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Commodity Importers: Pay Indonesia Suppliers Fast

Import raw commodities including grains, metals, minerals, and agricultural products Send IDR payments to Indonesia suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 82% vs traditional banks.

Save £2,320 per £100k Payment

Typical savings for Commodity Importers paying Indonesia suppliers

Traditional Bank
£2,825
FX Spread: 2.8% + £25 fee
  • ❌ 2-3 day settlement
  • ❌ Hidden FX margins
  • ❌ High correspondent bank fees
  • ❌ Manual compliance checks
Unicorn Currencies
£505
FX Spread: 0.5% + £5 fee
  • T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
  • ✓ Transparent pricing
  • BI-FAST available
  • ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
Your Annual Savings
82%
£2,320 per £100k

At £1M-£20M monthly volume, save £27,840/year

Common Challenges: Commodity Importers in Indonesia

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

  • Bank Indonesia FX regulations
  • Indonesian Customs documentation
  • VAT (11%) on imports
  • OJK (Financial Services Authority) oversight

How Unicorn Solves Commodity Importers Payment Challenges in Indonesia

Fast Settlement: T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)

Use BI-FAST for instant IDR settlement.Bank Indonesia instant payment system, 24/7

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 Indonesia regulations.Bank Indonesia FX regulations handled automatically.

Commodity Importers Payment Profile

Understanding the payment dynamics of Commodity Importers when paying Indonesia suppliers

Payment Timing

LC at sight standard for bulk commodities. Payment triggers on Bill of Lading. Futures contracts: margin calls and settlement dates.

Settlement Priority: HIGH: LC documents must be perfect. Delays = demurrage on bulk carriers (£10k-50k/day for vessels). Timing critical for futures settlement.

📄 Invoice Terms

LC at sight (90% of bulk), CAD for established relationships, futures exchange settlement terms. Prepayment rare except spot purchases.

Cash Flow Pattern:

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.

Supplier Relationships:

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 Indonesia Supplier Types for Commodity Importers

Common Indonesia Suppliers

  • Palm oil plantations (Sumatra, Kalimantan)
  • Textile factories (Java, Bali)
  • Coal mines (Kalimantan)
  • Coffee exporters (Sumatra, Java)

Payment Tips for Indonesia

  • Indonesia = Largest palm oil producer, textile exporter
  • BI-FAST enables instant IDR settlement
  • Jakarta + Surabaya = Main business hubs
  • Island logistics - consider shipping times
Typical Transaction Size
£30k-£150k
Compliance Notice: Subject to sanctions and compliance screening. Certain industries and countries not supported.

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