Read the specification, not just the grade.

Separate identity from acceptance

A grade name identifies a class of material. The purchase specification records the required limits and tests. Request the current document before treating a catalogue entry as a binding offer.

Keep the version

Attach the agreed specification to the commercial discussion. If a parameter changes, record the revision and ask for confirmation instead of relying on an earlier message.

Connect it to the cargo

The offered specification and a batch analysis serve different purposes. Ask for the batch reference and check it against the shipment documents.

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