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Destination ports named in Animal Feed Grains requests on Freshdi include Chitagong (Bd (CGG/CGP/CHG)) and Not specified, as of November 2026. The origins Animal Feed Grains requests on Freshdi name most are United States (6%) and India (5%).

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  • Animal Feed Grains buyer requests2,966
  • Animal Feed Grains buyers & importers2,833
  • Verified buyers66
  • Latest buying requestNov 12, 2026

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How recently have Animal Feed Grains importers posted requests?

  • 42 Animal Feed Grains buying requests posted in the last 30 days
  • 5 requests tagged Hot Buyer

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  • The Animal Feed Grains quantity asked, the destination port and the trade and payment terms

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Based on Animal Feed Grains buying requests posted on Freshdi, as of Nov 13, 2026.

Quantity

150 Tons

Payment Term

L/C

Trade Term

CFR

Destination Port

Chitagong, Bangladesh, Bd (CGG/CGP/CHG)

We are currently looking for high-quality Premium Wheat Bran for Poultry, Cattle & Horse Feed and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 150 Tons Destination port: Chitagong, Bangladesh, Bd (CGG/CGP/CHG) Trade term: CFR Payment term: L/C Target price: USD 200 Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.

150 Tons
L/C
CFR
Chitagong, Bangladesh, Bd (CGG/CGP/CHG)

We are currently looking for high-quality Premium Wheat Bran for Poultry, Cattle & Horse Feed and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 150 Tons Destination port: Chitagong, Bangladesh, Bd (CGG/CGP/CHG) Trade term: CFR Payment term: L/C Target price: USD 200 Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.

md

4.7

Verification level 3

Buyer from

Bangladesh – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardBangladesh

md

4.7

Verification level 3

Buyer from

Bangladesh – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardBangladesh

Business document

Quantity

400 Tons

Trade Term

FOB

Destination Port

Nhava Sheva / Mumbai, India, In (NSA)

We are currently looking for high-quality Wheat Bran For Animal Nutrition Wheat Bran Bulk Supply With Balanced Fiber And Protein For Efficient Feed Production suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 400 Tons Destination port: Nhava Sheva / Mumbai, India, In (NSA) Trade term: FOB Ship to: India Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference. Monthly supply with minimum 13% of protein content.

400 Tons
FOB
Nhava Sheva / Mumbai, India, In (NSA)

We are currently looking for high-quality Wheat Bran For Animal Nutrition Wheat Bran Bulk Supply With Balanced Fiber And Protein For Efficient Feed Production suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 400 Tons Destination port: Nhava Sheva / Mumbai, India, In (NSA) Trade term: FOB Ship to: India Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference. Monthly supply with minimum 13% of protein content.

Aliasgar

4.8

Verification level 2

Buyer from

India – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardIndia

Aliasgar

4.8

Verification level 2

Buyer from

India – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardIndia

Phone

Quantity

5 Tons

Payment Term

L/C

Trade Term

CIF

Destination Port

Chitagong, Bangladesh, Bd (CGG/CGP/CHG)

We are currently looking for high-quality Premium Stock Shop GMO Grade 1 99.99% Purity Golden Yellow Freeze-Dried Fresh Corn Grains for Animal & Poultry Feed Yell suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 5 Tons Destination port: Chitagong, Bangladesh, Bd (CGG/CGP/CHG) Trade term: CIF Payment term: L/C Ship to: Bangladesh Volume: 0 Cm³ Maturity: 1 Year Shelf Life: 1 Year Gross Weight: 1000.0 Kg Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.

5 Tons
L/C
CIF
Chitagong, Bangladesh, Bd (CGG/CGP/CHG)

We are currently looking for high-quality Premium Stock Shop GMO Grade 1 99.99% Purity Golden Yellow Freeze-Dried Fresh Corn Grains for Animal & Poultry Feed Yell suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 5 Tons Destination port: Chitagong, Bangladesh, Bd (CGG/CGP/CHG) Trade term: CIF Payment term: L/C Ship to: Bangladesh Volume: 0 Cm³ Maturity: 1 Year Shelf Life: 1 Year Gross Weight: 1000.0 Kg Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.

Tanha

4.7

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Bangladesh – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardBangladesh

Tanha

4.7

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Bangladesh – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardBangladesh

Phone

Quantity

100 Tons

Payment Term

L/C

Trade Term

CIF

Destination Port

Colombo, Sri Lanka, Lk (CBO/CBM/CLM)

We are currently looking for high-quality Top Quality Non Gmo Soybean Meal for Animal Feed suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 100 Tons Destination port: Colombo, Sri Lanka, Lk (CBO/CBM/CLM) Trade term: CIF Payment term: L/C Shipping method: Sea freight Target price: USD 250 Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.

