How to onboard a chemical supplier as a vendor (India)
What procurement and QA teams usually ask for - GST, documents, samples, and audits - when adding Lubechem or any chemical supplier.
Onboarding a chemical supplier is mostly about tax identity, quality evidence, and logistics fit. Use this checklist whether you buy from Lubechem or evaluate alternatives.
Commercial & tax
- GSTIN and legal name matching invoices
- Cancelled cheque / bank details for payments
- MSME / Udyam certificate if applicable
- Credit terms vs advance / COD policy
Quality & compliance
- Sample with batch COA and SDS
- ISO or other quality certificates (request current copies)
- Vendor questionnaire / site questionnaire for regulated buyers
- Agreement on grade, packing, and labelling standards
Logistics
- Hazmat capability and pin-code coverage
- Lead times and emergency contact
- Return policy for damaged / wrong shipments
Start with our Document Center, Quality Assurance page, and a bulk RFQ. For buyer tips see how to choose a chemical supplier.
Frequently asked questions
Can Lubechem fill a vendor questionnaire?
Yes - email your questionnaire to our team via the contact page and we will complete it for procurement / QA review.
Do you provide GST invoices for vendor registration trials?
Yes. Trial and sample orders still receive GST invoices with HSN when you provide a GSTIN at checkout.
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