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Exporters can reach 2,791 buyers in the United Kingdom looking for Seafood & Aquatic Products on Freshdi, as of November 2026. Seafood & Aquatic Products buyers in the United Kingdom ask for delivery to ports such as Not specified and London Gateway Port.

Seafood & Aquatic Products Requests for Quotation in the United Kingdom at a Glance

A quick read of Seafood & Aquatic Products requests for quotation in the United Kingdom on Freshdi before you quote.

  • Seafood & Aquatic Products buyer requests2,815
  • Verified buyers5
  • Origins buyers ask forIndia 8%
  • Latest buying requestNov 11, 2026

Answering Seafood & Aquatic Products RFQs in the United Kingdom

What are Seafood & Aquatic Products buyers in the UK asking you to quote?

  • Popular grades among buyers include Seafood products, Frozen seafood products, Shrimp products

How active are Seafood & Aquatic Products RFQs in the UK?

  • 17 Seafood & Aquatic Products buying requests posted in the last 30 days
  • 1 request tagged Hot Buyer

How to read a Seafood & Aquatic Products buying request

  • Whether Freshdi verified the Seafood & Aquatic Products buyer's email, phone number or company documents
  • Whether the Seafood & Aquatic Products request is Confirmed (the buyer is still sourcing) and Hot Buyer tags for verified buyers looking to buy now
  • How much Seafood & Aquatic Products the buyer wants, where it ships and on which terms

Pick the Seafood & Aquatic Products RFQs from the UK that match your offer and send your quote on Freshdi.

Based on Seafood & Aquatic Products buying requests posted on Freshdi, as of Nov 11, 2026.

Quantity

2000 Kilograms

Payment Term

TTR

Trade Term

CFR

Destination Port

Not specified

2000 Kilograms
TTR
CFR
Not specified

The importer is seeking a comprehensive range of processed shrimp-based products including breaded shrimp in various tray and pack sizes, tempura shrimp with and without special ponzu sauce, Indian-flavored shrimp meatballs, shrimp gyoza (16g), shrimp and sweet chili sandwiches, sesame shrimp sandwiches and sandwich mixes with sweet chili or tamarind sauce, shrimp sandwiches with sesame and other sauces, butterfly shrimp marinated with spices, shrimp and bean rice balls, shrimp and fish cake or fish balls rolled with seaweed, coconut shrimp rolls on bamboo skewers, and breaded shrimp mix sets. Variants include pack sizes (140g, 156g, 180g, 228g, 232g, 248g, 256g, 312g, 222g, and more), forms (whole piece, triangle, stick), and various sauce/flavor inclusions. Suppliers are requested to quote for all listed processed shrimp products and their respective variants.

TONKIN

1.9

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

TONKIN

1.9

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

Unverified

Quantity

10000 Kilograms

Payment Term

TTR

Trade Term

FOB

Destination Port

Not specified

10000 Kilograms
TTR
FOB
Not specified

The importer is interested in steamed and boiled whiteleg shrimp, both peeled and unpeeled, with preparations including headless and tailless and peeled forms suitable for sushi. Sizes required are 2L, 3L, 41/50, 78/91, and 80/110. Requested packaging includes 5kg/bag x 2 bags per carton, and bulk barrels. Products can be frozen steamed or frozen boiled. Suppliers offering these steamed and boiled whiteleg shrimp with the specified sizes and packaging are requested to provide their quotations.

PRINCES

2.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

PRINCES

2.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

Unverified

Quantity

4000 Box/Bag/Pack

Payment Term

TTR

Trade Term

FOB

Destination Port

Not specified

4000 Box/Bag/Pack
TTR
FOB
Not specified

The buyer is seeking frozen whiteleg shrimp in a range of processed forms and sizes. Requirements include headless, peeled, tail-on shrimp (boiled frozen, size 21/25 with 40 oz rings x6/ctn and with sauce), headless, peeled, tail-on shrimp (boiled frozen, size 21/25 and 2 lbs/bag x16/ctn), and headless, peeled, tailless shrimp (boiled frozen, size 50/70 and 2 lbs/bag x16/ctn). In addition, the importer purchases headless, peeled, tail-on shrimp that is breaded and fried with sauce, frozen, size 13/15, packed 30 pcs/bag/box x10/ctn, as well as headless, peeled, tail-on shrimp breaded and fried in breadcrumbs with sauce, frozen, size 13/15, same packing. All products must be supplied frozen. Suppliers with capabilities to provide any or all of these processed shrimp variants in commercial packaging are invited to quote.