100 Tons
L/C
CIF
Colombo, Sri Lanka, Lk (CBO/CBM/CLM)

We are currently looking for high-quality Top Quality Non Gmo Soybean Meal for Animal Feed suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 100 Tons Destination port: Colombo, Sri Lanka, Lk (CBO/CBM/CLM) Trade term: CIF Payment term: L/C Shipping method: Sea freight Target price: USD 250 Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.

ohara

4.6

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Japan – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardJapan

ohara

4.6

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Japan – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardJapan

Phone

Quantity

1000 Metric Tons

Payment Term

KC

Trade Term

CFR

Destination Port

Not specified

1000 Metric Tons
KC
CFR
Not specified

The buyer is seeking offers for pre-processed, dried corn kernels that are not suitable for use as seeds, popping, or roasting. The kernels should be intended as raw material for animal feed production. Only formulations suitable for feed use are of interest.

CZARNIKOW

2.0

Verification level 1

Buyer from

Vietnam – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardVietnam

CZARNIKOW

2.0

Verification level 1

Buyer from

Vietnam – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardVietnam

Quantity

500 Metric Tons

Payment Term

LC

Trade Term

CFR

Destination Port

Not specified

500 Metric Tons
LC
CFR
Not specified

The importer requests pre-processed, dried corn kernels that are not intended for popping or roasting, and are used as a raw material in animal feed production or as fuel for animal feed manufacturing. Products should comply with QCVN 01-190:2020/BNNPTNT as amended by 01-190:2021/BNNPTNT and TT 21/2019/TT-BNNPTNT, and must be 100% new. Suppliers are invited to quote on all matching corn kernels meeting these processing and regulatory standards.

HUNG

2.0

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Vietnam – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardVietnam

HUNG

2.0

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Vietnam – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardVietnam

Unverified

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Payment Term

Not specified

Trade Term

CFR

Destination Port

SUB PORT OF GENERAL SANTOS SEA

Not specified
CFR
SUB PORT OF GENERAL SANTOS SEA

The importer is seeking offers for feed wheat. Both general feed wheat and Australian origin feed wheat are purchased. Suppliers who can provide different origins or qualities suitable for animal feed are encouraged to quote.

P.G.

1.9

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Philippines – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardPhilippines

P.G.

1.9

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Philippines – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardPhilippines

Unverified

Quantity

100 Metric Tons

Payment Term

TTR

Trade Term

CFR

Destination Port

KC

100 Metric Tons
TTR
CFR
KC

The importer is seeking offers for cashew shells intended for use as animal feed. The product is required to be 100% new and packaged in jumbo bags, with each bag weighing approximately 632 to 636 kgs. Suppliers should provide available options for packaging and ensure the product is suitable for animal feed applications.

O2M

1.9

Verification level 0

Buyer from

South Korea – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardSouth Korea

O2M

1.9

Verification level 0

Buyer from

South Korea – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardSouth Korea

Unverified

Payment Term

Not specified

Trade Term

Not specified

Destination Port

Not specified

Not specified
Not specified
Not specified

The importer is seeking quotations for feed supplements used for poultry and fish. Products include TERMOL and PHYTOLIV-DS. Interested suppliers should provide information on available formulations and packaging options for these feed supplement products.

ABDULLAH

2.0

Verification level 1

Buyer from

Pakistan – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardPakistan

ABDULLAH

2.0

Verification level 1

Buyer from

Pakistan – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardPakistan

Quantity

490000 Kilograms

Payment Term

Not specified

Trade Term

Not specified

Destination Port

Not specified

490000 Kilograms
Not specified
Not specified
Not specified

The importer requests quotations for yellow corn (maize) suitable for use as animal feed. The maize is required in bulk, with packing specified as bulk in containers. Offers should include maize packed in bulk containers, suitable for large-scale animal feed operations.

FORTUNE

2.5

Verification level 0

Buyer from

India – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardIndia

FORTUNE

2.5

Verification level 0

Buyer from

India – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardIndia

Unverified

Quantity

900 Metric Tons

Payment Term

KC

Trade Term

CFR

Destination Port

Not specified

900 Metric Tons
KC
CFR
Not specified

The importer seeks dried, shelled corn (Zea mays) to be used as a raw material in animal feed production. Required specifications include corn that is not marinated, not used for popping, and delivered in bulk. Variants purchased include Argentine and Brazilian corn. Some consignments specify compliance with TT21/2019/TT-BNNPTNT and QCVN01: 190/2020/BNNPTNT. Goods must be 100% new and suitable for feed industry applications.

