A First Export Enquiry Checklist for Commodity Buyers

A serious export enquiry should let both parties test whether the requirement is workable. Broad requests for best price leave too many commercial and quality questions unanswered.

Sesame, raw cashew and hibiscus samples beside export planning materials

Name the exact commodity

State the product, form, grade, crop period or origin requirement and intended use where these affect acceptance.

Write measurable quality limits

Include moisture, purity, defects, foreign matter, test requirements or other limits relevant to the commodity.

Set the commercial basis

Give quantity, packing, destination port, preferred delivery term, payment approach and shipment period.

Agree how the offer will be checked

Discuss sampling, inspection, laboratory needs and documents before the full lot is prepared.

  • Commodity and grade
  • Quality limits
  • Quantity and packing
  • Destination
  • Shipment period

Common questions

Can JIKAM quote from a request for best price only?
A meaningful quotation needs the commodity specification, quantity, packing, destination and commercial basis.

JIKAM Exports

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