COSTCO

2.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

COSTCO

2.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

Unverified

Quantity

30 Kilograms

Payment Term

Not specified

Trade Term

Not specified

Destination Port

London Heathrow

30 Kilograms
Not specified
Not specified
London Heathrow

The importer seeks suppliers of fresh pearl spot fish in both whole round and cleaned forms. Deliveries are made to London Heathrow. The importer purchases both whole round and cleaned pearl spot fish, including variants specifically described as chilled and cleaned. Supplier offers should cover all these forms and processing variants.

SEAFOOD

1.0

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

SEAFOOD

1.0

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

Unverified

Quantity

400 Box/Bag/Pack

Payment Term

LC

Trade Term

FOB

Destination Port

Not specified

400 Box/Bag/Pack
LC
FOB
Not specified

The importer is looking for frozen breaded tiger prawns. Required options include products packed 6 pieces x 6 per case, and fried breaded prawn variants. Also considered are offerings of frozen fried breaded tiger prawns (Penaeus monodon) in bulk cartons. Both standard breaded and fried breaded forms are considered.

WESTBRIDGE

2.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

WESTBRIDGE

2.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

Unverified

Quantity

5 Kilogram

Payment Term

Money Gram, T/T, W/U

Trade Term

CIF, DDP

Destination Port

Manchester, Uk, Gb (MNC)

We are currently looking for high-quality Frozen King Crabs/Frozen Seafood 14 to 17 Count Red King Crab Leg and Claw, Whole Alaskan Red King Crab/ wholesale Froze suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 5 Kilogram Destination port: Manchester, Uk, Gb (MNC) Trade term: CIF, DDP Payment term: Money Gram, T/T, W/U Ship to: United Kingdom Leg Composition: 3 Legs And 1 Claw Per Cluster Weight Per Cluster: About 2 Clusters Per Lb Cooking Time: About 5 Minutes Catch Method: Aquaculture Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference. Door to door delivery?

5 Kilogram
Money Gram, T/T, W/U
CIF, DDP
Manchester, Uk, Gb (MNC)

We are currently looking for high-quality Frozen King Crabs/Frozen Seafood 14 to 17 Count Red King Crab Leg and Claw, Whole Alaskan Red King Crab/ wholesale Froze suppliers and would like to request a quotation based on the following requirements: Specifications: Quantity: 5 Kilogram Destination port: Manchester, Uk, Gb (MNC) Trade term: CIF, DDP Payment term: Money Gram, T/T, W/U Ship to: United Kingdom Leg Composition: 3 Legs And 1 Claw Per Cluster Weight Per Cluster: About 2 Clusters Per Lb Cooking Time: About 5 Minutes Catch Method: Aquaculture Please provide your unit/total price and lead time. If you have any catalogs or certificates, please share them for our reference. Door to door delivery?

Keith

4.4

Verification level 2

Buyer from

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

Keith

4.4

Verification level 2

Buyer from

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

Phone

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Quantity

21000 Kilograms

Payment Term

Not specified

Trade Term

Not specified

Destination Port

Felixstowe, UK

21000 Kilograms
Not specified
Not specified
Felixstowe, UK

The importer is seeking quotations for frozen cooked squid rings produced using the IQF process. Product is supplied in bulk 10 kg cartons, with a specified ring size of 60/UP.