ANOVA

2.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Vietnam – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardVietnam

ANOVA

2.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Vietnam – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardVietnam

Unverified

Quantity

2601000 Kilograms

Payment Term

KC

Trade Term

CFR

Destination Port

Not specified

2601000 Kilograms
KC
CFR
Not specified

The importer requests dried, peeled or shelled corn kernels for use as raw materials in animal feed production. Product must not be marinated, roasted, or used for popping. Suppliers are encouraged to quote all available variants suitable for animal feed.

NEW

2.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Vietnam – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardVietnam

NEW

2.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Vietnam – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardVietnam

Unverified

Confirmed

Confirmed

Quantity

22 Tons

Payment Term

D/P

Trade Term

CIF

Destination Port

COTONOU SEA PORT

We are currently looking for high-quality Animal & Cattle Feed suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 22 Tons Destination port: COTONOU SEA PORT Trade term: CIF Payment term: D/P Ship to: Benin Container Capacity: 22-24 Ton Annual Production Volume: 250000 Quality Grade: 2nd Grade Season Availability: All Year Round Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference. Dear Sir or Madam, Good day to you all, we are a company registered here in Benin Republic, we deal with all kinds of Canned Foods, Frozen Foods like Wheat Flour, Beverages, Wine, Refined sunflower oil, and all human consumption good products. We will be appreciated if you can send us your CIF Prices and our port of destination is Cotonou Benin Seaport and our payment terms for every first consignment is 100% CAD- Cash Against Document OR 100% D/P by T/T Bank to Bank transfer upon shipping documents at the Bank. Upon your confirmation, we will send you our complete Company Documents with our Bank details information for your verification before proceeding. Waiting for your reply with the CIF Prices and other information related to your products. Best Regards Mr Karlos George

22 Tons
D/P
CIF
COTONOU SEA PORT

We are currently looking for high-quality Animal & Cattle Feed suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 22 Tons Destination port: COTONOU SEA PORT Trade term: CIF Payment term: D/P Ship to: Benin Container Capacity: 22-24 Ton Annual Production Volume: 250000 Quality Grade: 2nd Grade Season Availability: All Year Round Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference. Dear Sir or Madam, Good day to you all, we are a company registered here in Benin Republic, we deal with all kinds of Canned Foods, Frozen Foods like Wheat Flour, Beverages, Wine, Refined sunflower oil, and all human consumption good products. We will be appreciated if you can send us your CIF Prices and our port of destination is Cotonou Benin Seaport and our payment terms for every first consignment is 100% CAD- Cash Against Document OR 100% D/P by T/T Bank to Bank transfer upon shipping documents at the Bank. Upon your confirmation, we will send you our complete Company Documents with our Bank details information for your verification before proceeding. Waiting for your reply with the CIF Prices and other information related to your products. Best Regards Mr Karlos George

Mr

1.1

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Benin – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardBenin

Usually replies within 24h · 48% response rate

Mr

1.1

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Benin – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardBenin

Phone

With responses recently

Usually replies within 24h · 48% response rate

Payment Term

Not specified

Trade Term

CFR

Destination Port

PORT OF MCT PHIVIDEC

Not specified
CFR
PORT OF MCT PHIVIDEC

The importer requests whey suitable for use in animal feed. Variants include standard whey and whey supplied in 'KREMPUR SAC' form. Interested suppliers should provide product options suitable for feed applications.

PILMICO

1.9

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Philippines – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardPhilippines

PILMICO

1.9

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Philippines – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardPhilippines

Unverified

Quantity

1000 Metric Tons

Payment Term

DP

Trade Term

CFR

Destination Port

Not specified

1000 Metric Tons
DP
CFR
Not specified

The importer seeks suppliers of dried corn kernels suitable for animal feed production. The corn is required to be not for popping, not milled, not roasted or seasoned, and must be 100% new. Variants from both Brazilian and Argentine origins are of interest. Product should comply with local regulations including Circular 21/2019/TT-BNNPTNT, Circular 01/2022/TT-BNNPTNT, and quality standards QCVN 01-190:2020/BNNPTNT, as applicable. Offers are welcome for various bulk quantities of both Brazilian and Argentine corn.

