Commodity Importers: Pay Sri Lanka Suppliers Fast
Import raw commodities including grains, metals, minerals, and agricultural products Send LKR payments to Sri Lanka suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 84% vs traditional banks.
Save £2,617 per £100k Payment
Typical savings for Commodity Importers paying Sri Lanka 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
- ✓ LankaPay available
- ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
At £1M-£20M monthly volume, save £31,404/year
Common Challenges: Commodity Importers in Sri Lanka
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
- Central Bank of Sri Lanka FX regulations
- Sri Lanka Customs documentation
- VAT (15%) on goods and services
- Board of Investment approvals for certain sectors
How Unicorn Solves Commodity Importers Payment Challenges in Sri Lanka
Fast Settlement: T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
Use LankaPay for instant LKR settlement.Sri Lanka instant payment platform
Real-Time FX Exposure Tracking
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0.14s Compliance Screening
Automated compliance checks for Sri Lanka regulations.Central Bank of Sri Lanka FX regulations handled automatically.
Commodity Importers Payment Profile
Understanding the payment dynamics of Commodity Importers when paying Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka Supplier Types for Commodity Importers
Common Sri Lanka Suppliers
- Tea estates (Kandy, Nuwara Eliya)
- Garment factories (Colombo, Katunayake)
- Rubber producers (Western Province)
- Gem traders (Colombo, Ratnapura)
Payment Tips for Sri Lanka
- Sri Lanka = Ceylon tea leader, garment exporter
- LankaPay enables instant LKR settlement
- Colombo = Main business hub
- Economic challenges - confirm supplier stability
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