Commodity Importers: Pay Thailand Suppliers Fast
Import raw commodities including grains, metals, minerals, and agricultural products Send THB payments to Thailand suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 81% vs traditional banks.
Save £2,120 per £100k Payment
Typical savings for Commodity Importers paying Thailand suppliers
- ❌ 2-3 day settlement
- ❌ Hidden FX margins
- ❌ High correspondent bank fees
- ❌ Manual compliance checks
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- ✓ Transparent pricing
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At £1M-£20M monthly volume, save £25,440/year
Common Challenges: Commodity Importers in Thailand
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 Thailand FX regulations
- Thai Customs documentation
- VAT (7%) on imports
- BOI (Board of Investment) incentives for certain sectors
How Unicorn Solves Commodity Importers Payment Challenges in Thailand
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0.14s Compliance Screening
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Commodity Importers Payment Profile
Understanding the payment dynamics of Commodity Importers when paying Thailand 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 Thailand Supplier Types for Commodity Importers
Common Thailand Suppliers
- Automotive parts (Bangkok, Rayong)
- Textile manufacturers (Bangkok, Chiang Mai)
- Food processors (Bangkok, Chonburi)
- Electronics assemblers (Ayutthaya)
Payment Tips for Thailand
- Thailand = Automotive hub (Toyota, Honda), food export leader
- PromptPay widely adopted - instant B2B payments
- Bangkok + Eastern Economic Corridor = Manufacturing zones
- Seasonal considerations - monsoon affects logistics
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