SYKES

1.8

Verification level 1

Buyer from

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

SYKES

1.8

Verification level 1

Buyer from

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

Quantity

300 Pieces

Payment Term

Not specified

Trade Term

Not specified

Destination Port

Heathrow Apt/London

300 Pieces
Not specified
Not specified
Heathrow Apt/London

The buyer seeks Orange Shrimp supplied to Heathrow Airport, London. Suppliers are invited to quote for this product.

J

1.2

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

J

1.2

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

Unverified

Quantity

8000 Kilograms

Payment Term

TTR

Trade Term

FOB

Destination Port

Not specified

8000 Kilograms
TTR
FOB
Not specified

The importer seeks suppliers for value-added vannamei (whiteleg) shrimp products, including breaded shrimp sets, frozen fried shrimp wrapped in rice paper, and white shrimp wrapped in skin. Required formats include breaded vannamei shrimp and rice paper wrapped variants, with typical packaging such as 1.128 kg, 3.6 kg, and 6.0 kg per carton, as well as multi-pack sets (e.g., 6 boxes per carton). The products should arrive frozen, with a focus on consistent quality suitable for food service or retail repackaging. Suppliers are requested to confirm all available variants as described above.

TRANGS

2.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

TRANGS

2.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

Unverified

Quantity

2000 Kilograms

Payment Term

LC

Trade Term

CIF

Destination Port

Not specified

2000 Kilograms
LC
CIF
Not specified

The importer is seeking frozen peeled, headless, tail-on (PTO) whiteleg shrimp wrapped in rice paper. Product variants include shrimp with tails on and tail removed. Specifications include size 26/30 pieces per box, 500 grams per box, with packing of 10 boxes per carton. Both variants are required for quotation.

SYKES

1.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

SYKES

1.1

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

Unverified

Quantity

10 Pieces

Payment Term

Not specified

Trade Term

Not specified

Destination Port

London Heathrow

10 Pieces
Not specified
Not specified
London Heathrow

The importer seeks live Mandarin Fish for ornamental purposes. Interested suppliers are invited to provide quotations for live, healthy Mandarin Fish suitable for the ornamental fish trade.

INDEPENDENT

2.0

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

INDEPENDENT

2.0

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

Unverified

Quantity

30 Kilograms

Payment Term

Not specified

Trade Term

FCA

Destination Port

Not specified

30 Kilograms
Not specified
FCA
Not specified

The importer is seeking frozen barramundi fillet with skin-on, scientific name Lates calcarifer. The specified packing is 260 grams per pack, with 10 packs per case. Suppliers offering this specification are invited to quote.

Ms.

2.2

Verification level 1

Buyer from

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

Ms.

2.2

Verification level 1

Buyer from

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

Payment Term

L/C / TT

Trade Term

CIF / EXW / FAS

Destination Port

Port of Rotterdam

We are looking for suppliers of seafood products including shrimp, squid, oysters, tilapia, crab, and lobster for export to the Port of Rotterdam. Products can be fresh or frozen, but must meet international food safety and export standards. Suppliers must ensure proper processing, hygiene, and cold chain logistics to maintain product quality during transportation. Export packaging and compliance with EU import requirements are essential. Trade terms include CIF, EXW, or FAS, with payment via L/C or TT. Suppliers should specify product type, size, processing method, and minimum order quantities. Preferred origins are in Asia.

L/C / TT
CIF / EXW / FAS
Port of Rotterdam

We are looking for suppliers of seafood products including shrimp, squid, oysters, tilapia, crab, and lobster for export to the Port of Rotterdam. Products can be fresh or frozen, but must meet international food safety and export standards. Suppliers must ensure proper processing, hygiene, and cold chain logistics to maintain product quality during transportation. Export packaging and compliance with EU import requirements are essential. Trade terms include CIF, EXW, or FAS, with payment via L/C or TT. Suppliers should specify product type, size, processing method, and minimum order quantities. Preferred origins are in Asia.

