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| Transferable RDLC | 11/21/2009 |
Q: We are a reseller company in oil and rice trading business. our contracts are consisted of year(12 ...
A: resellers? Correctly defined- You mean intermediary "Buyer/seller" - You buy from supplier as Buyer ...
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| Amendments | 11/19/2009 |
Q: I am an intermediary. The buyer of a sugar deal I have says these amendments are standard ...
A: Your are a Intermediary ? But? you a not ITSI or FYBR V informed intermediary ? Otherwise you ...
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| DLC Conditions | 11/11/2009 |
Q: Davide Papa Thank you for your expert advice. I know I have asked a lot of questions and I hope you ...
A: You need to know a lot to get his application right- The Pre advised UCP 600 is Irrevocable DLC ...
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| oil trading | 11/9/2009 |
Q: I have been asked to help secure a bank letter of credit for a transaction involving the sale of ...
A: It's rubbish..They don't have anything- They think that by getting a BCL they can go to the Russian ...
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| Step by Step Oil Contract | 11/7/2009 |
Q: David, I am in the infancy process of putting together a strong crude oil deal. I need a step by ...
A: You need to study and learn FYBR as advised on my website- it takes months of study learning and ...
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| Gazprom D2 oil offer | 11/4/2009 |
Q: You have been a lot of help to me in the past and I thank you so very much. I trust no ones advice ...
A: It's a fake- The person giving it to you thinks it s real- intermediary chasing intermediary Good ...
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| Background Checks | 10/24/2009 |
Q: Your inputs here are very helpful. Thanks a lot for your contribution. I am glad that a place such ...
A: I think you've missed the point somewhere- You are not a financial reporting company or bank or the ...
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| Background Checks | 10/24/2009 |
Q: Your inputs here are very helpful. Thanks a lot for your contribution. I am glad that a place such ...
A: Such a nice compliment deserves a good answer- The basis of the whole intermediary trading ...
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| How to secure my commission as a S.I. | 10/22/2009 |
Q: I'm aware of your existence since last monday 19th of october. I appreciate very much your advice ...
A: (1) All been stated in past answers- Learn effective intermediary procedures and become the actual ...
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| spot deal | 10/20/2009 |
Q: Davide Papa My friend has lost $90,000 through fraud. My friend nominated a vessel (that did not ...
A: Intermediary sellsw FOB - the End Buyer orders/Charters the ship. Not the intermediary buyer but ...
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| maritime law | 10/16/2009 |
Q: Davide Papa My friend has lost $90,000 through fraud. My friend nominated a vessel (that did not ...
A: (1) There are no $90,000 oil deals Nobody is going to ship 200 to 300 MT of crude oil - Thats ...
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| D2 deal almost done!!! Part 2 | 10/15/2009 |
Q: Papa, Based on further reading of past answered questions presented to you, I can see ...
A: Again thank you for your compliments - Only those how have purchased my publication on my site can ...
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| D2 deal almost done!!! | 10/15/2009 |
Q: Papa, I have in my hands a D2 and jet fuel supply deal pending a buyer. In Texas I ...
A: Let me try and steer you in the right direction. (1) But you have no supplier- You only have ...
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| Performance Guarantee | 10/14/2009 |
Q: We have agreed as buyers to a DLC to be issued to the seller and have asked the seller for a ...
A: Right on- It is a risk. Lack of knowledge also contributes to the process of a problematic deal. ...
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| Performance Guarantee | 10/13/2009 |
Q: We have agreed as buyers to a DLC to be issued to the seller and have asked the seller for a ...
A: I am assuming Bulk carrier deal and not Container deals are in play- In basic form- (1) ...
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| Oil take over | 10/11/2009 |
Q: Am just a student and am trying to understand the oil business. Is there such a thing as a crude oil ...
A: Yes There is such a thing- especially for the offshore Biafra (Angola) Ocean delivery (Owned by ...
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| urgent | 10/9/2009 |
Q: pls i want to know how i can become an internatoal crude oil broker. i need more information and the ...
A: Ostensibly being the one of the very few Intermediary experts on the planet, I can tell you that ...
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| Contract deal | 9/30/2009 |
Q: I am doing a contract deal for 12 months, as the PIA I have discussed with buyer to open a PA UCP ...
A: Non cumulative revovling credit- (in the USA it's somtimes referred to "evergreen credit") A credit ...
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| Contract deal | 9/29/2009 |
Q: I am doing a contract deal for 12 months, as the PIA I have discussed with buyer to open a PA UCP ...
