<h2>Why Korean Steel for East Africa?</h2><p>South Korean mills � POSCO, Hyundai Steel, and Dongkuk Steel � have built a strong reputation in East African construction markets for consistent quality, reliable mechanical properties, and comprehensive mill certification packages. Korean steel typically carries a USD 20�50/MT premium over Chinese equivalents, justified by certification quality and consistency for government infrastructure tenders and internationally financed projects.</p><h2>Key Korean Steel Products</h2><p><strong>Rebar:</strong> Grades SD400 and SD500 equivalent, 6mm through 40mm. Frequently specified for World Bank, AfDB, and Chinese EPC-financed projects in Tanzania and Kenya. <strong>Wire Rod:</strong> SAE 1006, 1008, 1010 grades. Preferred by local wire drawing factories for consistent performance. <strong>HRC and CRC:</strong> For manufacturing applications including roofing sheets, drums, and industrial components.</p><h2>Minimum Order Quantities</h2><p>Korean mill direct orders require a minimum of 2,000�5,000MT per vessel. Tetra consolidates orders from multiple buyers into single vessel calls, allowing access to Korean mill product from as low as 200�500MT per buyer.</p><h2>Documentation Package</h2><ul><li>Mill Test Certificate (MTC) � heat number traceable</li><li>Commercial Invoice and Packing List</li><li>Bill of Lading (Clean On Board)</li><li>Certificate of Origin</li><li>Pre-shipment Inspection Report (SGS/BV/Intertek)</li></ul><h2>Transit Times</h2><ul><li>Dar es Salaam: 20�28 days from Busan/Gwangyang</li><li>Mombasa: 22�30 days</li></ul><p>Contact Tetra's trade team at <a href="mailto:enquiries@tetracommodity.com">enquiries@tetracommodity.com</a> for a competitive CIF quotation.</p>