Containerized shipments with documented inspection, moisture verification, and export documentation.
Structured for initial container orders and long-term supply programs, backed by established production planning and export coordination.
Moisture readings recorded prior to container sealing
Grade and dimensions verified against contracted specification
Photo documentation captured during loading
Shipment documentation issued prior to departure
Initial orders structured as single-container shipments with defined specifications, inspection verification, and full documentation prior to departure.
Production dependent on mill allocation and species availability.
Trial Shipment Structure
Sourced from qualified East African sawmill partners with export-capable equipment and verified production processes.
Every container ships with pre-shipment photos, moisture verification logs, load plans, and a complete ZNQA™ sign-off packet. Documentation structured to provide full shipment visibility and post-delivery reference.
Lacey Act declarations, KEPHIS phytosanitary certificates, and ISPM-15 compliant packaging on every container.
Dedicated 40' HC containers palletized for forklift access. Consistent volume, consistent specs, predictable delivery.
Vetted sawmill partners. Species verification at origin.
KD to target moisture specifications. Multi-point verification.
Grade, dimension, and moisture checked with photo documentation.
Optimized load plans, ISPM-15 pallets, and desiccant placement.
Port clearance and full export documentation package.
Import-ready containers routed to buyer-designated destination.
Freight note: Inland transportation and transload are typically arranged by the buyer or their freight partners. Upon request, ZGS can coordinate drayage and transload through its warehouse network.
Inspection applied at production, pre-loading, and container sealing stages to verify moisture, grading, and export preparation. Conducted separately from mill-side grading.
Documentation issued prior to vessel departure and included with shipment records.
Multi-Layer Verification
Every ZGS shipment is confirmed through multiple verification checkpoints prior to export.
Every Container Ships With:
ZGS Handles
Buyers Typically Arrange
ZGS shipments are delivered import-ready and transload-prepared. Inland freight is typically coordinated by the buyer through their preferred freight partners. Upon request, ZGS can coordinate inland drayage and transload through its network of warehouses.
| Container Type | 40' High-Cube |
| Volume | 10–13 MBF (species dependent) |
| Moisture Status | Kiln-dried & moisture verified |
| Packaging | Palletized export bundles, strapped |
| QA Protocol | ZNQA™ verification included |
| Trial Lead Time | 8–12 weeks from deposit to port arrival |
| Ongoing Lead Time | Per contracted delivery schedule |
| Min. Order | 1 × 40' HC container |
First-time buyers typically begin with a single trial container. Download the Trial Container Program overview →
U.S.-based commercial principal. East Africa-sourced. Built around documented inspection, qualified supplier networks, and a defined export process for serious North American buyers.
Zed Global Solutions serves North American importers, distributors, and manufacturers sourcing appearance-grade hardwood from East Africa. ZGS supplies containerized hardwood programs: Teak, Mvule, and Mahogany, with documented inspection, export documentation, and a complete shipment verification packet on every container.
Programs are structured around 40' high-cube containers, ZNQA inspection protocol, and full documentation from origin to U.S. port. Buyers typically arrange inland freight from Savannah or Norfolk. Upon request, ZGS can coordinate inland drayage and transload through its network of warehouses.
ZGS operates as the commercial principal, managing supplier qualification, inspection oversight, and buyer programs, with in-country operational representation in Kenya for production coordination and export logistics.
Buyer Assurance
ZNQA is not a marketing claim. It is a structured inspection protocol with defined rejection thresholds, mandatory photo evidence, and documented verification at every stage, independent of mill-side grading. How it works:
Species verification, supplier credentials, and grading standards confirmed before any purchase order is issued.
Dimensional verification, visual grading, and moisture content testing at the sawmill. Photo checklist completed and filed under unique ZNQA reference number.
Supplier signs Pre-Shipment Sign-Off form confirming all specs are met. This document travels with the container.
Load plan executed per ZGS-SOP-003. Wall air gaps maintained. Desiccant bags placed per protocol. ISPM-15 pallets verified.
Final moisture readings taken after loading and recorded. Container sealed only when MC readings are within spec.