A: You have to guarantee the whole contract otherwise the buyer will buy one shipment and cancel the ...
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| transferable dc | 9/28/2009 |
Q: good day,my quetion is ,in transferable L/C who has the right to add his confirmation and is it ...
A: The "end buyer" Issues a UCP600 DLC to the intermediary, defined as the "Seller" - The seller ...
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| FOB/CIF | 9/28/2009 |
Q: Davide, Thanks for the PPI cert. info. We got quote from supplier, then sent our quote to end buyer ...
A: How can I advise on such a matter? I am here to answer straight forward questions- You now ask me ...
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| PPI Certificate | 9/24/2009 |
Q: Mr. Papa, Just got on this site and yours and I know you have heard it dozen times, doesnt hurt to ...
A: (1) Guide me on getting the PPI certificate. Where and how so I can get to the issuing bank to ...
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| transferable credit | 9/16/2009 |
Q: how can advising bank transfer a transferable credit confirmed and available with nominated bank ? ...
A: You question in ambiguous- and not clear- Let me see if below may give you the answer- (a) Then ...
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| transferable credit | 9/15/2009 |
Q: how can advising bank transfer a transferable credit confirmed and available with nominated bank ? ...
A: You need to learn intermediary effective procedures fully to understand the answer , neverthless ...
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| Method of Payment | 9/13/2009 |
Q: very informative. Is this safe to accept as method of payment? Buyer bank do NOT accept issue BCL ...
A: I assume you have asked for a UCP600 DLC from the buyer.I assume you have secured the offer from ...
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| Intermediary procedures | 9/7/2009 |
Q: I have been reading through your answers and still have a few queries regarding this industry. I ...
A: There is no way to EFFECTIVELY protect commission as a sourcing intermediary- you must become a ...
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| Importing wine from France | 9/7/2009 |
Q: I am of French heritage, and my wife and I think it would be personally rewarding to import wine ...
A: All wine question are Exhausted-It's all been said- Please refer to the vast information about wine ...
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| Exporter Licenses | 9/4/2009 |
Q: We are a small start-up company that will export wines directly from Washington state to China. We ...
A: Follow my lead -ASSUME THERE IS A LOT MORE TO KNOW- If you are selling wines for export - then you ...
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| Products Specification | 8/31/2009 |
Q: In my quest to secure supply, i believe my Inquiries are always being trashed due to inappropriate ...
A: Send me an inquiry- See how I answer it. Send it to davide_ftnexporting@yahoo.com.au I have ...
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| crude oil sale intermediary procedure | 8/28/2009 |
Q: Northern Africa oil producer is willing to appoint us as its intermediary for crude oil sale to ...
A: I can't simply explain such complex procedures - It takes months and years of study and ...
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| D2 gost 10585-75 | 8/25/2009 |
Q: Papa I had a good buyer from China on D2.. I am looking for a good reliable supplier.. So many ...
A: Buyers are not the problem- Getting real supplier is - First rule is secure supply. Nobody is going ...
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| OSTENSIBLE AUTHORITY | 8/4/2009 |
Q: In my ceaseless quest for ostensible authority on an eventual real supply i was able to secure one ...
A: Again wrong place, wrong question- Let me give you some insight- I have 20 tons of frozen chicken ...
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| Book? | 7/30/2009 |
Q: Do you happen to have a book that one can buy to read up? Thierry.
A: Go to itsi.itgo.com front page which has reference to Gowers Link- FTN exporitng Publication is ...
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| HSFO cst 180 | 7/25/2009 |
Q: Many thanks Papa so much for the learning curve patience and commitment. I would wish to know the ...
A: Read carefully- FYBR study application- You act as a Buyer seller . The first rule, the golden ...
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| HSFO cst 180 | 7/23/2009 |
Q: Still in a mess in securing a supplier for HSFO cst 180 from a mandate to be of an end-buyer in ...
A: Product is not on the www.ftnx.9f.com This is the wrong forum for such a question- It's not that ...
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| Russian Export Proceedures | 7/22/2009 |
Q: Sir, Must one obtain a transaction code to export products from Russia via RNEMA RUSSI ...
A: I am not sure what you are saying- A Government backed agency has its own internal process- just ...
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| HIGH SULPHUR FUEL OIL cst 180 | 7/18/2009 |
Q: Honourable Papa, Kindly advise precisely on where and how to secure supply for HIGH SULPHUR FUEL OIL ...
A: Wronng type fo queastion for thsi site- You need to source it yourself - You need to secure supply ...
