The buyer has not stated an Incoterm. What should I quote?

Quote FOB at the port you normally ship from, and offer CFR or CIF to their nearest main port as an alternative in the same message. FOB is the cleanest basis for a buyer comparing suppliers, and offering the freight-inclusive alternative shows you can handle the shipment if they would rather you did. Always name the port or place after the term. Be cautious about volunteering DAP or DDP to a new buyer, since those put freight risk, and with DDP import duty and clearance, on you in a country whose rules you may not know.

How do I tell whether a buying requirement is real?

Look for a specific specification rather than a bare category name, a quantity that is realistic for the product, a named delivery place, a stated timeframe, and a company you can find in an independent register. Then ask two or three precise questions and see what comes back. Real buyers answer a numbered list. Requests that are only for your lowest price with no volume, or for free samples before any commercial detail, are usually not worth a full quotation, though they can still be worth a short standard reply.

What payment terms should I offer a buyer I have not dealt with before?

Something that splits the risk. A deposit with the balance against shipping documents is the common first-order structure; a documentary letter of credit suits larger values, provided you check that every document it calls for is one you can actually produce within the dates it sets. Documents against payment gives more protection than documents against acceptance. Reserve open account terms for buyers with a payment history, and where you do want to extend credit to a new buyer, credit insurance is usually cheaper than the discount you would give for cash in advance.

What documents will the importer need from me?

A commercial invoice, a packing list and the transport document are the routine core. Beyond that it depends on the destination market and can include a certificate of origin or a preferential origin declaration under a trade agreement, an inspection or analysis certificate, a sanitary or phytosanitary certificate, a fumigation certificate, a conformity or test report, or an import licence the buyer obtains themselves. Ask the buyer to list what they need, confirm which of those you can issue, and make sure the description, value, consignee and marks agree across every document.

The quantity asked for is far above or below what I can supply. Should I still reply?

Yes, and say so plainly. If it is below your minimum, state your minimum and offer the nearest quantity you can serve, with the reason, since a buyer testing the market often has a larger requirement behind the first one. If it is far above your capacity, offer a part of it against a stated delivery schedule rather than declining or overcommitting. Both replies are normal commercial answers. Silence and a quiet overcommitment are the two responses that cost you the relationship.

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United States accounts for 304 active Minerals & Metals buying requirements on Global Trade Plaza, concentrated in Copper Cathode, High Speed Steel Scrap (HSS Scrap) and Aluminium Boring Scrap. Open a requirement to see the quantity and specification, then send your quote.

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Structural Steel W12 x 26

Importer needs structural steel in W12 x 26 shape, grade A572 Grade 50 or equivalent to JIS G3106 SM490A, 40 ft (12 m) length. One 20-foot container, .....show more

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Requested on

2026-10-27

AC and Fridge Compressor Scrap

Buyer wants air conditioner and refrigerator compressor scrap, 10 to 50 tons, HS code 720449. FOB, destination Canada, payment by bank transfer. Suppl.....show more

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2026-10-27

Raw Coltan Ore

Buyer is seeking raw coltan ore, one 20-foot container, shipped CIF or FOB to the United States. Payment by L/C. HS code 261590.

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2026-10-22

Copper Wire Scrap

Buyer seeks copper wire scrap, 10 to 20 metric tons per month, shipped CIF to China. Payment by L/C. HS code 720449.

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2026-10-22

High Purity Copper Cathode

Buyer wants high purity copper cathode, one 20-foot container, shipped CIF or FOB to the United States. Payment by L/C. HS code 740311.

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XXXXXXXXXXX

Requested on

2026-10-22

Aluminium UBC, Extrusion and Wheel Scrap

Buyer needs aluminium UBC, extrusion and wheel scrap: a 500 MT trial, then 4,000-5,000 MT monthly for 12 months. CIF Cambodia, payment by irrevocable .....show more

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2026-10-22

Electronic Waste Scrap

Electronic waste scrap wanted, one 20-foot container, priced per metric ton, CIF or FOB to the United States. Payment terms to be agreed with sellers......show more

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XXXXXXXXXXX

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2026-10-22

Aluminium UBC Scrap

Aluminium UBC scrap of USA origin only, 1,000 metric tons, FOB terms, destination United States. Payment by L/C, suppliers from the United States. HS .....show more

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Requested on

2026-10-22

Gold Dores

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Requested on

2026-10-05

Wanted: Gold, Bitcoin, Sugar & Energy Commodities

We are looking to purchase the following commodities: • Gold doré and bullion — all quantities considered. • Bitcoin — purchase with USDT or fiat. • .....show more

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2026-10-02