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Find 10,062 Fresh Red Apple Buying Leads, RFQs from 9,997 Buyers & Importers

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Fresh Red Apple buyers on Freshdi most often ask for supply from India (7%), as of November 2026. Fresh Red Apple buyers ask for delivery to ports such as Jebel Ali (United Arab) and Nhava Sheva / Mumbai (India).

Key Insights of Fresh Red Apple Importers

A quick read of Fresh Red Apple import demand on Freshdi, before you quote.

  • Fresh Red Apple buyer requests10,062
  • Fresh Red Apple buyers & importers9,997
  • Verified buyers65
  • Latest buying requestNov 13, 2026

Where to Reach Fresh Red Apple Importers

How recently have Fresh Red Apple importers posted requests?

  • 54 Fresh Red Apple buying requests posted in the last 30 days
  • 5 requests tagged Hot Buyer

How to read a Fresh Red Apple buying request

  • Which Fresh Red Apple buyers had their email, phone number or company documents checked by Freshdi
  • Which Fresh Red Apple requests are Confirmed or tagged Hot Buyer, meaning the buyer is still actively sourcing
  • Quantity, trade term, destination port and payment term of the Fresh Red Apple request
  • The quotations already sent on each Fresh Red Apple request

Filter Fresh Red Apple buying requests by payment term and trade term, then send your quotation to importers directly on Freshdi.

Built from the Fresh Red Apple requests for quotation on Freshdi; last updated Nov 13, 2026.

RFQ

Confirmed

Confirmed

Quantity

22 Tons

Payment Term

L/C

Trade Term

CFR

Destination Port

Chattogram

22 Tons
L/C
CFR
Chattogram

Fresh apple of good quality

Mr. Monir

1.3

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Bangladesh – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardBangladesh

Mr. Monir

1.3

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Bangladesh – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardBangladesh

Phone

Quantity

10 20-foot Container

Payment Term

L/C

Trade Term

FOB

Destination Port

chittago

We are interested in purchasing 10 20-foot containers of fresh red fuji apple (Grade A). Price terms: FOB. Destination: chittago. Payment: L/C. Quality requirements: texture crisp, color bright red, flavor juicy sweet. Other requirements: premium quality export-grade fruit. We look forward to your quotation per 20-foot container FOB with lead time and sample availability.

10 20-foot Container
L/C
FOB
chittago

We are interested in purchasing 10 20-foot containers of fresh red fuji apple (Grade A). Price terms: FOB. Destination: chittago. Payment: L/C. Quality requirements: texture crisp, color bright red, flavor juicy sweet. Other requirements: premium quality export-grade fruit. We look forward to your quotation per 20-foot container FOB with lead time and sample availability.

Ms. Md.

4.4

Verification level 3

Buyer from

Bangladesh – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardBangladesh

Ms. Md.

4.4

Verification level 3

Buyer from

Bangladesh – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardBangladesh

Business document

Quantity

5 Tons

Payment Term

T/T

Trade Term

CIF, CIP, CPT

Destination Port

DUBAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPPORT DXB

We are sourcing 5 tons of fresh persimmon fruits (organic), South Africa origin, packed in cartons. Price basis: CPT/CIP/CIF Dubai International Airport DXB. Payment: T/T. Quality requirements: size 7-8.5 cm, crispy texture, orange-red color. We look forward to your quotation per ton CPT or CIP or CIF with lead time and sample availability.

5 Tons
T/T
CIF, CIP, CPT
DUBAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPPORT DXB

We are sourcing 5 tons of fresh persimmon fruits (organic), South Africa origin, packed in cartons. Price basis: CPT/CIP/CIF Dubai International Airport DXB. Payment: T/T. Quality requirements: size 7-8.5 cm, crispy texture, orange-red color. We look forward to your quotation per ton CPT or CIP or CIF with lead time and sample availability.

Ms. AIMAN

3.2

Verification level 3

Buyer from

United Arab Emirates – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardUnited Arab Emirates

Usually replies within 3 days · 28% response rate

Ms. AIMAN

3.2

Verification level 3

Buyer from

United Arab Emirates – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardUnited Arab Emirates

Business document

Hot Buyer

Usually replies within 3 days · 28% response rate

Quantity

700 Metric

Payment Term

Not specified, T/T

Trade Term

CIF, Not specified

Destination Port

Vancouver

700 Metric
Not specified, T/T
CIF, Not specified
Vancouver

We are currently looking for suppliers who can provide the following products: - Product: Red Chilli – Whole Dry & Powder (Export Quality) - Quantity: To be determined - Unit: To be determined We are interested in the following trade terms: - Trade term: CIF - Target unit price: To be determined - Max budget: To be determined Additional information: - Shipping method: To be determined - Payment term: T/T - Destination port: Vancouver, Canada - Lead time: To be determined We kindly request that interested suppliers provide us with their quotations based on the information provided above. Please include product details, pricing, shipping methods, and any other relevant details. Thank you for your attention to this request. We look forward to receiving your competitive offers.