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| Bank Guaranty | 7/16/2009 |
Q: Good day Sir/Madam We are sika Kasa Mininig company We write to seek for your Service We ...
A: If you have the gold as "supplier in possession" then advise me on davide_frnexporting@yahoo.com.au ...
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| Securing A Supplier. | 7/8/2009 |
Q: Many thanks for all the continual supports and head ups. I would like to have further advice on what ...
A: If you are asking a supplier for crude oil then thye MUST give you a quote or offer -MUST. If you ...
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| Verifying a supplier. | 7/6/2009 |
Q: I would need a great help as to how i can verify a SUPPLIER that i might think i have through a ...
A: The offer provided or "Request for a quote sought" is the very first thing that is obtained- If you ...
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| WINE IMPORT | 7/3/2009 |
Q: I have read a recent article from a fellow wine importer but I have a slightly different ...
A: This site is for intermediaries- that is; a Buyer of goods buying from a Supplier and reselling to ...
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| AGI URPIB REGISTRATION FORM.NO CHARGE: First Year Registration | 6/25/2009 |
Q: Fundermentally and Technically i strongly agree with you that i should commence the practicable and ...
A: Yes that's the only way to really be 100% safe. You can use intermediaires to source end buyers BUT ...
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| D2 Gas Oil and Crude Oil Supplies | 6/25/2009 |
Q: Papa, I am uttermostly grateful for the prompt and genuine set of unavoidable procedures you had ...
A: Much appreciated. Great effort and nerves of steel were needed to challenge the flawed procedures ...
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| Bonny Light Crude Oil | 6/23/2009 |
Q: For the past 5 years I have been pursing sourcing intermediaries in Nigeria to obtain bonny light ...
A: You cannot make a move nor pay anyone any money or do any such steps to start negotiation unless ...
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| import export INTERMEDIARY mentorship | 6/23/2009 |
Q: Surfing the internet for ages @ times without stumbling on such a great value added edge like yours ...
A: I know what you are feeling I wasted 6 or 7 years doing the same when i started in 1988. I went to ...
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| Transport/Contract Q's - Pick up wine FOT in ARG -- Selling CIF to China -- Ownership pass? | 6/22/2009 |
Q: I am following up from our last correspondence. As usual we must thank you, as you were nice enough ...
A: You are asking me t transverse the whole trading application because everything is branches off to ...
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| From past failures to hopefully a diferent future | 6/17/2009 |
Q: Mr. Papa, I wish I had come across your website a few years ago! Not knowing anything about this ...
A: I know what you mean-It's terrible out there- The Business is indeed Viable, exciting - but tough. ...
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| Documents | 6/12/2009 |
Q: Pls I wld like to know the documents that is required from anyone claiming to be a mandate agent of ...
A: Go to http//: www.itsi.itgo.com -Mandate advice is offered in FAQ and other page marked "Mandate' ...
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| FYBR purchase | 6/8/2009 |
Q: You can be sure that i will take this matter further. I have consulted my lawyer and he's made it ...
A: My pleasure- although I can't recall the question nor situation-I looked back at past answer and ...
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| Final stages of putting together a FOB sale of Arg Wine to China | 6/5/2009 |
Q: I emailed you a few months back when I was beginning a business with my mother. We were aspiring to ...
A: There is really no question here- You are asking about a whole doctrine. See if I can spread some ...
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| Re. export import | 6/3/2009 |
Q: I have recently started my export import trading co. I have good contacts in Saudi and am sourcing ...
A: I can't advise you on such a question-It's too complex- i can't advise you on how you must conduct ...
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| Have Buyer But in need of real seller.... | 5/30/2009 |
Q: I have the buyer ready to buy D2 for a contract 500,000 M/T x Month for 12 Months. Now the problem ...
A: It's an ongoing process from the monment you get the offer until closing. It all starts with the ...
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| PA ITDLC and DLC | 5/28/2009 |
Q: How long does it take the bank to verify certificate of goods as defined in the contract so that the ...
A: A Bank verifies nothing- A Bank under UCP600 Rules is not allowed to take part in matters related ...
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| PRE ADVICED DLC & NON OPERATIVE DLC | 5/26/2009 |
Q: I am back again with another questions. I took notice of your recommendation to post my questions ...
A: Please follow the answer to your questions below-most of which are covered in URPB rules found on ...
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| ARGENTINEAN COMMODITY EXPORT | 5/19/2009 |
Q: In first place I would like to give my greatest THANK YOU! Your information available on the ...
