When your goods arrive at Chittagong port, they cannot simply be picked up. They must be assessed and cleared through customs first, and that is the job of a C&F agent. For most importers, a reliable clearing and forwarding partner is what keeps a shipment moving. What Does a C&F Agent Do The Customs Clearance […]
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Practical guides on importing and sourcing from China to Bangladesh – covering freight, customs, suppliers, quality control and trade costs from the DE International team.
Importing runs on paperwork. Missing or inconsistent documents are one of the fastest ways to get a shipment stuck at the port. Here are the core documents you will deal with on almost every import from China to Bangladesh. Commercial Invoice The commercial invoice is the seller’s bill for the goods. It states the products, […]
For larger orders from China, Bangladeshi importers most often pay through a letter of credit. An LC protects both sides of the deal, but the process can feel complex the first time. Here is a plain-language explanation. What Is a Letter of Credit A letter of credit is a guarantee from your bank that the […]
When a supplier quotes a price, that price means very little until you know the Incoterm attached to it. Incoterms are standard trade terms that define who pays for shipping, who carries the risk, and at what point responsibility passes from seller to buyer. Two suppliers quoting the “same” price under different Incoterms can mean […]