Tianjin for the First Time Finds Short-Weight in Zinc Concentrate Imported from Africa

Published: Jun 1, 2017 11:00
Tianjin Entry-Exit Inspection & Quarantine Bureau discovered short-weight in zinc concentrate imports from Africa for the first time recently, cnmn.com reported.

SHANGHAI, Jun. 1 (SMM) - Tianjin Entry-Exit Inspection & Quarantine Bureau discovered short-weight in zinc concentrate imports from Africa for the first time recently, cnmn.com reported.

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The shipload of zinc concentrate imported from Eritrea weighed 10877.952 tonnes under bill of lading, which was discovered a short-weight of 208.952 tonnes in wet stage, or 19.21‰, compared to the 5‰ international level of claim for compensation. The short-weight is worth $36,000.

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