A: But it's a process- I can't teach you the process on this formum.Nor can I interact with you on this ...
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| How can I get real buyers/Mandate of Crude Oil | 5/15/2009 |
Q: How do one get to really meet with geniuine buyers or buyers mandates of Crude Oil.I am from Nigeria ...
A: They are probably all fake mandate holders - I have written so much about mandateship- please read ...
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| Commission | 5/12/2009 |
Q: since a couple of month we are connected to a sellers mandater. Can you explain what is the normal ...
A: You can't simply become a mandate holder of a principal. Intermediaries think that because they have ...
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| seller procedures | 5/10/2009 |
Q: I have a seller who implements this procedures.Do you think this procedures are workable?If so, ...
A: Do you have the "supplier in possession " of goods or do you have a "seller" If it's a ...
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| seller procedures | 5/10/2009 |
Q: I have a seller who implements this procedures.Do you think this procedures are workable?If so, ...
A: IF You as an intermediary introduce the buyer to the seller at Number one - Goodbye to deal- You ...
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| can't find real buyers | 5/4/2009 |
Q: it took me over one year to find a real suppler of crude in qatar. i keep running into same BS ...
A: No BCL, MT , ASWP, LOI, NCNDA, MPA, ICPO..etc You need to learn good clear procedures to ...
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| Is there a way to protect a source intermediary from being stiffed by controlling intermediary? | 5/1/2009 |
Q: You last Q&A was on the schematic: Thus as per below typical string contract Schematic- (1) ...
A: No you can't - The chain indicates that only at the end of the actual offer stage only- Three people ...
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| Commission | 4/30/2009 |
Q: since a couple of month we are connected to a sellers mandater. Can you explain what is the normal ...
A: Did you read URPIB rules on my site? - www.itsi.itgo.com A real mandated "seller" acts on behalf of ...
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| Oil Intermediary Transaction via Trade Lawyer or Agent Consultant | 4/29/2009 |
Q: I understand that intermediaries cannot deal in primary contracts, rather only secondary contracts ...
A: I can see my your question that you have taken note of my advice-thus, a good answer is required. ...
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| mandate | 4/28/2009 |
Q: what are the procedures for acting as mandate/intermediary when dealing with gold please?
A: Did you read my last answer re: Mandate- Please go to www.itsi.itgo.com and read matters regarding ...
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| Mandate | 4/28/2009 |
Q: what are a mandate's responsibilities and how is his commission determined?
A: FYBR IV s defines it clearly- As for mandate holders- Anyone claiming to be a mandate holder of a ...
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| seller bank check buyer bank | 4/17/2009 |
Q: Davide Papa, I am dealing with a buyer party who wants to buy a big amount of D2. Point is buyer ...
A: I'm not sure what you are saying? Everything mentioned is unworkable- Sellers bank my check buyer ...
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| LOI, BCL, ICPO | 4/11/2009 |
Q: Not a question, but maybe information of interest to you? I've read with great interest your ...
A: help? Perhaps you can give me up to date shipping quotes from time to time- The question and ...
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| London Shell Screen | 4/10/2009 |
Q: Recently our company has received many offers to sell, with 'Proof of Product' available on 'London ...
A: No for use by intermediary- trash immediately- More misguided intermediaries-usually Nigerian ...
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| Buyer/Seller | 4/6/2009 |
Q: I've read many of your answers with great interest. Apologies in advance if this question has been ...
A: Both legal and ethical-Yes. Ethical- A supplier of coal can't find end buyers- If it does not get ...
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| Start up costs | 4/5/2009 |
Q: I enjoy reading your articles. I, like most others, want to start an import/export business. I ...
A: it's all about learning procedures as it's effectively applied specifically for, intermediary use- ...
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| Documents | 3/31/2009 |
Q: I understand that an intermediary has to keep the buyer and seller apart but eventually they are ...
A: Assume the answer is No OUTRIGHT - THE sellers INVOICE IS REPLACED WITH YOUR INVOICE HENCE , THE ...
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| Bauxite Ore Indonesia Draft Contract. | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I have been reviewing your answer from couple of days and its been great help to me in Moving ...
A: I am prepared to answer ONLY basic intermediary questions to help confused trader and nothing more- ...
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| fail to report | 3/26/2009 |
Q: if the first consignment arrives at the port of Hong kong(buyer)if the goods where damaged or ship’s ...
A: if the first consignment arrives at the port of Hong kong(buyer)if the goods where damaged or ship’s ...
