at La Verde, but the copper grade is low compared to the project average.

Negative factors

  • Copper grade (0.25%) is significantly below the project's historical average (0.466%).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP077La Verde · goldGrade: 0.06Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 44 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP077
Project
La Verde
Commodity
gold
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
44 m
From
230 m
To
274 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
230 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP077:230-274
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324420
Northing
6785616
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1177 m
Azimuth
80 °
Dip
-58 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept contributes to the overall understanding of the mineralization at La Verde, but the gold grade is low compared to the project average.

Negative factors

  • Gold grade (0.06 g/t) is significantly below the project's historical average (0.144 g/t).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP077La Verde · silverGrade: 1.09Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 44 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP077
Project
La Verde
Commodity
silver
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
1.09
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
44 m
From
230 m
To
274 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
230 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP077:230-274
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324420
Northing
6785616
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1177 m
Azimuth
80 °
Dip
-58 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept contributes to the overall understanding of the mineralization at La Verde, with a silver grade above the project average.

Positive factors

  • Silver grade (1.09 ppm) is above the project's historical average (0.769 ppm).

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP077La Verde · molybdenumGrade: 79Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 44 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP077
Project
La Verde
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
79
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
44 m
From
230 m
To
274 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
230 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP077:230-274
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324420
Northing
6785616
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1177 m
Azimuth
80 °
Dip
-58 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept contributes to the overall understanding of the mineralization at La Verde, with a molybdenum grade significantly above the project average.

Positive factors

  • Molybdenum grade (79 ppm) is significantly above the project's historical average (28.966 ppm).

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP077La Verde · copperGrade: 0.46Grade Unit: %Intercept: 6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP077
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.46
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
6 m
From
318 m
To
324 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
230 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP077:318-324
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324420
Northing
6785616
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1177 m
Azimuth
80 °
Dip
-58 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.46
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow intercept with a good CuEq grade contributes to the overall understanding of the mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Good CuEq grade (0.46%) for a porphyry deposit.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length (6m).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP077La Verde · copperGrade: 0.36Grade Unit: %Intercept: 6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP077
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.36
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
6 m
From
318 m
To
324 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
230 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP077:318-324
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324420
Northing
6785616
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1177 m
Azimuth
80 °
Dip
-58 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow intercept with a copper grade below the project average contributes to the overall understanding of the mineralization at La Verde.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length (6m).
  • Copper grade (0.36%) is below the project's historical average (0.466%).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP077La Verde · goldGrade: 0.09Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP077
Project
La Verde
Commodity
gold
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.09
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6 m
From
318 m
To
324 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
230 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP077:318-324
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324420
Northing
6785616
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1177 m
Azimuth
80 °
Dip
-58 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow intercept with a gold grade below the project average contributes to the overall understanding of the mineralization at La Verde.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length (6m).
  • Gold grade (0.09 g/t) is below the project's historical average (0.144 g/t).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP077La Verde · silverGrade: 2.1Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP077
Project
La Verde
Commodity
silver
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
2.1
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
6 m
From
318 m
To
324 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
230 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP077:318-324
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324420
Northing
6785616
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1177 m
Azimuth
80 °
Dip
-58 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow intercept with a silver grade significantly above the project average contributes to the overall understanding of the mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Silver grade (2.1 ppm) is significantly above the project's historical average (0.769 ppm).

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length (6m).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP077La Verde · molybdenumGrade: 81Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP077
Project
La Verde
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
81
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
6 m
From
318 m
To
324 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
230 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP077:318-324
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324420
Northing
6785616
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1177 m
Azimuth
80 °
Dip
-58 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow intercept with a molybdenum grade significantly above the project average contributes to the overall understanding of the mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Molybdenum grade (81 ppm) is significantly above the project's historical average (28.966 ppm).

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length (6m).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP078La Verde · copperGrade: 0.43Grade Unit: %Intercept: 240 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP078
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.43
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
240 m
From
36 m
To
276 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
36 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP078:36-276
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324659
Northing
6785893
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1142 m
Azimuth
332 °
Dip
-69 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.43
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This exceptional intercept length with a good CuEq grade from shallow depths strongly supports the geological model and open-pit potential of La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional intercept length of 240m, indicating significant continuity.
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 36m).
  • Supports the current geological interpretation at La Verde and open-pit potential.

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP078La Verde · copperGrade: 0.3Grade Unit: %Intercept: 240 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP078
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.3
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
240 m
From
36 m
To
276 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
36 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP078:36-276
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324659
Northing
6785893
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1142 m
Azimuth
332 °
Dip
-69 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This exceptional intercept length with a copper grade below the project average from shallow depths strongly supports the geological model and open-pit potential of La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional intercept length of 240m, indicating significant continuity.
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 36m).
  • Supports the current geological interpretation at La Verde and open-pit potential.

Negative factors

  • Copper grade (0.30%) is below the project's historical average (0.466%).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP078La Verde · goldGrade: 0.17Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 240 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP078
Project
La Verde
Commodity
gold
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.17
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
240 m
From
36 m
To
276 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
36 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP078:36-276
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324659
Northing
6785893
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1142 m
Azimuth
332 °
Dip
-69 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This exceptional intercept length with a gold grade above the project average from shallow depths strongly supports the geological model and open-pit potential of La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional intercept length of 240m, indicating significant continuity.
  • Gold grade (0.17 g/t) is above the project's historical average (0.144 g/t).
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 36m).
  • Supports the current geological interpretation at La Verde and open-pit potential.

