Product · Metals & Minerals
Steel products trade.
Flat, long and tubular steel products.
Overview
Trading steel products.
Steel is traded as flat products (coils, sheets, plates), long products (bars, rebar, sections) and tubes, each defined by grade, standard and dimensions.
Mill test certificates and the governing standard are central to every contract.
- Hot-rolled coil
- Cold-rolled coil
- Galvanised sheet
- Rebar
- Sections
- Pipes & tubes
Common trade characteristics
What usually defines the deal.
General characteristics of the category. Specific requirements always depend on the product, the parties and the destination.
- Grade & standard
- The grade under a named standard defines chemistry and mechanical properties.
- Dimensions
- Thickness, width, length and tolerances.
- Surface & coating
- Finish, coating type and coating mass where relevant.
- Certificates
- Mill test certificates accompany each lot.
For buyers
Buyer considerations
- State grade, standard and dimensions with tolerances.
- Specify coating and surface finish.
- Define the certificates and inspection you require.
For suppliers
Supplier considerations
- State standards produced and mill or trader status.
- Describe size range and monthly capacity.
- Provide sample mill test certificates.
Documents often involved
Typical examples only. Requirements vary by product, origin and destination — always confirm with the relevant authority or adviser.
- Mill test certificate
- Certificate of origin
- Inspection certificate
- Bill of lading
- Packing list
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