Mr. Girard

4.5

Verification level 3

Buyer from

Canada – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardCanada

Usually replies within a week · 9% response rate

Mr. Girard

4.5

Verification level 3

Buyer from

Canada – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardCanada

Business document

Hot Buyer

Usually replies within a week · 9% response rate

Quantity

1 Container

Payment Term

L/C

Trade Term

CIF

Destination Port

nava sheva port

1 Container
L/C
CIF
nava sheva port

We are seeking 1 container of fresh apples (Grade A). Pricing basis: CIF nava sheva port. Payment: L/C. Quality requirements: color red, size 10 cm, maturity 100%, texture crispy, sweet flavor, organic; shelf life 1 year. Other requirements: varieties Fuji, Pink Lady, Granny Smith, Gala. We look forward to your quotation per container CIF with lead time and sample availability.

Mr. Erik

2.4

Verification level 3

Buyer from

Brazil – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardBrazil

Usually replies within 24h · 4% response rate

Mr. Erik

2.4

Verification level 3

Buyer from

Brazil – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardBrazil

Business document

Usually replies within 24h · 4% response rate

Quantity

1265 Carton

Payment Term

T/T

Trade Term

FOB

Destination Port

Cape Town

Our company is looking for 1,265 cartons of fresh apples (Fuji, Gala, Red Delicious). Price basis: FOB. Destination: Cape Town. Payment: T/T. Product specifications: organic, sweet taste, smooth skin, full juice content. We look forward to your quotation per carton FOB with lead time and sample availability.

1265 Carton
T/T
FOB
Cape Town

Our company is looking for 1,265 cartons of fresh apples (Fuji, Gala, Red Delicious). Price basis: FOB. Destination: Cape Town. Payment: T/T. Product specifications: organic, sweet taste, smooth skin, full juice content. We look forward to your quotation per carton FOB with lead time and sample availability.

FARMERA

4.1

Verification level 1

Buyer from

India – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardIndia

FARMERA

4.1

Verification level 1

Buyer from

India – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardIndia

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Quantity

1000 Tons

Payment Term

L/C

Trade Term

FCA

Destination Port

to the nearest ethiopian airlines station

1000 Tons
L/C
FCA
to the nearest ethiopian airlines station

Our company is looking for 1,000 tons of fresh table grapes (premium export grade), Turkey or India or South Africa origin. Price terms: FCA. Final destination: nearest Ethiopian Airlines station. Payment terms: L/C. Product specifications: brix 15° to 18°, size 18mm to 24mm, seedless or seeded on request, organic, frozen. Other requirements: color green, red or black. Please share your price per ton FCA together with lead time and sample availability.

Meskele

4.8

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Ethiopia – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardEthiopia

Meskele

4.8

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Ethiopia – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardEthiopia

Phone

Quantity

20 MT

Trade Term

CIF

Destination Port

Keelung Port, Taiwan

We are sourcing fresh apples (Rockit, Fuji, Gala, Envy) in Class 1 and Class 2 quality. Total quantity: 20 MT (1x40’ reefer), CIF Keelung Port, Taiwan. Required documents: CO, Phytosanitary Certificate, Invoice, and Packing List. Suppliers are welcome to submit their best quotation. Long-term cooperation expected.

20 MT
CIF
Keelung Port, Taiwan

We are sourcing fresh apples (Rockit, Fuji, Gala, Envy) in Class 1 and Class 2 quality. Total quantity: 20 MT (1x40’ reefer), CIF Keelung Port, Taiwan. Required documents: CO, Phytosanitary Certificate, Invoice, and Packing List. Suppliers are welcome to submit their best quotation. Long-term cooperation expected.

