Coffee Importers: Pay Thailand Suppliers Fast
Import green coffee beans, roasted coffee, and specialty coffee products from origin countries Send THB payments to Thailand suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 81% vs traditional banks.
Save £2,120 per £100k Payment
Typical savings for Coffee Importers paying Thailand suppliers
- ❌ 2-3 day settlement
- ❌ Hidden FX margins
- ❌ High correspondent bank fees
- ❌ Manual compliance checks
- ✓ T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
- ✓ Transparent pricing
- ✓ PromptPay available
- ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
At £300k-£2M monthly volume, save £25,440/year
Common Challenges: Coffee Importers in Thailand
Industry Pain Points
- FX volatility between contract and delivery (3-6 month gap)
- Demurrage costs on delayed containers ($150-300/day)
- Payment timing pressure from suppliers
- Thin margins (8-12%) vulnerable to FX swings
Country-Specific Considerations
- Bank of Thailand FX regulations
- Thai Customs documentation
- VAT (7%) on imports
- BOI (Board of Investment) incentives for certain sectors
How Unicorn Solves Coffee Importers Payment Challenges in Thailand
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Coffee Importers Payment Profile
Understanding the payment dynamics of Coffee Importers when paying Thailand suppliers
⏱ Payment Timing
Letter of Credit (LC) at shipment or Net 30-60 days after container arrival
📄 Invoice Terms
LC for orders $50k+ (Green Coffee), Net 30 for established relationships, 50% prepayment for new suppliers
Seasonal harvest peaks (Oct-Mar Southern hemisphere, Apr-Sep Northern). Bi-weekly container arrivals during harvest, monthly off-season.
📊 FX Risk Profile
HIGH: 3-6 month contract-to-delivery gap. BRL and VND volatility. 10% FX swing eliminates entire 8-12% profit margin.
Long-term contracts with estates/cooperatives for specialty. Spot market for commodity-grade. Brokers for aggregation.
Common Documentation for Coffee Importers
- Bill of Lading (ocean freight proof)
- Commercial Invoice with ICO standards
- Certificate of Origin (USDA/phytosanitary)
- Quality Report (cupping scores, defect count)
- Insurance Certificate (marine cargo)
Popular Thailand Supplier Types for Coffee Importers
Common Thailand Suppliers
- Automotive parts (Bangkok, Rayong)
- Textile manufacturers (Bangkok, Chiang Mai)
- Food processors (Bangkok, Chonburi)
- Electronics assemblers (Ayutthaya)
Payment Tips for Thailand
- Thailand = Automotive hub (Toyota, Honda), food export leader
- PromptPay widely adopted - instant B2B payments
- Bangkok + Eastern Economic Corridor = Manufacturing zones
- Seasonal considerations - monsoon affects logistics
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