ASR PRE SHIPMENT INSPECTION AGENCY is now re-accredited by India’s DGFT as an authorised Pre-Shipment Inspection Agency for PSIC on scrap imports to India.
Our surveyors can issue PSIC confirming compliance with DGFT rules, helping clients avoid customs delays and documentation issues at Indian ports. For scrap yards, traders and importers shipping to India, we can inspect and certify cargo at origin across the UK, Europe and other key loading regions. Contact us to schedule PSIC or to discuss upcoming shipments.
The Indian government’s Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) is the body in charge of developing and implementing India’s foreign trade policy.
The DGFT requires pre-shipment inspections for some exports, such as scrap metal, to ensure that they conform to international standards and Indian regulations.
Complete guide to the DGFT here.
Why Pre-Shipment Inspections Are Required by DGFT:
Quality Assurance: To confirm that exported materials meet specified quality standards.
Safety Compliance: To guarantee that exports, particularly scrap metal, are free of impurities and dangerous items.
Trade Regulation: To stop the export of goods that have been prohibited or restricted.
Protection of the Environment: Adherence to global environmental standards.
Documentation: To provide necessary certification for customs clearance in importing countries.
ASR PRE SHIPMENT INSPECTION AGENCY provides complete inspection services as a Pre-Shipment Inspection Agency fully authorised and licensed by the Government of India’s DGFT.
Services Offered:
Material Verification: We carry out thorough inspections of the ferrous and non-ferrous metal composition of scrap metal.
Inspections for Quality Control: Our inspectors evaluate the scrap metal’s quality, looking for contaminants, ensuring that it is sorted correctly, and making sure that the grade requirements are met.
Container Inspection: To guarantee the safe shipping of scrap metal, we carefully inspect containers for structural integrity, cleanliness, and appropriate sealing.
Loading Supervision: Our staff keeps an eye on the loading procedure to make sure that goods are handled and stowed correctly and to make sure that cargo handling inspections are followed.
Regulatory Compliance Check: We make sure that every export complies with international standards and DGFT laws. This includes testing for ISO and MARPOL compliance.
Documentation: We offer a thorough report that includes photographs of the containers and the scrap metal.
PSIC (Pre-shipment Inspection Certificate): Upon successful inspection, we issue a Pre-Shipment Inspection Certificate (PSIC) as required by DGFT.
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Importance of DGFT Compliance
DGFT compliance is essential for exporting certain goods like scrap metal from India. Getting a Pre-Shipment Inspection Certificate (PSIC) isn’t just following the rules — it makes the export process smoother. It helps avoid delays at customs and keeps shipments moving. By sticking to DGFT standards, businesses avoid potential fines and cargo rejections, both at home and abroad.
Complete guide to the DGFT here.
How ASR PRE SHIPMENT INSPECTION AGENCY Can Help with DGFT Inspections
ASR PRE SHIPMENT INSPECTION AGENCY provides expert inspection services approved by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), ensuring your exports meet all regulatory requirements. With extensive experience in pre-shipment inspections, we carry out quality control, container inspections, loading supervision, and compliance checks tailored to a wide range of export goods, such as scrap metal and machinery.
Our inspections ensure that your shipments align with both DGFT standards and international regulations, enabling smooth customs clearance and adherence to environmental and safety protocols.
By choosing ASR PRE SHIPMENT INSPECTION AGENCY to handle your DGFT-compliant inspections, you can be guaranteed that your exports satisfy all legal criteria, allowing for seamless international trade operations while upholding strict quality and safety standards.
Complete guide to the DGFT here.
Frequently Asked Questions: DGFT
- What is the DGFT?
- Why is the DGFT important for international trade?
- What services does the DGFT provide?
- How does the DGFT support exporters?
- How can I register with the DGFT?
- I need a PSIC for the DGFT, can you help?
- I need a PSIC for scrap imports to India, can you help?