Mr. Giang

4.8

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Vietnam – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardVietnam

Mr. Giang

4.8

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Vietnam – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardVietnam

Phone

Confirmed

Quantity

125 Tons

Payment Term

T/T

Trade Term

CIF

Destination Port

Sohar port oman

125 Tons
T/T
CIF
Sohar port oman

Product Name: Fresh Red Onion Size: 55 mm to 65 mm Packing Terms: 18 Kg red mesh bags Shelf Life: 45+ Days Quantity Required: 6 x 40 FCL Destination Port: Jebel Ali Port, UAE Shipping Term: CIF or CNF Origin: India

Dawood

2.2

Verification level 2

Buyer from

United Arab Emirates – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardUnited Arab Emirates

Usually replies within a week

Dawood

2.2

Verification level 2

Buyer from

United Arab Emirates – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardUnited Arab Emirates

Phone

Usually replies within a week

Quantity

1 Red Onion truckload Potato 1 truckload

Payment Term

Credit terms

Trade Term

Negotiable

We are looking for suppliers from the USA only for the following fresh produce: • Fresh Red Onions – Size: 320–340 pcs / 100 gm – Quantity: 1 truckload • Potatoes – Quantity: 1 truckload Payment terms: Credit terms. Suppliers must be based in the United States. Interested suppliers are invited to provide product specifications, packing details, documentation, and quotations.

1 Red Onion truckload Potato 1 truckload
Credit terms
Negotiable

We are looking for suppliers from the USA only for the following fresh produce: • Fresh Red Onions – Size: 320–340 pcs / 100 gm – Quantity: 1 truckload • Potatoes – Quantity: 1 truckload Payment terms: Credit terms. Suppliers must be based in the United States. Interested suppliers are invited to provide product specifications, packing details, documentation, and quotations.

Christopher

3.8

Verification level 1

Buyer from

United States – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardUnited States

Christopher

3.8

Verification level 1

Buyer from

United States – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardUnited States

Quantity

28 Tons

Payment Term

Other, T/T

Trade Term

CIF, CIP

Destination Port

jubail ali

Our company is looking for 28 tons of red onion, India origin, packed in bulk. Incoterms: CIP/CIF Jubail Ali. Payment: T/T. Quality requirements: size 55+ mm, export quality, farm fresh. We look forward to your quotation per ton CIP or CIF with lead time and sample availability.

28 Tons
Other, T/T
CIF, CIP
jubail ali

Our company is looking for 28 tons of red onion, India origin, packed in bulk. Incoterms: CIP/CIF Jubail Ali. Payment: T/T. Quality requirements: size 55+ mm, export quality, farm fresh. We look forward to your quotation per ton CIP or CIF with lead time and sample availability.

Ms. ZARA_GREEN

1.2

Verification level 2

Buyer from

United Arab Emirates – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardUnited Arab Emirates

Usually replies within a week

Ms. ZARA_GREEN

1.2

Verification level 2

Buyer from

United Arab Emirates – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardUnited Arab Emirates

Work email

Hot Buyer

Usually replies within a week

RFQ

Confirmed

Confirmed

Quantity

1 Tons

Payment Term

PayPal

Trade Term

EXW

Destination Port

Incheon

We are interested in purchasing 1 ton of fresh apple, USA origin. Price basis: EXW. Destination: Incheon. Specifications: organic. We look forward to your quotation per ton EXW with lead time, proposed payment terms and sample availability.

1 Tons
PayPal
EXW
Incheon

We are interested in purchasing 1 ton of fresh apple, USA origin. Price basis: EXW. Destination: Incheon. Specifications: organic. We look forward to your quotation per ton EXW with lead time, proposed payment terms and sample availability.

Mr. taeksoo

4.5

Verification level 2

Buyer from

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

Mr. taeksoo

4.5

Verification level 2

Buyer from

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

Phone

Payment Term

Other

Trade Term

DAP

Destination Port

Port Area Manila Philippines

We are looking for fiji red apples, China origin. Price terms: DAP Port Area Manila. Specifications: organic. We look forward to your quotation per kg DAP with lead time, proposed payment terms and sample availability.

Other
DAP
Port Area Manila Philippines

We are looking for fiji red apples, China origin. Price terms: DAP Port Area Manila. Specifications: organic. We look forward to your quotation per kg DAP with lead time, proposed payment terms and sample availability.

Maritess

4.8

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Philippines – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardPhilippines

Maritess

4.8

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Philippines – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardPhilippines

Phone

Quantity

40 Feet

Payment Term

Other

Trade Term

CIF

Destination Port

Abidjan

Our company is looking for 40 feet of fresh red onion (55+ mm size), Germany or Netherlands or Spain origin, packed in bulk. Incoterms: CIF Abidjan. Product specifications: organic, whole. Additional notes: export quality. Please quote per feet CIF with lead time, proposed payment terms and sample availability.