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| fail to report | 3/26/2009 |
Q: if the first consignment arrives at the port of Hong kong(buyer)if the goods where damaged or ship’s ...
A: Your question is too far broad-I can only give insight- You did not explain yourself fully - ...
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| Shipping Terms and Condition | 3/25/2009 |
Q: ! I am bit Confused with the Shipping Language Eg: I have 5000 ton of iron ore cargo from Haldia ...
A: You are not meant to concern yourself in shipping terms- that's a different practice-You sell ...
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| Trading Terms Used For Gold | 3/19/2009 |
Q: First I want to state I'm very naive when it comes to the world of international trade but I'm ...
A: Aurum means Gold -Utalium means nothing- and was thought to mean "Utility or useful"- Thus Useful ...
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| letter of intention | 3/14/2009 |
Q: Davide Andrew, I send you this draft of letter of intention. Because, i want to get know if this ...
A: Again..intermediaries cannot deal in PRIMARY contracts- Only secondary contracts- you cannot reveal ...
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| Bauxite Ore & Iron Ore Business | 3/12/2009 |
Q: Can you give us some Link where from we can know the basic of these Procedure so we can follow them ...
A: I am ostensibly the leading intermediary expert on the planet- My publication is the first of its ...
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| Bauxite Ore & Iron Ore Business | 3/11/2009 |
Q: My Office In Shanghai and i have Few Buyers which are end User of this Product. My Market is for ...
A: There are too many answers here-I cannot answer such as it's all about procedures which are all ...
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| Import and distribution licenses | 3/8/2009 |
Q: Good evening David, We are starting an import and distribution company in South Florida to import a ...
A: Your question has been answered - regardless if its sugar, wine, vitamins or whatever- the same ...
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| Import and distribution licenses | 3/6/2009 |
Q: Good evening David, We are starting an import and distribution company in South Florida to import a ...
A: Statutory business registration and the meeting of such requirements is one thing- I am sure if ...
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| purchasing light crude oil | 3/3/2009 |
Q: I am in contacts with a oil refinery in Asia who is desperately trying to find large quantities of ...
A: (1) First Mistake: Never seek buyer first- Supply always comes first. When you have supply then you ...
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| oil trade realistic commisions | 2/28/2009 |
Q: What will be a realistic commission as intermediary. Say for the so mention d2 Russian or jet fuel. ...
A: The answer given is for all volumes- Now you are asking questions on how to spot scams- that takes ...
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| oil trade realistic commisions | 2/28/2009 |
Q: What will be a realistic commission as intermediary. Say for the so mention d2 Russian or jet fuel.
A: Your are talking about cents per gallon- or 1.0-to 1.25% range per MT and that's for everyone AS A ...
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| Chilean export laws | 2/26/2009 |
Q: I am a licensed import customs broker and i recently started working importing wine from Chile. My ...
A: The problem with your question is that its way to complex of an answer to give in this forum-BUT ...
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| sourcing skills | 2/19/2009 |
Q: Pls Davide, i need this very important advice from you. I have been learning from you for years now. ...
A: Sourcing is a skill on its own- it takes time and it's not easy - you are competing with millions of ...
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| Agent of Oil Company | 2/17/2009 |
Q: Benefiting from my wide range of business relations, I have accumulated a worth database of ...
A: You can't simply "Start trading" it does not work that way- It takes years of sourcing , learning ...
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| Form of Letter of Credit | 2/16/2009 |
Q: Davide, I've purchased your FYBR publication and is slowly making progress thru it. My scenario is ...
A: I think you purchase FYBR from Kamal our reseller thus you should really be asking such questions ...
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| Bill of exchange | 2/14/2009 |
Q: I have been importing wood from ireland by way of guarenteed bill of exchange, at the moment there ...
A: I generally don't answer such matters as intermediaries don't deal in such instruments-(not as per ...
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| importing | 2/11/2009 |
Q: S. The customs broker has asked me to sign a power of attorney to be able to handle the importing of ...
A: Custom brokers are about procedures for the clearance of customs and getting goods to you ...
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| Transferable DLC | 2/10/2009 |
Q: Your answers on this site are very clear and a great help. I have two brief questions. Firstly, if ...
A: Since an intermediary is required to only ask for a UCP600 TDLC, then UCP600 rules prevails- in ...
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| dealing with manufacturers on Alibaba | 2/7/2009 |
Q: Sir, I will like to know how your procedures can be applied to manufacturers we see on Alibaba and ...
