Buyer Guide

How to Order

From first inquiry to shipment. This page explains what information to provide, what to expect, and how the process works.

The Buyer Process

Four steps from first contact to delivery

1

Submit Inquiry

Send us your application, required product and grade, estimated quantity, destination port, and packaging preference. If you need COA, SDS, or sample for evaluation, include that in your request.

2

Receive Response

We reply within 24 business hours. Depending on your request, you will receive: batch COA for quality review, SDS for compliance, indicative quotation, or sample arrangement confirmation.

3

Evaluate & Confirm

Review COA data against your specifications. Test the sample if arranged. Once technical and commercial fit is confirmed, we provide a final quotation with exact pricing, lead time, and shipping terms.

Step 4: Order & Shipment

What happens after you confirm the quotation

4a

Payment

Confirm payment terms (T/T or L/C). We issue proforma invoice with bank details.

4b

Production & QC

Production scheduled. Batch COA generated after QC testing. Typical lead time: 7–10 working days FOB.

4c

Shipment

Dangerous goods export documentation prepared. Container loading. Bill of lading issued. Shipment on the way.

What to Include in Your Inquiry

The more specific your request, the faster and more accurate our response

Required Information

FieldWhy It Matters
Product & GradeDetermines which COA, pricing, and specifications to provide
ApplicationHelps us confirm product fit and suggest the right grade
Estimated QuantityAffects pricing tier (trial vs. regular) and packaging recommendation
Destination Country / PortNeeded for FOB/CIF quotation and transport classification

Optional but Helpful

FieldWhy It Helps
Current supplier / product in useHelps us understand your benchmark
Packaging preference190 kg drum or 830 kg IBC
Required documentsCOA, SDS, TDS, sample — we send what you need
Payment preferenceT/T or L/C
Delivery urgencyHelps us confirm if current lead time works

Standard Commercial Terms

Reference terms for IBIB orders

IBIB Pricing

  • Trial order (3–17 MT): $1.85/kg FOB
  • Regular order (18 MT+): $1.80/kg FOB
  • Sample: contact us for arrangement

Shipping & Payment

  • FOB port: Shanghai / Chinese main ports
  • CIF: available on request
  • Lead time: 7–10 working days
  • Packaging: 190 kg drum / 830 kg IBC
  • Payment: T/T · L/C

Common Questions

How quickly will I get a response?

Within 24 business hours. If your inquiry includes specific product, quantity, and destination, we aim to respond with quotation or COA in the first reply.

Can I order less than 3 MT?

For smaller quantities or samples, contact us directly. We evaluate sample requests based on application and buyer profile.

Do you ship CIF?

Yes. We provide CIF quotations with freight cost breakdown on request.

What happens after I pay?

We confirm order, schedule production, run QC, generate batch COA, prepare DG export documentation, arrange container loading, and issue bill of lading. You receive tracking information throughout.

Ready to Start?

Submit your inquiry with product, quantity, and destination. We respond within 24 hours.

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