Supply Chain

Supply Chain

Supply Chain Coordination

From mill sourcing to destination port delivery — SHEDAR coordinates every step of the steel supply chain for international buyers.

How We Work

Our five-step supply chain coordination process ensures clarity, quality, and on-time delivery.

AI Visual: Four-step steel supply chain process diagram - Inquiry, Sourcing, QC, Export
1

Inquiry & Specification

You share product specs, quantity, and destination. We analyze and prepare sourcing options from qualified mills.

2

Mill Sourcing & Pricing

We match your requirements with qualified mills, negotiate pricing, and present competitive options for your review.

3

Quality Control

Mill test certificate (MTC) verification and optional third-party inspection (SGS/BV/Intertek) before shipment.

4

Export & Delivery

We manage shipping, documentation, and customs clearance for delivery to your destination port.

Quality Control & Inspection

Mill Test Certificate (MTC)

Every shipment includes mill-issued certificates verifying chemical composition, mechanical properties, and dimensional tolerances.

Third-Party Inspection

Optional SGS, Bureau Veritas, or Intertek inspection services available for pre-shipment quality verification and loading supervision.

Loading Supervision

On-site verification of product condition, packing quality, and loading documentation before container sealing or vessel departure.

China Supply Chain Capability

As a China-based steel trading company, SHEDAR leverages deep mill relationships and industry expertise to deliver value that individual mills cannot match.

Chinese Mill Resources

Access to a network of qualified Chinese steel mills for multi-mill price comparison. We match your specifications with the most cost-effective mill source, not just a single supplier.

Product Sourcing

One-stop procurement across multiple steel product categories. No minimum order quantity (MOQ) restrictions — we combine orders to meet your volume needs. Structural steel, coil, pipe, plate — all from one partner.

Quality Inspection

Third-party inspection coordination through SGS, BV, and Intertek. Pre-shipment quality verification, loading supervision, and on-site mill inspection ensure product compliance before cargo leaves China.

Export Documentation

Complete export documentation package — Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, MTC. Experienced in Letter of Credit (L/C) operations for secure international trade settlements.

International Logistics

Flexible delivery terms — FOB, CIF, CFR from major Chinese ports including Qingdao, Tianjin, Shanghai, and Ningbo. Container loading optimization and breakbulk vessel coordination for all cargo sizes.

Export Documentation

SHEDAR handles the complete export documentation package for international steel shipments:

Commercial Invoice

Detailed product description, HS code, unit price, and total value

Packing List

Bundle details, weight breakdown, and container assignment

Bill of Lading

Ocean freight documentation with vessel, port, and consignment details

Certificate of Origin

Country of origin certification for customs clearance and duty preferences

Start Your Supply Chain Partnership

Tell us your steel requirements and destination — we will prepare a complete supply chain proposal.

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