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Questions to work through before an order moves to shipment.

What belongs in a material specification?

Agree the grade, acceptable contaminants, moisture limits, packaging and inspection method. Record how the parties will handle any difference between contracted and delivered quality.

What should we confirm about delivery terms?

Record the agreed Incoterm and named place. Use them to establish who arranges transport and where delivery and risk transfer take place.

What should a shipment checklist cover?

Confirm the order reference, quantity, destination, document requirements and the person responsible for sending each document.

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