A: Always take the information given , search the internet and look for flaws in the advice given- if ...
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| Internatinal trade Schooling for Intermediaries | 2/2/2009 |
Q: Hope you are doing well! What programs or Degree might also aid one who is in the business of ...
A: Many Universities have international trade course- and usually certificate 1 up to 4 taking around ...
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| What is DLC? | 2/1/2009 |
Q: David, What is DLC in Import/ export trade?
A: In the simplest form,please be advised of the following- Any one can write a 'Documentary letter of ...
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| Bank guarantee - draft | 1/20/2009 |
Q: I have a business in Greece, importing batteries. So far, I pay an amount as downpayment and the ...
A: I am not sure what you mean- Many conclusion can come from what you have written-You have answered ...
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| Selling wine from Argentina + Spain in Singapore and mainland China | 1/17/2009 |
Q: Let me first say, your answers to other people's question have been incredibly informative. I thank ...
A: What ever you buyer asks for as a matter of labels has to be applied as a matter of contract- As a ...
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| Intermediary trading | 1/16/2009 |
Q: Davide I am looking for any of your books, FYBR or TWIY etc. Not too easy to find on your website. ...
A: Follow the Yellow brick road 'FYBR" is our current FTN exporting in house publication- TWIY(The ...
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| Verification of Funds | 1/16/2009 |
Q: DavideAndrew Papa, We recently got approached by a company to assist them in getting a Proof of ...
A: Don't waste your time on such a deal- Intermediaries cannot work with such lame procedures- I doubt ...
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| URPIB | 1/5/2009 |
Q: I have searched everywhere for a copy of FTN's URPIB - The Uniform Practices for Brokers and ... ...
A: Go to www.itsi.itgo.com latest edited short form URPIB has been listed this week- Hope it helps ...
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| Next step on securing myself in oil trading deal. | 1/4/2009 |
Q: I am a single mom with 4 young boys,running a small business wanting to get more versed in this oil ...
A: 4 children - What a hand full- and you are attempting to close such a deal as well..? You can't be ...
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| Intermediary | 1/3/2009 |
Q: I’ve recently started to look into the fuel/commodities industry to decide if becoming an ...
A: No an intermediary does not nor NEVER ever uses his own money, hence the said groups advice as ...
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| Licence | 12/19/2008 |
Q: We are an Italian based trading company and we promote Italian food and beverage in the Eastern ...
A: I DON"T ANSWER ANY MORE WINE QUESTIONS, AS PAST ANSWER ARE PLENTY OF THE SUBJECT MATTER-BUT I WILL ...
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| D2 Contracts "what happens now"? | 12/17/2008 |
Q: We have sucessfully put real buyer with real refinery which resulted in a 12 month contract for ...
A: What happens next? Everyone gets circumvented- if the deal is real. Excuses will start coming ...
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| right Procedure is what procedure D2 Oil Deals | 12/14/2008 |
Q: D2 Oil 30M MT Deal SPOT We are novice and found contact on the internet Seller's Side contact and ...
A: I don't like to see intermediaries get shafted, hence i will reply to your question in very basic ...
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| New in the busines, need to know if I'm going the right direction. | 12/10/2008 |
Q: 1.I heard you can make a nice living is this true? 2. What procedures can I take to find who's real ...
A: Yes Kamal is one of my resellers (owner of : exportimportscam) but as already stated in my last ...
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| yet another Argentina wine question | 12/10/2008 |
Q: I have been looking at your past answers regarding wine export from Argentina to foriegn countries ...
A: Pro forma invoice is issued - customer pays up front - you ship the goods- It's done through ...
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| Irrevocable Transferable Letter of Credit | 12/9/2008 |
Q: Jose here from Caroline Springs, Melbourne VIC, Australia. I purchased your ebook TWYII several ...
A: You've jumped ahead - you are dealing in said matters incorrectly- All Australian banks are top ...
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| importing Wine | 12/1/2008 |
Q: I just wanted to know if you have any advise for me as far as importing wine into the U.S. I am ...
A: Refer to my many pages of wine related questions already answered on this site There is nothing ...
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| independent broker, where is the commission? | 12/1/2008 |
Q: i'm independent broker, i just started to do that kind of job. i have the seller and the buyer, i ...
A: You cannot by form a seller , you must only deal from goods as offered from s supplier - and you get ...
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| Advice on Concluding an oil contract deal | 11/27/2008 |
Q: I read a lot about you, and I wonder if you can help me. I been involved for the past two years with ...