Complete document packet transmitted to buyer before or upon container arrival. Claims protocol activated within 14 days of receipt if needed.
Zed Global Solutions is a U.S.-based hardwood procurement and export program connecting East African sawmill networks with North American importers, distributors, and manufacturers. ZGS operates as the commercial principal, managing supplier qualification, inspection oversight, and buyer programs. Operational representation is maintained in Kenya for in-country sourcing oversight, production coordination, and Mombasa port operations.
The program is structured around container economics, documentation requirements, and the delivery expectations of procurement teams. Verified specs, complete paperwork, and a defined process at every step. ZGS maintains direct communication with both buyers and origin operations throughout production and export.
View Program Documents →ZNQA inspection framework, supplier qualification protocols, and export documentation standards developed before program launch.
Master Services Agreement, Operations & Services Agreement, Supplier Agreements, and full Lacey Act compliance framework established.
Operational representation established in Kenya for in-country sourcing oversight, production coordination, and Mombasa port operations.
Tiered East African sawmill network qualified. Primary partners operating modern Wood-Mizer equipment, qualified for U.S.-bound container programs.
40' high-cube container program operating for appearance-grade tropical hardwoods to U.S. importers and distributors.
The ZGS 40' high-cube container program is structured around maximum board foot yield and moisture protection in transit. Every element, from forklift runner placement to desiccant positioning, follows a written standard operating procedure. Each container is verified under the ZNQA inspection protocol prior to sealing, with compliance confirmed against shipment specifications.
Buyers receive a container load diagram with every shipment showing pallet layout, unit count, and configuration. Supporting inspection records are included in the buyer documentation packet. ZGS maintains direct communication throughout the production and export process.
Containers arrive import-ready at Savannah, GA or Norfolk, VA. Buyers typically arrange inland transportation and transload through their preferred freight partners. Upon request, ZGS can coordinate inland drayage and transload through its network of warehouses.
Trial Container Program
Download Program Overview (PDF) →Not every question fits an inquiry form. To discuss the sourcing model, species availability, lead times, or program structure before engaging, reach out directly. Substantive inquiries are reviewed by the program team.
info@zedglobalsolutions.comGeneral inquiries, program questions, or anything outside the inquiry form.
Sourcing & Supply Chain
Questions about species availability, East African supply routes, or mill qualification.
Export & Compliance
Lacey Act documentation, ISPM-15, phytosanitary requirements, or Mombasa port clearance.
Logistics & Program Structure
Container program pricing, lead times, destination ports, or how the deposit model works.
Kiln-dried, moisture verified, and documented to specification. Species selected for proven performance in furniture, marine, flooring, and millwork applications. Supplied through a qualified East African sawmill network.
| Common Name | Teak |
| Janka Hardness | ~1,155 lbf |
| Color | Golden to dark brown |
| Grain | Straight, coarse texture |
| Natural Oil | High, excellent stability |
| Target MC | 6–9% KD (moisture verified) |
| Primary Thickness | 4/4, 6/4, 8/4 |
| Primary Lengths | 6' – 12' typical |
Produced per order and verified prior to shipment. Final specifications confirmed per purchase agreement and production allocation.
| Common Name | African Teak / Iroko |
| Janka Hardness | ~1,260 lbf |
| Color | Yellow-brown to medium brown |
| Grain | Interlocked, coarse texture |
| Target MC | ≤12% (kiln-dried) |
| Primary Thickness | 4/4, 6/4, 8/4 |
| Typical Widths | 4" – 12" (random) |
| Primary Lengths | 6' – 16' (random) |
Produced per order and verified prior to shipment. Final specifications confirmed per purchase agreement and production allocation.
| Common Name | African Mahogany |
| Janka Hardness | ~1,070 lbf |
| Color | Pale pink to deep reddish-brown |
| Grain | Interlocked, medium to coarse texture |
| Target MC | ≤12% (kiln-dried) |
| Primary Thickness | 4/4, 6/4, 8/4 |
| Typical Widths | 4″ – 12″ (random) |
| Primary Lengths | 6′ – 16′ (random) |
Produced per order and verified prior to shipment. Final specifications confirmed per purchase agreement and production allocation.
