The End of "Export without VAT": Will Your Procurement Strategy Survive October 1st?
2025-10-01
Effective October 1st, China will fully implement new export compliance policies, completely ending the "Export without VAT (Non-Compliant VAT Export)" model. This change will significantly impact the supply chain stability and procurement risks of global buyers. Are you aware of the core changes in ...
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Practical AI Applications for the Steel Supply Chain
2025-09-23
The rapid advancement of AI is ushering in disruptive new trends for traditional industries. Last weekend, SMLSCO AI Research Institute participated in a seminar on AI application scenarios, discussing AI's practical implementation in enterprises with pioneers across various sectors. AI visual ...
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What Is 904L Stainless Steel? Properties, Applications & SMLSCO Stock
2025-09-02
904L stainless steel is a high-grade austenitic stainless steel containing elevated proportions of chromium (23%-28%), nickel (19%-23%), molybdenum (4%-5%), and copper (1%-2%). This composition enables it to perform exceptionally well in corrosive environments where standard stainless steels (such ...
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How Long Can Stainless Steel Pipe Fittings Be Used?
2025-08-19
Stainless steel is widely used in construction and industrial piping systems due to its excellent durability. Among them, stainless steel pipe fittings have an irreplaceable position in the industrial field. Its most prominent advantage is corrosion resistance. During the use of stainless steel pipe ...
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China's Final Crackdown on Illegal Steel Exports: A New Era of Supply Chain Risk
2025-08-04
If you're purchasing steel from China, you've recently felt the tension and uncertainty in the market. The rumor that China's customs and tax authorities are cracking down on " export without VAT" ("pay-for-export") has gone from rumor to reality. The recent "Announcement No. 17" jointly issued by ...
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