A: No chance-unless you are some kind of expert, you'll get circumvented- You have to know little about ...
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| Wine Importer License | 11/24/2008 |
Q: I will be starting an online wines sales business. I would like to know what type of license I will ...
A: Statutory Business permits has nothing to do with international commodity sales- The wine ...
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| Crude oil Answers questionnaire | 11/15/2008 |
Q: mandates calling me about crude oil is there a questionnaire to screen out time wasters i just made ...
A: Did you read my last few answers in relation to mandateship- Have you seen his mandate ship papers ...
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| First Step Complete I have a Supplier | 11/12/2008 |
Q: I have finally secured a supplier of D2. The supplier is a trader and as you explained before...is ...
A: Think about the question? How do you find real buyers? You search the web or yellow pages and find ...
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| Wine Export | 11/12/2008 |
Q: Papa, we are planning to export wine, made in California, to Asia. We are not wine makers and nave ...
A: Can't find answer-(LOL) I must have answered this question a million times/ did you really look? ...
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| Crude Oil | 11/8/2008 |
Q: Papa, I have managed to find a legitimate supplier of Crude in South America,through some political ...
A: NEVER disclose the source- YOU DO THAT , THEN SAY GOOD-BYE OF THE DEAL- The supply information is ...
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| Crude Oil | 11/6/2008 |
Q: Papa, I have managed to find a legitimate supplier of Crude in South America,through some political ...
A: Not a chance- You never go to a gunfight armed with a Knife- Table top meeting not on. Both ...
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| Blue Screen Offer | 11/4/2008 |
Q: I have to thank you because I have been learning so much from you from this site and from your ...
A: Tanks for the compliemts- I try to help. It's another stupid nonsensical procedures-offered by ...
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| How to assure my commission? | 11/3/2008 |
Q: Mr. Papa......I am involve in an oil business. I have de end buyer, but this is asking me for the ...
A: (A little forceful- but with good intent- as I can see other problems with your question) Let me ...
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| How to assure my commission? | 10/31/2008 |
Q: Mr. Papa......I am involve in an oil business. I have de end buyer, but this is asking me for the ...
A: No don't bother with NCNDA - it protects your from nothing- You have to become the buyer/seller- ...
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| Crude Oil supply | 10/27/2008 |
Q: Papa, Great site! Since 2003, I've travelled to Libya,Turkey,Malta,and Russia to meet "Sellers" who, ...
A: No i can't recommend anyone , you must study procedures and try to close the deal yourself- there is ...
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| Crude Oil supply | 10/23/2008 |
Q: Papa, Great site! Since 2003, I've travelled to Libya,Turkey,Malta,and Russia to meet "Sellers" who, ...
A: You never seek the buye First- Always source and secure supply first and only from a SUPPLIER- ...
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| PIP Documents and back to back | 10/23/2008 |
Q: I´M a starting BUYER/SELLER agent. At the moment I have not any direct supplier/producer but I have ...
A: But ! The pre advised DLC has a condition applied that it must first become a no active TIDLC ...
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| Exporting Agricultural products | 10/22/2008 |
Q: Papa: I have been reading some of your answers to the questions posted and I am really impressed by ...
A: Yes! many commodities are controlled by co-operatives, thus nealry impossible for intermediaries to ...
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| wine imports to USA | 10/21/2008 |
Q: I have been in the wine trade for 20 years in various capacities..As a non-us citizen who spends a ...
A: Read and study the very detailed answers given already on wine- then ask specific questions- I have ...
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| about crude oil marketing | 10/16/2008 |
Q: I'M STARTING FIRST APPROACHMENTS WITH REFINERIES ON BEHALF OF AN OIL EXPORTER OF CANADA. PLS INFM ...
A: MT type of payment are internal bank applicaitons for transferring money- Intermediaries cannot use ...
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| mandate crude oil ftn exporting | 10/14/2008 |
Q: mr papa,i must thank you for the wonderful job you are doing which enlighting people on how they can ...
A: But that's where your sourcing skill comes in- thats what makes your business valuable - you ...
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| Education in Oil and Diesel Trading | 10/13/2008 |
Q: I understand and agree with you completely. Out of my own experience I also, never saw a cent after ...
A: This is the problem- FTN exporting is in a very special position as being the only noted ...
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| Argentina | 10/11/2008 |
Q: We are going a private label from Argentina. Our Argentina lawyers and winery says we need to trade ...
A: No, there are serious issues here- that I can only give basic insight to; Think about the ...