UNI-PRESIDENT

2.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Vietnam – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardVietnam

UNI-PRESIDENT

2.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Vietnam – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardVietnam

Unverified

Quantity

2000 Metric Tons

Payment Term

LC

Trade Term

CFR

Destination Port

Not specified

2000 Metric Tons
LC
CFR
Not specified

The importer seeks quotations for yellow corn, newly processed and not used for popping or roasting, intended as raw material for animal feed production. Products must comply with Circular 21/2019/TT-BNNPTNT and Official Letter No. 38/CN-TĂCN dated January 20, 2020. Both bulk quantities in tonnage and large bags (by kilogram) are accepted. Variants purchased include goods described as corn kears and corn grain, all suitable for feed, with a focus on yellow maize.

ABC

2.0

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Vietnam – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardVietnam

ABC

2.0

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Vietnam – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardVietnam

Unverified

Quantity

140000 Kilograms

Payment Term

DA

Trade Term

CIF

Destination Port

Not specified

140000 Kilograms
DA
CIF
Not specified

The importer is seeking deproteinized whey powder for use as a raw material in animal feed production. Product variants include Proliant 1000 deproteinized whey (protein content: 2% and 3%), Mullins brand deproteinized whey, and non-branded deproteinized whey powder. Packaging required is 25kg bags. Suppliers able to offer deproteinized whey powder in these specifications and pack sizes are invited to quote.

C.P.

2.4

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Vietnam – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardVietnam

C.P.

2.4

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Vietnam – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardVietnam

Unverified

Quantity

24000 Kilogramos Netos

Payment Term

Not specified

Trade Term

FOB

Destination Port

SAN VICENTE

24000 Kilogramos Netos
Not specified
FOB
SAN VICENTE

Seeking porcine hemoglobin powder intended for use in animal feed formulations. The importer purchases hemoglobin derived from pigs, presented in powder form, specifically defined as unfit for human consumption. Products are used for animal nutrition applications. Suppliers should be able to provide variants suitable for industrial feed manufacturing.

KABSA

1.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Saudi Arabia – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardSaudi Arabia

KABSA

1.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Saudi Arabia – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardSaudi Arabia

Unverified

Quantity

2000 Metric Tons

Payment Term

TTR

Trade Term

FOB

Destination Port

Not specified

2000 Metric Tons
TTR
FOB
Not specified

The importer requests quotes for bulk corn kernels intended as raw materials for animal feed production. Suppliers should provide information on the quality and suitability of the corn kernels for feed use.

ANT

2.2

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Antigua and Barbuda – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardAntigua and Barbuda

ANT

2.2

Verification level 0

Buyer from

Antigua and Barbuda – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardAntigua and Barbuda

Unverified

Quantity

5000 MT

Payment Term

L/C

Trade Term

CIF

Destination Port

Mundra, India, In (MUN)

We are currently looking for high-quality Cotton hulls (animal feed) suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 5000 MT Destination port: Mundra, India, In (MUN) Trade term: CIF Payment term: L/C Target price: USD 180 Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.

5000 MT
L/C
CIF
Mundra, India, In (MUN)

We are currently looking for high-quality Cotton hulls (animal feed) suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 5000 MT Destination port: Mundra, India, In (MUN) Trade term: CIF Payment term: L/C Target price: USD 180 Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference.

Mr. VIJAY

4.6

Verification level 2

Buyer from

India – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardIndia

Mr. VIJAY

4.6

Verification level 2

Buyer from

India – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardIndia

Phone

Which countries are buying Animal Feed Grains?


Togo sends the most Animal Feed Grains buying requests on Freshdi, with 17 of 2,966 (1%), followed by Bangladesh (1%) and India (1%), as of November 2026. With only 3% in the three leading countries, the Animal Feed Grains buying requests come from at least 8 countries.

Countries of the buyers behind Animal Feed Grains buying requests, with their requests.
CountryBuying requestsShare
Togo171%
Bangladesh161%
India131%
Egypt81%
Vietnam71%
Kenya51%
Pakistan51%
United Arab Emirates51%

Check the import rules and documents of each buyer country before you quote.

Do Animal Feed Grains buyers buy FOB or CIF, and how do they pay?


Of the Animal Feed Grains requests on Freshdi that state their terms, the most common are CIF (55%) and L/C (42%), as of November 2026. The next most common are FOB (26%) and T/T (34%). In a CIF deal, the seller pays sea freight and insurance to the destination port, and the risk passes once the goods are loaded.

Trade and payment terms named in Animal Feed Grains buying requests, with their share of the requests.
TermTypeShare
CIFIncoterm55%
FOBIncoterm26%
CFRIncoterm14%
L/CPayment term42%
T/TPayment term34%
D/PPayment term6%

Matching the usual Incoterm and payment term makes your offer easier to compare.

Which details do Animal Feed Grains buyers include in an RFQ?


