How Mineral Trade Works
We offer flexible procurement models tailored to international industrial buyers and smelters. Choose between turnkey managed sourcing or direct mine engagement.
Model A: Managed Sourcing
Ideal for international smelters and buyers seeking a hands-off, risk-free procurement experience. We handle lab testing, inland transport, and vessel loading.
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RFQ Submission
Submit your chemical grade and quantity specs (e.g., "1,000 MT of 25% Copper Concentrate").
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Mine Inspection & Lab Sampling
Our field team selects verified mines in Balochistan/KPK, collects samples, and verifies PCSIR/SGS lab assays.
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Port Delivery & Vessel Loading
We handle inland trucking to Karachi Port, customs clearance, and FOB vessel loading to your destination port.
Model B: Direct Mine Linking
For buyers who prefer to negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts directly with verified mine lease holders.
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Browse Live Marketplace
Explore verified mineral lots with listed chemical purities, origin locations, and price targets.
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Verified Introduction
Request an introduction. We provide the seller's Didit KYC verification report and extraction permits.
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Direct Contract & Optional Logistics
Execute direct buyer-seller contracts. You can optionally hire Bahri Trading for port haulage.
Trade Process FAQ
What is the difference between Managed Sourcing and Direct Linking?
In Managed Sourcing (Model A), Bahri Trading Corp handles mine selection, lab testing, price negotiation, and full export shipping to your port. In Direct Linking (Model B), we introduce you directly to verified mine owners to negotiate your own contracts.
Which shipping terms (Incoterms) are supported?
We support FOB Karachi, FOB Gwadar, CIF Shanghai, CIF Ningbo, CIF Qingdao, and CFR major global destination ports.
How are mineral samples tested before vessel departure?
Third-party inspection agencies (SGS or Intertek) sample material at port loading or mine site, issuing certified assay reports prior to Letter of Credit (LC) payment releases.