Commodity Importers: Pay Peru Suppliers Fast
Import raw commodities including grains, metals, minerals, and agricultural products Send PEN payments to Peru suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 82% vs traditional banks.
Save £2,319 per £100k Payment
Typical savings for Commodity Importers paying Peru 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
- ✓ Plin available
- ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
At £1M-£20M monthly volume, save £27,828/year
Common Challenges: Commodity Importers in Peru
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 Reserva del Perú regulations
- SUNAT (Tax Authority) documentation
- IGV (VAT 18%) on goods and services
- Mining sector oversight
How Unicorn Solves Commodity Importers Payment Challenges in Peru
Fast Settlement: T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
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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 Peru regulations.Banco Central de Reserva del Perú regulations handled automatically.
Commodity Importers Payment Profile
Understanding the payment dynamics of Commodity Importers when paying Peru 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 Peru Supplier Types for Commodity Importers
Common Peru Suppliers
- Copper mines (Arequipa, Cusco)
- Textile manufacturers (Lima, Arequipa)
- Agricultural exporters (La Libertad)
- Seafood processors (Paracas, Chimbote)
Payment Tips for Peru
- Peru = Copper/silver leader, textile exporter
- Plin/Yape gaining traction for PEN payments
- Lima = Main business hub
- Strong textile manufacturing (Pima cotton) - competitive pricing
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