Key takeaways
- Buy from an authorised dealer with a verifiable paper trail.
- Insist on GST invoice for every order.
- Check freshness on site before offloading.
- Confirm delivery window in writing (WhatsApp counts).
The eight-point checklist
- Authorised dealer for the brand? — ask for the dealership letter.
- Correct grade/spec? — cement grade, TMT diameter, brick class.
- Freshness? — cement date, TMT rust check, brick sample.
- Sealed / mill-tagged packaging?
- GST invoice + delivery challan?
- Freight quoted separately, not hidden in the rate?
- Delivery slot confirmed in writing?
- Return / short-supply policy clear?
Site-day common failures
- Truck arrives without paperwork.
- Bag date is beyond 90 days — offload refused mid-way.
- TMT bundles missing mill tag — no traceability.
- Rate on invoice differs from quote — freight hidden in the material rate.
Frequently asked questions
Is GST invoice really necessary for a small order?
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Yes — even for a 10-bag purchase. It's your proof of authenticity and gives you legal footing if something goes wrong. A real dealer will always issue it.
Can I inspect material before offloading?
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Absolutely. A good dealer welcomes on-site inspection and will take back any bag/bundle whose spec is wrong.
What paperwork should the driver carry?
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GST tax invoice, delivery challan, and (for TMT) the mill test certificate on request.
Written by
Harsh Traders — Editorial Desk
Written by the shop-floor team at Harsh Traders (Mandi Binaganj, Guna, MP) — authorised Bangur Cement and SEL Tiger 550D TMT dealer. Reviewed against day-to-day contractor and homeowner experience across the Chachaura tehsil.
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