Ms. Matilda

1.3

Verification level 2

Buyer from

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

Ms. Matilda

1.3

Verification level 2

Buyer from

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

Phone

Hot Buyer

Payment Term

T/T

Trade Term

CIF

Destination Port

Niger

We would like to purchase whole tilapia fish, packed in fresh frozen. Pricing basis: CIF Niger. Payment terms: T/T. Quality requirements: unprocessed. Additional notes: freshness level fresh and frozen. Kindly send your best offer per 40-foot container CIF, including lead time and sample availability.

T/T
CIF
Niger

We would like to purchase whole tilapia fish, packed in fresh frozen. Pricing basis: CIF Niger. Payment terms: T/T. Quality requirements: unprocessed. Additional notes: freshness level fresh and frozen. Kindly send your best offer per 40-foot container CIF, including lead time and sample availability.

Aliyah

4.8

Verification level 3

Buyer from

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

Aliyah

4.8

Verification level 3

Buyer from

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

Business document

Work email

Quantity

4000 KGS

Destination Port

London Gateway Port

4000 KGS
London Gateway Port

Kindly send a quotation based on the following request from the importer: processed and preserved frozen sea foods, specifically fringe scale sardine headless, with a quantity of 4000 KGS, destined for London Gateway Port, United Kingdom.

DIAMOND

2.2

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

DIAMOND

2.2

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

Unverified

Payment Term

Bank transfer

Trade Term

CIF

Destination Port

United Kingdom

Bank transfer
CIF
United Kingdom

Please provide your quotation for fresh fish, including Cod, Haddock, Salmon, Seabass, Killers, and Pollock. MOQ required, CIF trade term, bank transfer payment, and negotiable target price.

Thomas

1.9

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

Thomas

1.9

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

Unverified

Quantity

1 twentyfoot container

Payment Term

LC

Trade Term

FOB/CIF

Destination Port

Felixstowe, United Kingdom

1 twentyfoot container
LC
FOB/CIF
Felixstowe, United Kingdom

Dear supplier, Looking for Frozen Seafood (Prawns, Squids, Lobsters, Shrimps) in a 20-foot container. FOB/CIF trade term, LC payment. Target price negotiable. Thank you.

Matt

2.0

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

Matt

2.0

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

Unverified

Quantity

5000 Kilogram

Payment Term

T/T

Trade Term

FOB

Destination Port

Niger/ Benin

We are in need of 5,000 kg of frozen tilapia whole round, packed in 10 kg packs. Incoterms: FOB. Destination: Niger or Benin. Payment: T/T. Quality requirements: glazing 10%, net weight 90%. Additional notes: minimum order quantity 10. We look forward to your quotation per kg FOB with lead time and sample availability.

5000 Kilogram
T/T
FOB
Niger/ Benin

We are in need of 5,000 kg of frozen tilapia whole round, packed in 10 kg packs. Incoterms: FOB. Destination: Niger or Benin. Payment: T/T. Quality requirements: glazing 10%, net weight 90%. Additional notes: minimum order quantity 10. We look forward to your quotation per kg FOB with lead time and sample availability.

Aliyah

4.8

Verification level 3

Buyer from

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

Aliyah

4.8

Verification level 3

Buyer from

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

Business document

Work email

Quantity

4000 KGS

Destination Port

London Gateway Port

4000 KGS
London Gateway Port

Please submit your quotation for processed and preserved frozen sea foods, specifically Japanese Thread Fin Bream Dressed. Quantity: 4000 KGS. Destination port: London Gateway Port, United Kingdom.

DIAMOND

2.2

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

DIAMOND

2.2

Verification level 0

Buyer from

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

Unverified

Payment Term

L/C / TT

Trade Term

CIF / EXW / FAS

Destination Port

Port of Rotterdam

We are looking for suppliers of seafood products including shrimp, squid, oysters, tilapia, crab, and lobster for export to the Port of Rotterdam. Products can be fresh or frozen, but must meet international food safety and export standards. Suppliers must ensure proper processing, hygiene, and cold chain logistics to maintain product quality during transportation. Export packaging and compliance with EU import requirements are essential. Trade terms include CIF, EXW, or FAS, with payment via L/C or TT. Suppliers should specify product type, size, processing method, and minimum order quantities. Preferred origins are in Asia.