40 Feet
Other
CIF
Abidjan

Our company is looking for 40 feet of fresh red onion (55+ mm size), Germany or Netherlands or Spain origin, packed in bulk. Incoterms: CIF Abidjan. Product specifications: organic, whole. Additional notes: export quality. Please quote per feet CIF with lead time, proposed payment terms and sample availability.

Madam. Kadiatou

4.7

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Mali – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardMali

Madam. Kadiatou

4.7

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Mali – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardMali

Phone

Quantity

90000 Tray

Payment Term

T/T

Trade Term

FOB

Destination Port

mombasa

We are currently sourcing 90,000 trays of redfish red drum whole fillet steak gutted scaled, packed in bulk. Price basis: FOB. Final destination: Mombasa. Payment terms: T/T. Specifications: alcohol content > 10%. Kindly send your best offer per tray FOB, including lead time and sample availability.

90000 Tray
T/T
FOB
mombasa

We are currently sourcing 90,000 trays of redfish red drum whole fillet steak gutted scaled, packed in bulk. Price basis: FOB. Final destination: Mombasa. Payment terms: T/T. Specifications: alcohol content > 10%. Kindly send your best offer per tray FOB, including lead time and sample availability.

Mr. Williams

4.6

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Kenya – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardKenya

Mr. Williams

4.6

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Kenya – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardKenya

Phone

Quantity

13 Tons

Payment Term

Other

Trade Term

CIF

Destination Port

somaliland

We are looking for 13 tons of fuji apples (premium). Incoterms: CIF somaliland. Product specifications: export quality, great taste. We look forward to your quotation per ton CIF with lead time, proposed payment terms and sample availability.

13 Tons
Other
CIF
somaliland

We are looking for 13 tons of fuji apples (premium). Incoterms: CIF somaliland. Product specifications: export quality, great taste. We look forward to your quotation per ton CIF with lead time, proposed payment terms and sample availability.

Mr. Juma

1.1

Verification level 2

Buyer from

United States – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardUnited States

Mr. Juma

1.1

Verification level 2

Buyer from

United States – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardUnited States

Phone

Confirmed

Quantity

88 Tons

Payment Term

L/C

Trade Term

CIF

Destination Port

Navasheva, Mumbai, India

88 Tons
L/C
CIF
Navasheva, Mumbai, India

We are looking for Red Delicious Apple Exporters from Iran Request for Quotation We would appreciate it if you could provide us with a detailed quotation for the following: Product Specifications: - Red Delicious Apples Pricing: - CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight) rates for delivery to Navasheva port, Mumbai, India. Order Quantity: - Please also specify the minimum and maximum minimum order quantities available. Packaging and Shipping: - Details about the packaging used to ensure the quality of apples during transit. - Estimated delivery time to Navasheva port, Mumbai. Payment Terms: - Information on payment methods and terms. Quality Assurance: - Any certifications or quality assurances provided with the apples.

Mr. Shehzan

4.3

Verification level 3

Buyer from

United Arab Emirates – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardUnited Arab Emirates

Mr. Shehzan

4.3

Verification level 3

Buyer from

United Arab Emirates – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardUnited Arab Emirates

Business document

Work email

Quantity

23 tons one 40foot refrigerated container

Payment Term

Not specified

Trade Term

Not specified

23 tons one 40foot refrigerated container
Not specified
Not specified

We are currently sourcing 22.5 tons of red fuji apples, packed in 40-foot refrigerated container. Additional notes: requesting best price. Please quote per ton with lead time, proposed payment terms and sample availability.

Takdir

4.5

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Bangladesh – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardBangladesh

Takdir

4.5

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Bangladesh – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardBangladesh

Phone

Quantity

1 twentyfoot container

Payment Term

LC

Trade Term

CIF

Destination Port

Doha, Qatar

1 twentyfoot container
LC
CIF
Doha, Qatar

Kindly send a quotation based on the following request from the importer: Fresh Fruits Specifications: - Type: Mangoes, Apples, Pineapples, Watermelon, Muskmelon - Fresh Important Note: Contact by email only, no WhatsApp; Quantity: 1 twenty-foot container; Trade Term: CIF; Payment Term: Letter of Credit (LC); Target Price: Negotiable.