As of November 2026, Animal Feed Grains buyers on Freshdi most often specify preferred origins such as United States, India; and destination ports such as Chitagong (Bd (CGG/CGP/CHG)), Not specified, Chittagong (Bangladesh). Requests also mention trade terms such as CIF, FOB, CFR; and payment terms such as L/C, T/T, D/P. An offer that answers each of these points is easier for a Animal Feed Grains buyer to compare.

The details Animal Feed Grains buyers put in their requests, from grade to payment.
What buyers specifyWhat they ask for
Preferred originsUnited States, India
Destination portsChitagong (Bd (CGG/CGP/CHG)), Not specified, Chittagong (Bangladesh)
Trade termsCIF, FOB, CFR
Payment termsL/C, T/T, D/P

Match the requested spec first, then add what makes your offer stand out.

What other buying requests sit next to Animal Feed Grains?


On Freshdi, Animal Feed Grains belongs to Grains; related categories include Assorted Grain Foodstuffs, Barnyard Millet and Bulgarian Wheat.

Parent, sub-groups and neighbouring categories of Animal Feed Grains.
CategoryRelation
GrainsBroader category
Assorted Grain FoodstuffsNeighbouring category
Barnyard MilletNeighbouring category
Bulgarian WheatNeighbouring category
Bulk Food StaplesNeighbouring category
Bulk GrainsNeighbouring category
Bulk MilletNeighbouring category
Common WheatNeighbouring category

Open a related category to widen your search or to compare similar products.

What exporters ask about Animal Feed Grains buyers and demand


How many companies are looking for Animal Feed Grains?

2,833 Animal Feed Grains buyers and importers have posted 2,966 buying leads on Freshdi as of Nov 13, 2026.


How can I tell a verified Animal Feed Grains buyer?

Verified buyers are buyers with their email, phone number or company documents verified by Freshdi. 125 of the 2,966 buying leads come from verified buyers.


How do Animal Feed Grains buyers want to pay?

55% of requests ask for CIF and 26% for FOB; payment is most often by L/C (42%) or T/T (34%).

Trade terms and how to compare quotations

A reference for every category: what the usual trade and payment terms mean, and the points to check when you compare quotations.

Trade and payment terms explainedPlain-language meanings of the Incoterms and payment terms used in trade between companies.
TermTypeMeaning
EXWIncotermThe buyer collects the goods at the seller's premises and pays every cost from there.
FCAIncotermThe seller hands the goods, cleared for export, to the buyer's carrier at a named place.
FOBIncotermThe seller loads the goods on the vessel at the port of loading; freight is the buyer's.
CFRIncotermThe seller pays sea freight to the destination port; the risk passes once loaded.
CIFIncotermLike CFR, and the seller also insures the goods until the destination port.
CPTIncotermThe seller pays carriage to a named place; the risk passes at the first carrier.
CIPIncotermLike CPT, and the seller also insures the goods to the named place.
DAPIncotermThe seller delivers to a named place, ready for unloading; import duties are the buyer's.
DPUIncotermThe seller delivers and unloads the goods at a named place in the destination country.
DDPIncotermThe seller delivers to the buyer's place and pays import duties and taxes too.
FASIncotermThe seller places the goods alongside the vessel at the port of loading.
T/TPayment termA bank transfer, often a deposit before production and the balance against documents.
L/CPayment termA letter of credit, under which the buyer's bank pays once the shipping documents match its terms.
D/PPayment termDocuments against payment, where the buyer gets the shipping documents once it pays.
D/APayment termDocuments against acceptance, where the buyer gets the documents by accepting to pay later.
CADPayment termCash against documents, where payment is made when the shipping documents are presented.
Bank TransferPayment termA direct transfer between bank accounts, agreed in the contract.
EscrowPayment termA third party holds the payment until the buyer confirms delivery.
CashPayment termPayment in cash, usually only for small or local orders.
How to compare quotationsThe points two quotations must share before their prices compare.
PointWhat to checkWhy it matters
Incoterm and placeEvery quotation names the same Incoterm and port or place.Prices on FOB and on CIF differ by the freight and the insurance.
SpecificationThe grade, size or composition quoted matches the one asked for.A lower grade can hide behind a lower price.
Quantity and MOQThe price is for the quantity ordered, above the minimum order.Unit prices change with the order size.
PackagingPacking type, size and labelling are stated and the same.Custom packing adds cost.
Payment termThe payment term and the deposit asked.It moves the risk between buyer and seller.
Lead timeThe production and shipping time to the destination.A late shipment can cost more than a higher price.
DocumentsThe certificates and export documents included.Missing papers can block customs.
ValidityHow long the quoted price holds.Quotations are often valid for a limited time only.