Why Pre-Shipment Inspection Matters
In international ferrous scrap trade, pre-shipment inspection (PSI) is the buyer's primary quality assurance mechanism. It verifies that the cargo matches contractual specifications before it leaves the seller's country.
For steel mills spending millions on scrap procurement, inspection costs — typically 0.1–0.3% of cargo value — are negligible compared to the risk of receiving off-spec material.
Leading Inspection Agencies
SGS (Société Générale de Surveillance)
Bureau Veritas
Other Agencies
Inspection Scope
1. Visual Grade Assessment
Inspectors verify that the material matches the contracted ISRI grade:
2. Weight Verification
Container shipments:
Bulk vessel:
3. Contamination Analysis
4. Radiation Screening
MANDATORY for all ferrous scrap shipments:
5. Chemical Analysis
When specified by buyer:
6. Photo Documentation
Comprehensive photography of:
Inspection Report Contents
A standard PSI report includes:
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Inspection Costs
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Total inspection cost typically represents 0.1–0.3% of cargo value.
Who Pays for Inspection?
Standard practice:
At Nautica Metal Scrap B.V., we arrange and facilitate SGS/BV inspection for every shipment as standard practice.
Best Practices
For Buyers
For Sellers
Frequently Asked Questions
Is inspection mandatory?
Not legally in most jurisdictions, but virtually all international scrap buyers require it. It's also typically required by LCs.
How long does inspection take?
Container shipments: 1–2 days. Bulk vessel: 3–5 days during loading. Results typically within 2–3 working days.
What if inspection finds problems?
The supplier must rectify issues (remove contaminated material, adjust grade ratio) before loading. Persistent problems may lead to contract cancellation.
Can the buyer attend inspection?
Yes. Buyers or their representatives are welcome to attend. Nautica Metal Scrap B.V. facilitates buyer visits.
What radiation screening standard is used?
IAEA safety standards. All scrap must be free of radioactive contamination above background levels.
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*Every shipment from Nautica Metal Scrap B.V. is independently inspected.*
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