SOUVENIR

2.2

Verification level 0

Buyer from

United States – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardUnited States

SOUVENIR

2.2

Verification level 0

Buyer from

United States – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardUnited States

Unverified

Payment Term

To be discussed with suppliers

Trade Term

CIF

Destination Port

Manama, Bahrain

To be discussed with suppliers
CIF
Manama, Bahrain

Dear Sir/Madam, I am currently in search of Fruits Plants, specifically Apple, Orange, etc., to be grown in Cocopeat. It is important to note that I am looking for direct export nursery suppliers and not traders. The quantity required is the minimum order quantity (MOQ), however, the exact quantity needed has not been specified. The trade term I am considering is CIF, and the payment term will be discussed with the selected suppliers. As for the target price, it is negotiable. Your prompt response and assistance in this matter are highly appreciated. Thank you.

Hassan

4.2

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Bahrain – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardBahrain

Hassan

4.2

Verification level 2

Buyer from

Bahrain – country flag, buyer location, buyer cardBahrain

Phone

What is the going price of Fresh Red Apple offers?


Across Apples on Freshdi, offers are typically priced at $811–$894/ton FOB, a reference for Fresh Red Apple as of November 2026.

Offer prices and MOQ across Apples, shown for Fresh Red Apple as a reference only.
Product typePrice rangeMOQTrade term
All offers$811–$894/ton700–1,360 pcsFOB

Figures from Apples give an order of magnitude only; ask Fresh Red Apple suppliers for their own quotes.

Which countries import the most Fresh Red Apple?


The largest group of Fresh Red Apple buyers on Freshdi is in United Arab Emirates (25 of 10,062 requests, 1%), then United States (1%) and Bangladesh (1%) (November 2026 data). No single country dominates, as the three leading ones account for 3% of the Fresh Red Apple buying requests, which come from at least 8 countries.

The countries Fresh Red Apple buyers post from and their share of the requests.
CountryBuying requestsShare
United Arab Emirates251%
United States181%
Bangladesh111%
India101%
Saudi Arabia101%
Togo101%
Malaysia61%
Maldives61%

Quote the Incoterm and port that suit the buyer country, and price the freight in.

Which Incoterms and payment terms do Fresh Red Apple buyers ask for?


The usual terms of a Fresh Red Apple buying request on Freshdi are CIF (52%) for delivery and T/T (37%) for payment (November 2026 data). FOB (16%) and L/C (23%) come next. On CIF terms, 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 Fresh Red Apple buying requests, with their share of the requests.
TermTypeShare
CIFIncoterm52%
FOBIncoterm16%
CFRIncoterm8%
T/TPayment term37%
L/CPayment term23%
D/PPayment term12%

Quote or ask on the terms the other side uses most, and agree the Incoterm before the price.

Which details do Fresh Red Apple buyers include in an RFQ?


Exporters answering Fresh Red Apple requests on Freshdi should expect buyers to state preferred origins such as India; and destination ports such as Jebel Ali (United Arab), Nhava Sheva / Mumbai (India), Ksa (Saudi Arabia), as of November 2026. Many also state trade terms such as CIF, FOB, CFR; and payment terms such as T/T, L/C, D/P. Quote against these points so a Fresh Red Apple buyer can compare your offer directly.

What Fresh Red Apple buying requests specify, such as grades, order sizes, origins, ports and terms.
What buyers specifyWhat they ask for
Preferred originsIndia
Destination portsJebel Ali (United Arab), Nhava Sheva / Mumbai (India), Ksa (Saudi Arabia)
Trade termsCIF, FOB, CFR
Payment termsT/T, L/C, D/P

Quote the grade, quantity, origin and terms the buyer named, or say what you offer instead.

Which categories are related to Fresh Red Apple?


Fresh Red Apple is part of Fruit on Freshdi, next to Abiu, Acai and Acai Berry.

Where Fresh Red Apple sits in the catalogue, with its parent group, sub-groups and neighbouring categories and their listings.
CategoryRelation
FruitParent group
AbiuNearby category
AcaiNearby category
Acai BerryNearby category
Acai Berry CubesNearby category
Acai Berry ExtractNearby category
Acai BlendNearby category
Acai BowlNearby category

A narrower sub-group can match your specification better than the wider category.

Questions exporters ask before selling Fresh Red Apple


How many Fresh Red Apple buyers are there?

9,997 Fresh Red Apple buyers and importers have posted 10,062 buying leads on Freshdi as of Nov 13, 2026.


How can I tell a verified Fresh Red Apple buyer?

Verified buyers are buyers with their email, phone number or company documents verified by Freshdi. 118 of the 10,062 buying leads come from verified buyers.


How do Fresh Red Apple buyers want to pay?

52% of requests ask for CIF and 16% for FOB; payment is most often by T/T (37%) or L/C (23%).

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.