Commodity Importers: Pay Argentina Suppliers Fast
Import raw commodities including grains, metals, minerals, and agricultural products Send ARS payments to Argentina suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 86% vs traditional banks.
Save £3,020 per £100k Payment
Typical savings for Commodity Importers paying Argentina 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
- ✓ CVU (Clave Virtual Uniforme) available
- ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
At £1M-£20M monthly volume, save £36,240/year
Common Challenges: Commodity Importers in Argentina
Industry Pain Points
- Commodity price and FX double exposure
- Large volume transactions (£500k-£5M+)
- Futures contract settlement timing
- Storage and demurrage costs
Country-Specific Considerations
- Banco Central de la República Argentina FX controls
- AFIP (Tax Authority) documentation
- IVA (VAT 21%) on goods and services
- Currency restrictions - confirm compliance
How Unicorn Solves Commodity Importers Payment Challenges in Argentina
Fast Settlement: T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
Use CVU (Clave Virtual Uniforme) for instant ARS settlement.Argentina instant payment system
Real-Time FX Exposure Tracking
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0.14s Compliance Screening
Automated compliance checks for Argentina regulations.Banco Central de la República Argentina FX controls handled automatically.
Commodity Importers Payment Profile
Understanding the payment dynamics of Commodity Importers when paying Argentina suppliers
⏱ Payment Timing
LC at sight standard for bulk commodities. Payment triggers on Bill of Lading. Futures contracts: margin calls and settlement dates.
📄 Invoice Terms
LC at sight (90% of bulk), CAD for established relationships, futures exchange settlement terms. Prepayment rare except spot purchases.
Lumpy, shipment-based. Harvest cycles create seasonal concentration. Futures positions require margin. Storage costs if holding physical.
📊 FX Risk Profile
EXTREME: Double exposure (commodity price + FX). USD pricing standard. BRL, ZAR, AUD volatility. Must hedge both or accept speculation risk.
Trading houses, cooperatives, direct from producers. Exchange-traded relationships. Long-term contracts for supply security. Brokers for spot.
Common Documentation for Commodity Importers
- Bill of Lading (ocean)
- Certificate of Origin
- Quality/Grade Certificate
- Phytosanitary Certificate (agricultural)
- Weight Certificate (independent surveyor)
Popular Argentina Supplier Types for Commodity Importers
Common Argentina Suppliers
- Agricultural exporters (Pampas region)
- Beef producers (Buenos Aires, Santa Fe)
- Wine makers (Mendoza, San Juan)
- Lithium mines (Salta, Jujuy)
Payment Tips for Argentina
- Argentina = Agricultural powerhouse, beef/soybean exporter
- Currency volatility HIGH - FX hedging critical
- Buenos Aires = Main business hub
- Capital controls - confirm payment feasibility before contracting
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