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP078La Verde · silverGrade: 0.69Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 240 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP078
Project
La Verde
Commodity
silver
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.69
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
240 m
From
36 m
To
276 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
36 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP078:36-276
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324659
Northing
6785893
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1142 m
Azimuth
332 °
Dip
-69 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This exceptional intercept length with a silver grade below the project average from shallow depths strongly supports the geological model and open-pit potential of La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional intercept length of 240m, indicating significant continuity.
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 36m).
  • Supports the current geological interpretation at La Verde and open-pit potential.

Negative factors

  • Silver grade (0.69 ppm) is below the project's historical average (0.769 ppm).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP078La Verde · molybdenumGrade: 13Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 240 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP078
Project
La Verde
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
13
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
240 m
From
36 m
To
276 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
36 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP078:36-276
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324659
Northing
6785893
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1142 m
Azimuth
332 °
Dip
-69 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This exceptional intercept length with a low molybdenum grade from shallow depths strongly supports the geological model and open-pit potential of La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional intercept length of 240m, indicating significant continuity.
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 36m).
  • Supports the current geological interpretation at La Verde and open-pit potential.

Negative factors

  • Molybdenum grade (13 ppm) is significantly below the project's historical average (28.966 ppm).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP078La Verde · copperGrade: 0.6Grade Unit: %Intercept: 54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP078
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.6
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
54 m
From
46 m
To
100 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
36 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP078:46-100
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324659
Northing
6785893
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1142 m
Azimuth
332 °
Dip
-69 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.6
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval further enhances the prospectivity of the shallow mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • High-grade sub-interval (0.60% CuEq) within a broader intercept.
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 46m).

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP078La Verde · copperGrade: 0.41Grade Unit: %Intercept: 54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP078
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.41
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
54 m
From
46 m
To
100 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
36 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP078:46-100
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324659
Northing
6785893
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1142 m
Azimuth
332 °
Dip
-69 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade copper sub-interval, with a grade near the project average, further enhances the prospectivity of the shallow mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • High-grade sub-interval (0.41% Cu) within a broader intercept, near the project's historical average.
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 46m).

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP078La Verde · goldGrade: 0.26Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP078
Project
La Verde
Commodity
gold
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.26
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
54 m
From
46 m
To
100 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
36 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP078:46-100
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324659
Northing
6785893
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1142 m
Azimuth
332 °
Dip
-69 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade gold sub-interval, significantly above the project average, further enhances the prospectivity of the shallow mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • High-grade sub-interval (0.26 g/t Au) within a broader intercept, significantly above the project's historical average (0.144 g/t).
  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 46m).

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP078La Verde · silverGrade: 0.59Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP078
Project
La Verde
Commodity
silver
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.59
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
54 m
From
46 m
To
100 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
36 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP078:46-100
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324659
Northing
6785893
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1142 m
Azimuth
332 °
Dip
-69 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This silver sub-interval, with a grade below the project average, further enhances the prospectivity of the shallow mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 46m).

Negative factors

  • Silver grade (0.59 ppm) is below the project's historical average (0.769 ppm).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP078La Verde · molybdenumGrade: 9Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP078
Project
La Verde
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
9
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
54 m
From
46 m
To
100 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
36 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP078:46-100
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324659
Northing
6785893
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1142 m
Azimuth
332 °
Dip
-69 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This molybdenum sub-interval, with a low grade, further enhances the prospectivity of the shallow mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Shallow depth of mineralization (from 46m).

Negative factors

  • Molybdenum grade (9 ppm) is significantly below the project's historical average (28.966 ppm).
  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

Compositing TransparentRejected · positive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Reason: The cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and internal dilution rules (up to 30m downhole width) are clearly stated for reported intersections.

Evidence · text

“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width”
DKP078La Verde · copperGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: %Intercept: 42 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DKP078
Project
La Verde
Commodity
copper
Region
chile
Reported Region
chile
Ticker
HCH

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
42 m
From
188 m
To
230 m
Hole Depth
324 m
Intercept Depth
36 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DKP078:188-230
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Easting
324659
Northing
6785893
CRS
WGS84 UTM zone 19S
Elevation
1142 m
Azimuth
332 °
Dip
-69 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS or AGS Cotecna
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.5
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.2
Cutoff Unit
% Cu
Dilution Disclosed
Yes
Max Dilution
30 m

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This good grade sub-interval further enhances the prospectivity of the mineralization at La Verde.

Positive factors

  • Good grade sub-interval (0.50% CuEq) within a broader intercept.

Negative factors

  • Reported as downhole length, true width not known.

Tags used in scoring

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Rejected tags

Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.

Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Reason: Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length, with true width not known.

Evidence · text

“Drill intersections are currently reported as downhole length.”

QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Reason: The announcement includes extensive QA/QC procedures in JORC Table 1, mentioning accredited labs, standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“All HCH drill samples were assayed by industry standard methods through accredited ALS or AGS Cotecna laboratories in Chile and Peru. HCH undertakes several steps to ensure the quality control of assay results. These include, but are not limited to, the use of duplicates, certified reference material (CRM) and blank media”

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