Brown Fused Alumina Exported to Korea for Industrial Sandblasting

Client Profile

Company Name: [Confidential Korean Company]
Industry: Industrial Coatings & Surface Preparation
Location: Incheon, South Korea
Procurement Goal: Find a stable supplier of high-hardness abrasive material for steel structure surface cleaning.

Background & Requirements

In early 2024, the client—one of South Korea’s mid-sized industrial service providers—was awarded a government infrastructure project involving large-scale sandblasting of steel bridge sections. They urgently needed a reliable source of Brown Fused Alumina (BFA) with the following criteria:

• Grit sizes: F24, F36, F46 (FEPA standard)

• Bulk packaging: 1-ton jumbo bags

• Purity: Al₂O₃ ≥ 95%

• Free of magnetic particles

• Fast delivery (within 2 weeks)

• Export-ready documentation: CO, MSDS, SGS inspection report

Our Solution

After an initial email exchange, we conducted a technical consultation via Zoom, where we reviewed the client’s blasting equipment, target surface roughness, and local environmental requirements.

We proposed our premium-grade Brown Fused Alumina F24–F46, featuring:

• High bulk density and low dust content, ideal for open blasting

• Controlled TiO₂ content to enhance hardness

• Anti-rust packaging with UV-resistant liners for long-term outdoor storage

• Compliance with Korean Industrial Standards (KS)

We also provided a 5kg free sample for performance testing in their Incheon facility.

Purchase Process & Logistics

• Testing Period: 7 days (client reported improved cleaning rate and less grit consumption)

• First Order: 40 tons, shipped via FOB Qingdao, packed in 1-ton jumbo bags

• Shipping Time: 10 calendar days

• Payment Terms: 30% T/T in advance, 70% against B/L copy

All export documentation, including the Certificate of Origin (FTA-compliant) and SGS test report, was prepared and delivered within 24 hours of request.

Results

✔ The client reduced abrasive consumption by 15% per m² compared to their previous supplier.
✔ Grit quality was consistent with no clogging issues reported.
✔ Client renewed a quarterly supply contract of 120 tons per shipment, with forecasted annual usage exceeding 500 tons.
✔ They referred us to two other subcontractors in Busan and Ulsan.

Customer Feedback

“We’ve worked with various Chinese suppliers in the past, but your team's responsiveness, sample quality, and packaging were outstanding. The material helped us increase blasting efficiency and stay ahead of schedule.”

— Procurement Manager, Korean Surface Engineering Company

Key Takeaways

• Customized grain size recommendation and fast sample testing help shorten the decision cycle.

• Understanding local project needs and packaging regulations is critical for South Korean clients.

• Trust-building through technical transparency and document readiness secures long-term partnerships.