L/C / TT
CIF / EXW / FAS
Port of Rotterdam

We are looking for suppliers of seafood products including shrimp, squid, oysters, tilapia, crab, and lobster for export to the Port of Rotterdam. Products can be fresh or frozen, but must meet international food safety and export standards. Suppliers must ensure proper processing, hygiene, and cold chain logistics to maintain product quality during transportation. Export packaging and compliance with EU import requirements are essential. Trade terms include CIF, EXW, or FAS, with payment via L/C or TT. Suppliers should specify product type, size, processing method, and minimum order quantities. Preferred origins are in Asia.

Ms. Matilda

1.3

Verification level 2

Buyer from

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

Ms. Matilda

1.3

Verification level 2

Buyer from

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

Phone

Hot Buyer

Do Seafood & Aquatic Products buyers buy FOB or CIF, and how do they pay?


The usual terms of a Seafood & Aquatic Products buying request on Freshdi are CIF (24%) for delivery and T/T (36%) for payment (November 2026 data). They are followed by FOB (24%) and L/C (16%). In a CIF deal, the seller pays sea freight and insurance to the destination port, and the risk passes once the goods are loaded.

The terms in Seafood & Aquatic Products buying requests, as a share of the requests.
TermTypeShare
CIFIncoterm24%
FOBIncoterm24%
T/TPayment term36%
L/CPayment term16%
Bank TransferPayment term8%

Agree the Incoterm and the payment term first, because they change the price and the risk.

Which details do Seafood & Aquatic Products buyers include in an RFQ?


A typical Seafood & Aquatic Products RFQ on Freshdi names grades such as Seafood products, Frozen seafood products, Shrimp products; and preferred origins such as India (November 2026 data). Buyers often add destination ports such as Not specified, London Gateway Port, Felixstowe (United Kingdom); and trade terms such as CIF, FOB. Quote against these points so a Seafood & Aquatic Products buyer can compare your offer directly.

Grades, quantities, origins and terms named in Seafood & Aquatic Products buying requests.
What buyers specifyWhat they ask for
GradesSeafood products, Frozen seafood products, Shrimp products
Preferred originsIndia
Destination portsNot specified, London Gateway Port, Felixstowe (United Kingdom)
Trade termsCIF, FOB
Payment termsT/T, L/C, Bank Transfer

A quotation that answers every stated spec is easier for the buyer to accept.

Which similar categories can Seafood & Aquatic Products exporters browse?


Freshdi lists Seafood & Aquatic Products under Agriculture, Food & Beverage, alongside Abalone, Abalone Extract and Abalone Sauce. On Freshdi, Seafood & Aquatic Products splits into narrower categories, including Abalone Shell, Actinopyga Lecanora and Adelomelon Ancilla.

Parent, sub-groups and neighbouring categories of Seafood & Aquatic Products.
CategoryRelation
Agriculture, Food & BeverageGroup it belongs to
AbaloneSub-group
Abalone ExtractSub-group
Abalone SauceSub-group
Abalone ShellSub-group
Actinopyga LecanoraSub-group
Adelomelon AncillaSub-group
African Black Underwater FrogSub-group

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

Frequently asked questions about Seafood & Aquatic Products buyers


How large is the Seafood & Aquatic Products buyer base in the United Kingdom?

2,791 Seafood & Aquatic Products buyers and importers in the United Kingdom have posted 2,815 buying leads on Freshdi as of Nov 11, 2026.


How can I tell a verified Seafood & Aquatic Products buyer?

Verified buyers are buyers with their email, phone number or company documents verified by Freshdi. 9 of the 2,815 UK buying leads come from verified buyers.


How do Seafood & Aquatic Products buyers in the UK want to pay?

24% of UK requests ask for CIF and 24% for FOB; payment is most often by T/T (36%) or L/C (16%).

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.