Pharmet International
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Pharmet International is a globally active indenting and trading company headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan, specializing in ferrous and non ferrous metals, stainless steel, polymers, and scrap.
Founded in 2007 by the late Mr. S.M.A. Sabri, Pharmet International carries forward more than four decades of accumulated industry presence. Mr. Sabri's 35+ years with Sumitomo Corporation (Japan) shaped the company's discipline, technical knowledge, and global trading relationships.
Today, under the leadership of Syed Shoaib Ali Sabri, Pharmet bridges international suppliers with Pakistan's key industrial sectors including automotive, cables, battery manufacturing, construction, packaging, and general manufacturing.
Mr. S.M.A. Sabri dedicated over 35 years to Sumitomo Corporation's Karachi Head Office, serving in senior positions and developing deep expertise in global metals trading. His integrity and industry relationships formed the foundation of Pharmet International.
Holding an MBA in Marketing, Syed Shoaib Ali Sabri has led the company from inception, expanding supplier networks, diversifying the product portfolio, and building exclusive agency relationships across Korea, South America, the Middle East, and Asia.
To become a leading global trading partner in metals and raw materials by delivering trusted access, dependable service, and lasting value.
To bridge international suppliers with Pakistan's industrial heartbeat through consistent quality, competitive pricing, dependable service, and integrity.
Integrity, reliability, technical understanding, long term partnership, efficient procurement, and responsive customer service.
Mr. S.M.A. Sabri joins Sumitomo Corporation (Japan) in Karachi as Head of Ferrous and Non Ferrous Metals Department.
Exclusive agent for Pasminco (Zinc) in Pakistan, establishing a strong foothold in zinc supply.
Exclusive South American agent for Zinc Calots/Slugs, a relationship spanning three decades.
Pharmet International formally established in Karachi; first official shipments dispatched to leading Pakistani industries.
Pakistan's first importer of lead battery scrap, opening a new supply channel for battery manufacturers.
Exclusive Korean agent for Copper Clad Steel Wire through Smatron/Kistron/Kiswire, serving Pakistan's telecom and electrical material sectors.
Exclusive agency rights for aluminium ingots from Al Ghurair Group, U.A.E., plus stainless steel pipes and tubes from China, Taiwan, and Korea.
Exclusive rights for copper cathodes from Switzerland and antimony ingots from India.
Participation in major international metals events including Lead Conference Malaysia 2017, MEE Dubai 2022, and the 21st ABC Lead Conference Malaysia 2025.
2,000+ completed shipments, 80+ active clients, and expanded raw material representation for automotive battery and industrial segments.