Commercial terms
Dried Galangal MOQ, Incoterms, and Export Documents
Unclear commercial terms stop more inquiries than price does. This page states what we can publish and what is confirmed in the written quotation. You can then decide whether to send us a brief.
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) by Format
MOQ is stated per format, not as one site-wide figure. Slices go through a cutting and sorting step that whole pieces do not. The two formats therefore need different production commitments, even at the same weight in metric tons.
| Product | MOQ | Notes |
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| Dried galangal slices | On request | Trial quantities reviewed before quotation |
| Dried galangal whole & chunk | On request | Trial quantities reviewed before quotation |
Below-MOQ and mixed-load requests are reviewed case by case. See the part-load section below.
See the specification for dried galangal slices → and see the specification for whole & chunk →.
Incoterms, Payment, and Currency
We quote both FOB and CIF. FOB suits buyers with their own freight contracts. CIF suits buyers who prefer one landed price. The quotation states the Incoterm and the port it applies to.
The port of loading is stated in the quotation for the offered lot. It depends on where the material is produced and consolidated.
Payment terms are stated in the written quotation before you commit. If your procurement process requires a specific instrument, such as a letter of credit, state it in the brief. We confirm in writing whether we can accept it.
Quotations are issued in USD.
Export Documents by Destination
The document set is agreed per destination and confirmed before shipment. Nothing is assembled after the container leaves.
Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, and certificate of origin.
A phytosanitary certificate is issued by the Indonesian agricultural quarantine authority and arranged per shipment. For the United States, we file FDA prior notice before arrival, and facility registration details are provided with the documents. For the European Union, the residue limits for the destination are included in the laboratory plan before shipment.
Issued by an independent laboratory. The Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirms that moisture, foreign matter, and microbiological results match the specification you agreed. It is not a general grade statement. See how a lot is specified and verified →
Issued by the competent Indonesian authority. If a preferential form applies to your route, state it in the brief. Buyers use this form to claim a reduced import tariff, so the form must be correct before shipment.
Weight and quality certificates, and inspection reports when you have appointed an agent.
Orders Smaller Than a Full Container
Most first orders for dried galangal are smaller than a full container. A part load can fail in 2 ways: the supplier refuses it, or the supplier accepts it and then holds the shipment for months until another order fills the container. We tell you in advance which situation applies to your quantity.
Three factors decide whether a part load works. First, volume against weight. Dried galangal is light for its volume, so a small weight can still take more container space than you expect, and space is what costs money. Second, timing. A part load waits for a suitable sailing, and we state that waiting time before you commit. Third, format mix. Slices and whole or chunk share one document set and one loading plan, so combining both formats to reach a workable volume adds no paperwork.
We tell you which of the three factors limits your quantity, instead of quoting a date we cannot keep. If a part load does not work, the answer is a larger first order or a longer wait. You hear that answer before you commit.
Six Steps From Inquiry to Shipment
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Inquiry
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Quotation
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Sample
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Contract
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Quality Check
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Shipment
Shipping and Document Questions
What HS code applies to dried galangal?
The Harmonized System (HS) code is confirmed per shipment and stated on the export documents. The correct code depends on the form of the goods and on how the destination customs authority classifies it. We do not publish one code for all destinations, because an incorrect code costs the importer duty and delays. Ask in your brief, and we confirm the classification for your destination.
Do you quote FOB or CIF?
Both. FOB suits buyers with their own freight arrangements. CIF suits buyers who prefer one landed price. The quotation states the Incoterm and the port it is priced against.
Can I order slices and whole or chunk in one shipment?
Yes, and this often helps a smaller order reach a workable volume. The two formats share one document set and one loading plan, so combining them adds no paperwork. Each format is still specified separately within the same order.
How long does shipment take after the order is confirmed?
Lead time is stated in the written quotation. It depends on the product, the packing specification, and lot availability at the time of booking. A date quoted before those are known is only a guess, and we do not quote guesses.
Will you ship below the stated MOQ?
Trial quantities are reviewed before quotation. Whether a below-MOQ order works usually depends on whether it can share a container with another shipment.
Send your destination port and quantity. We reply with the Incoterm, documents, and lead-time basis for that route.