Incoterms & payment terms for importers
The short answer: Incoterms set who pays and who's responsible at each leg of shipping — from EXW (you collect at the factory) to DDP (delivered, duties paid). Payment is typically a deposit plus balance via T/T, confirmed per order on the quote.
| Term | Full name | What it means for you |
|---|---|---|
| EXW | Ex Works | You collect at the factory and arrange all export, freight and import. Lowest unit price, most buyer-side logistics. |
| FOB | Free On Board | We handle export and loading onto the vessel at origin port; you take over ocean freight and import. The most common B2B term. |
| CIF | Cost, Insurance & Freight | We cover cost, insurance and freight to your destination port; you handle import clearance and inland delivery. |
| DDP | Delivered Duty Paid | We deliver to your door with duties and clearance handled. Simplest for you; highest all-in price. Available to major markets. |
Frequently asked
Which Incoterms / shipping terms do you offer?
EXW, FOB, CIF and DDP to major markets. FOB and CIF are the most common for container-direct orders; DDP is available where you'd rather we handle freight, duties and final delivery. The exact term and price are confirmed on the quote.
What are your payment terms?
Typically a deposit with the balance against shipping documents — for example 30% deposit and 70% before shipment — paid by T/T (bank wire). Exact per-order terms are set on the quote.
What's the difference between FOB and CIF for my landed cost?
Under FOB you arrange and pay ocean freight and insurance yourself, which can be cheaper if you have your own forwarder. Under CIF we arrange freight and insurance to your port, which is simpler but bundles those costs into our price. Both leave import clearance and inland delivery to you.
Do prices on the site include shipping?
No. Public specs and sample prices are indicative; your landed cost depends on the Incoterm, destination, container mix and duties. Request a quote for a firm price on your chosen terms.