Global Trade Terms
Reliable Incoterms, payment guidelines and cargo integrity standards for international wholesale partners.
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At Beirut Lebanese Foods, we believe in clear, fair guidelines to ensure seamless factory-direct exports. Below are our standard operating terms for international B2B transactions.
Pricing & Currency
Simple commercial terms that keep export orders clear from quotation to dispatch.
USD Quotations
All quotations are provided in USD ($) for international B2B orders.
30-Day Validity
Quotes remain valid for 30 days due to raw material and currency fluctuations.
Factory Direct
No hidden freight margins. Buyers keep full control of shipment planning.
Shipping Terms
Choose the collection model that fits your forwarding and import workflow.
Ex Works
Buyer handles all logistics from our production floor.
Free Carrier
We handle inland transit from Zahle and clear goods for export.
| Term | Responsibility | Point of Transfer |
|---|---|---|
| EXW (Ex Works) | Buyer handles all logistics from our production floor. | Zahle Factory Gate (Bekaa) |
| FCA (Free Carrier) | We handle inland transit from Zahle and clear goods for export. | Beirut Port Terminal / Consolidator |
Industrial Payment Protocol
Our payment structure protects production planning, raw material allocation and export readiness.
Advance Deposit
Required to initiate raw material allocation and stone-milling.
Balance Payment
Paid against the Ready for Dispatch notice for EXW or upon delivery to port for FCA.
Security: All transactions are conducted via bank-to-bank SWIFT transfer. Goods are released upon 100% confirmation of funds.
Container Engineering
Engineered loading protocols help protect Zahle-milled products during global transit.
Palletization
Goods are secured on heat-treated ISPM 15 pallets, optimized for volume utilization and stability.
Thermal Shield Lining
Recommended for temperature-sensitive shipments to prevent quality loss and oil separation.
Moisture Control
Industrial-grade desiccant packs can be integrated to prevent condensation during long-haul transit.
Documentation & Labeling
We provide Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Certificates of Origin, and Halal/Health certificates as standard. Private Labeling (OEM) is available subject to specific MOQs and lead times from our Zahle facility.