Commodity Importers: Pay Chile Suppliers Fast
Import raw commodities including grains, metals, minerals, and agricultural products Send CLP payments to Chile suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 81% vs traditional banks.
Save £2,220 per £100k Payment
Typical savings for Commodity Importers paying Chile 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
- ✓ TEF (Transferencia Electrónica de Fondos) available
- ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
At £1M-£20M monthly volume, save £26,640/year
Common Challenges: Commodity Importers in Chile
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 Chile regulations
- Servicio Nacional de Aduanas documentation
- IVA (VAT 19%) on goods and services
- Chilean Copper Commission oversight
How Unicorn Solves Commodity Importers Payment Challenges in Chile
Fast Settlement: T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
Use TEF (Transferencia Electrónica de Fondos) for instant CLP settlement.Chilean electronic funds transfer system
Real-Time FX Exposure Tracking
Upload supplier invoices as PDFs. Our AI OCR extracts amounts and currencies. See exactly what waiting costs you in real-time. Lock rates for 15 seconds when you see a good rate.
0.14s Compliance Screening
Automated compliance checks for Chile regulations.Banco Central de Chile regulations handled automatically.
Commodity Importers Payment Profile
Understanding the payment dynamics of Commodity Importers when paying Chile 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 Chile Supplier Types for Commodity Importers
Common Chile Suppliers
- Copper mines (Atacama region)
- Wine exporters (Central Valley, Colchagua)
- Fruit growers (Central Valley)
- Salmon farms (Los Lagos region)
Payment Tips for Chile
- Chile = Copper leader (30% global supply), lithium exporter
- TEF standard for CLP payments
- Santiago = Main business hub
- Commodity-driven economy - pricing tied to metal/agricultural markets
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