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Ferroalloys inspection ensures quality control at different stages of the logistics chain, minimizing trade risks associated with specification deviations, discrepancies in quantity, or incomplete documentation for export and import operations.

CISS GROUP provides ferroalloys inspection services for major metallurgical holdings, processing plants, ferroalloy suppliers, and international metal trading companies. These services cover procurement, storage, loading, and unloading at intermediate warehouses and global ports.

Ferroalloys inspection includes a qualified assessment of packaging, labeling, storage, and transportation to ensure compliance with regulatory documents. A visual quality check is also conducted to detect surface oxidation, mold coatings, and slag welding residues.

Accredited inspectors and laboratory technicians from CISS GROUP conduct inspections at every stage of the supply chain.

The main stages of ferroalloys inspection:

Incoming and outgoing ferroalloys inspection

This stage includes procurement, delivery to warehouses or ports, and removal from metallurgical enterprises. CISS GROUP inspectors assess storage conditions, verify labeling and markings, ensure cargo compliance with documentation, check weight, and conduct sampling with express chemical composition analysis.

Container and vessel hold cleanliness inspection

A visual inspection ensures the cleanliness and suitability of containers and vessel holds for ferroalloys transportation. Inspectors examine internal surfaces, assess the integrity of locks, hinges, and fasteners, and check rubber seals on container doors and hold covers.

Loading process monitoring and sampling

During loading, inspectors oversee operations, confirm gross and net weight, and conduct weight checks using the draft survey method. They monitor the fumigation process, visually assess cargo quality, and collect samples according to international sampling standards. At the end of loading, inspectors seal containers or holds and document findings in real-time reports. CISS GROUP provides 24/7 inspection and sampling services.

Laboratory analysis of ferroalloys quality

Quality testing is conducted exclusively in accredited laboratories following international contractual standards. Selection, preparation, and chemical analysis of samples adhere to current standards for determining ferroalloy quality.

Ferroalloy quality is assessed by:

• Determining the leading element content and variation limits
• Measuring impurity concentrations (nitrogen, carbon, phosphorus, sulfur, etc.)
• Assessing density, surface condition, and melting point
• Detecting oxygen, hydrogen, and non-metallic inclusions
• Analyzing chemical composition and primary component concentration
• Identifying non-ferrous metal impurities (Cu, Pb, Zn, Sn, Sb, As, Bi, Cd)
• Evaluating particle size distribution

Photo and video reporting

Each inspection stage is documented through photographs and videos, timestamped for accuracy. Upon completion, CISS GROUP provides a detailed photo report covering all inspection and control stages.

Certification

Following the inspection, final certificates or reports are issued. Clients can verify document authenticity via a unique QR code, granting access to digital certificates on the CISS GROUP website. Digital cryptographic signatures ensure security and reliability.

Digitally signed certificates are often required by banks for trade financing verification, particularly in letter-of-credit transactions.

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