Common Applications
Furniture manufacturing, millwork, joinery, flooring, decking, marine construction, and specialty hardwood components.
Species Flexibility
Additional hardwood species may be sourced through the ZGS supplier network depending on availability and order specifications. Production runs may be expanded per buyer requirements.
All quality parameters are verified under the ZNQA inspection protocol prior to export. Final specifications confirmed per purchase agreement and production allocation.
| Parameter | Specification | Rejection Threshold | Verification Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture Content | ≤12% KD — moisture verified | >15% — Rejected | Digital MC meter, multi-point |
| Species Identity | As contracted | Misidentification — Rejected | Visual + KFS documentation |
| Thickness (4/4) | 25.4mm target | <23mm or >28mm — Rejected | Calipers, 5-unit sample per bundle |
| Warp / Bow | ≤3mm per linear meter | >5mm — Rejected | Straight edge, visual inspection |
| Shake / Checks | None through-and-through | Through shake present — Rejected | Visual inspection per piece |
| Insect/Pest Evidence | None | Any evidence — Rejected lot | Visual + KEPHIS pre-clearance |
| Surface Quality | S2S when contracted | Non-conforming — Rejected | Visual grade per NHLA reference |
| ISPM-15 Compliance | All wood packaging | Non-marked pallets — Rejected | Mark verification at loading |
Every container ships with a full ZNQA documentation packet: photo verification checklist, moisture content log, grade and dimension report, pre-shipment sign-off, container load plan, Lacey Act declaration, phytosanitary certificate, commercial invoice, and inspection verification record.
Yes. ZGS shipments are delivered import-ready at the destination port. Inland freight, drayage, and transload coordination are typically arranged by the buyer through their preferred carriers and freight partners. Upon request, ZGS can coordinate inland drayage and transload through its network of warehouses.
Mixed-species containers may be accommodated depending on order specifications and minimum volume per species. Contact ZGS to discuss requirements. Feasibility and lead time confirmed on inquiry.
The minimum order is one 40' high-cube container. First-time buyers are encouraged to start with a trial container. Trial container timing is typically 8–12 weeks from deposit to port arrival, depending on species, production queue, and vessel schedule. Ongoing container program orders run on contracted delivery schedules, with pricing and delivery windows established under agreement prior to each program period. View the Trial Container Program →
Responsibility Structure
ZGS manages supplier coordination, inspection oversight, export documentation, container loading, and Mombasa port operations. The buyer manages inland freight from the U.S. port of arrival, import clearance, and final delivery coordination. Upon request, ZGS can coordinate inland drayage and transload through its network of warehouses.
Pricing is established under contract, typically structured on a quarterly basis, with defined volumes and specifications. ZGS does not offer spot pricing. Buyers enter a program with confirmed volumes, species, grade, and delivery schedule. Pricing is set against that agreement.
Submit an inquiry to begin the program qualification process.
Reach out directly at info@zedglobalsolutions.com with any inquiry about species, program structure, or logistics. Commercial inquiries reviewed directly by the program team.
Everything your procurement team needs to evaluate the ZGS program before submitting an inquiry.
Submit species, volume, destination port, and timeline. ZGS will respond with a complete program proposal.
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Whether evaluating a trial container or establishing a recurring supply program, submit your requirements here. Commercial inquiries are reviewed directly by the program team.
Submit your requirements and the program team will respond with availability, lead time, and pricing. Direct commercial coordination through ZGS.
General inquiries, program questions, or anything outside the inquiry form.
What to include in your inquiry
Production-Committed Model
Purchase agreement and deposit are secured before timber is purchased. Production run is fully allocated prior to mill engagement. No speculative mill stock.
Program Pricing
Pricing established under contract, typically structured on a quarterly basis, with defined volumes and specifications. Spot pricing is not offered.
New buyers may review the Trial Container Program overview before submitting an inquiry.
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