Answers to the most common questions about working with BSB Metal & Trading — from trial shipments to payment structures and documentation.
Yes. Trial shipments can be arranged based on grade, origin, and a secure payment and inspection structure. We treat trials with the same documentation discipline as regular shipments — the process is identical, just smaller in volume.
SGS, Bureau Veritas (BV), Intertek, or any mutually agreed third-party inspection agency. Inspection scope depends on origin and deal terms — covering quantity, quality, radiation, moisture, and stuffing supervision.
FOB, CFR, and CIF under Incoterms® 2020 — depending on supplier capability and buyer requirement. We confirm the applicable incoterm at the spec confirmation stage before any offer is issued.
We support LC at sight, SBLC, DLC, and bank-to-bank transfer terms depending on counterparty profile and deal structure. Payment security is confirmed before any loading begins — without exception.
We trade aluminium (UBC, taint/tabor, tense, ingots), copper, brass, zinc, lead, stainless steel (304/316/430), HMS ferrous, and cast/pig iron. Availability depends on origin and current supplier capacity.
Standard export documents include: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, and Inspection Certificate when applicable. Radiation-Free Certificate is included where required by destination port.
Worldwide. We serve buyers in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and beyond — with structured programs for consistent buyers and suppliers. We prioritize long-term monthly supply programs over one-time transactions.
Yes. KYC documentation is required from all new counterparties — both buyers and suppliers — before any transaction proceeds. This is a standard compliance requirement. We also provide our own KYC pack on request.
Yes — monthly supply programs are our preference. We typically start with a trial shipment before committing to a monthly program, which allows both parties to verify specs, execution quality, and logistics.
Timeline depends on deal complexity, payment instrument, and inspection arrangements. A typical first shipment from offer to BL issuance can range from 2 to 6 weeks depending on all parties' readiness.