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Commodity Importers: Pay Turkey Suppliers Fast

Import raw commodities including grains, metals, minerals, and agricultural products Send TRY payments to Turkey suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 87% vs traditional banks.

Save £3,530 per £100k Payment

Typical savings for Commodity Importers paying Turkey suppliers

Traditional Bank
£4,035
FX Spread: 4% + £35 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
  • BKM (Interbank Card Center) available
  • ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
Your Annual Savings
87%
£3,530 per £100k

At £1M-£20M monthly volume, save £42,360/year

Common Challenges: Commodity Importers in Turkey

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 Turkey (TCMB) regulations
  • High inflation - TRY volatility extreme
  • Many suppliers prefer EUR/USD invoicing
  • Turkish customs documentation required

How Unicorn Solves Commodity Importers Payment Challenges in Turkey

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

Use BKM (Interbank Card Center) for instant TRY settlement.Turkey's national payment system

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 Turkey regulations.Central Bank of Turkey (TCMB) regulations handled automatically.

Commodity Importers Payment Profile

Understanding the payment dynamics of Commodity Importers when paying Turkey 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 Turkey Supplier Types for Commodity Importers

Common Turkey Suppliers

  • Textile manufacturers (Istanbul, Bursa, Denizli)
  • Automotive parts (Bursa, Kocaeli)
  • Agricultural exporters (Izmir, Antalya)
  • White goods manufacturers (Istanbul)

Payment Tips for Turkey

  • TRY highly volatile - lock rates immediately or use EUR/USD
  • Turkey strategic location between Europe/Asia
  • Strong textile and automotive sectors
  • Political/economic volatility - use hedging
Typical Transaction Size
£40k-£180k
Compliance Notice: Subject to sanctions and compliance screening. Certain industries and countries not supported.

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