Commodity Importers: Pay Israel Suppliers Fast
Import raw commodities including grains, metals, minerals, and agricultural products Send ILS payments to Israel suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 81% vs traditional banks.
Save £2,125 per £100k Payment
Typical savings for Commodity Importers paying Israel 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
- ✓ Masav available
- ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
At £1M-£20M monthly volume, save £25,500/year
Common Challenges: Commodity Importers in Israel
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 of Israel regulations
- Israeli Customs documentation
- VAT (17%) on goods and services
- Ministry of Defense approvals for defense equipment
How Unicorn Solves Commodity Importers Payment Challenges in Israel
Fast Settlement: T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
Use Masav for instant ILS settlement.Israel automated clearing house, widely used
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 Israel regulations.Bank of Israel regulations handled automatically.
Commodity Importers Payment Profile
Understanding the payment dynamics of Commodity Importers when paying Israel 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 Israel Supplier Types for Commodity Importers
Common Israel Suppliers
- Tech companies (Tel Aviv, Herzliya)
- Cybersecurity firms (Tel Aviv, Beersheba)
- Medical device manufacturers (Jerusalem, Haifa)
- AgTech companies (Negev region)
Payment Tips for Israel
- Israel = Startup nation, cybersecurity leader
- Masav standard for ILS business payments
- Tel Aviv = Tech hub, Jerusalem = Government center
- Strong R&D capabilities - innovation focus
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