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| D2 Deal 12 month /1 month DCL? | 10/7/2008 |
Q: Davide I have requested a RFQ from the supplier, he came back with these terms Payment Terms: BY ...
A: That's nearly right- A UCP600 Non transferable non cumulative revolving Documentary letter of ...
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| Intermediary in sugar trade | 9/26/2008 |
Q: I have a question about what i need to become buyer/seller in an international trade. I understand ...
A: You see Daniel, you may think its a small question you have asked but in fact is very complex- hence ...
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| Iron Offer | 9/2/2008 |
Q: Where can I get buyers of Iron (Rails), we have many offers of rails.
A: This is the wrong forum- You need to source suppliers- this takes tim- Search black sea area-plenty ...
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| Documents and Procedure to export | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I am in South Africa. My friend from Zambia and I have been asked to sell copper ore by owners in ...
A: Wrong forum, wring type of question- All answer you need to know , go back to all the pages i have ...
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| POP before financial instrument is given | 8/30/2008 |
Q: From studying TWIY II, one of the dilemmas I see already is this issue with POP before financial ...
A: (NO SPELL CHECK ..SO FORGIVE AS I WANT TO GO IN DEPTH WITH THIS REPLY) Thank you for you excellent ...
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| representing "undisclosed" suppliers...and question about HMS 1 and 2 prices. | 8/28/2008 |
Q: Still trying to digets the TWIY reading. Thanks for all the mentorship so far. I have one ...
A: Always a pleased to help- so long as you are learning- Yes it's there in TWIY- (1) But if it's a ...
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| Reply to Answer...MT 799 and BGs | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I guess my questions stems from the past couple of HMS 1 and 2 deals I've been trying to conduct, ...
A: Keep away from scrap metal dealers-is my advice- if i contact Exxon Mobile and they reply to me - ...
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| Question about MT799 and Bank Gaurantees | 8/20/2008 |
Q: I've purchased your TWIY literature and had some great conversations with Kamal from SouthHall A. ...
A: As stated in TWIY- You cannot use a bank Guarantee- A Bank guarantee is not a payment ...
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| new in the crude oil business | 8/16/2008 |
Q: I am novice in this trade and would like a piece of advice in the subject matter. I just got hired ...
A: Throw the ICPO away-No table top meeting- intermediaries don't work that way- Any intermediary ...
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| LEARN !!! | 8/12/2008 |
Q: Sir, I'm an Italian girl who lives in Spain, working for an Italian Company, at the International ...
A: You need to learn basic procedures- It's a study. You study then apply to practice what you have ...
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| gold bars for sell | 8/10/2008 |
Q: David i am beginner in commodites and I am working on commission and trying to find direct gold bar ...
A: Keep away from such dealings- You are wasting your time- Too many crooks in the industry, too ...
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| Current insurance rates on crude oil cargoes | 8/5/2008 |
Q: How has the recent significant increase in crude oil prices impacted insurance rates on crude oil ...
A: Again only a general insight is provided-as our expertise is aimed at international trade for ...
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| Current insurance rates on crude oil cargoes | 8/5/2008 |
Q: How has the recent significant increase in crude oil prices impacted insurance rates on crude oil ...
A: Such a difficult subject matter- as an insight let me advise on the following to give you some clear ...
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| new in the crude oil business | 7/30/2008 |
Q: I am novice in this trade and would like a piece of advice in the subject matter. I just got hired ...
A: It's all about acceptable international procedures- It's not easy to advise such matter, as such I ...
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| Glossary of Acronyms | 7/29/2008 |
Q: Andrew, By accident, my company is shifting gears and moving into the wonderful world of trades. ...
A: Such terms are flawed and incorrectly applied-Start using them like so many other misinformed ...
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| Distribution of foreing product in US market | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you could help me to understand the following: We have a product which is being ...
A: You simply provide the right name to the product-and issue it to Intermediaries to find end buyers ...
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| 1st to buyer, not mandate, and not RWA | 7/26/2008 |
Q: I am friends with a person who has a buyer for D2 and JP-54. I found a refinery, Nortagas in ...
A: Nobody is RWA- intermediary must obtain offer, and contract from supplier this will take at least ...
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| D2 Commission | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I am new to trading D2. Can you let me know where to locate information on commission structure for ...
A: i have given a part sample of the intermediary export publication on www.ftnexporting.com- have you ...
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| selling wine to China | 7/21/2008 |
Q: I have read your answer to the bonded winery question on 10/31/2006 regarding shipping to China. I ...
A: No Incoterms EX WORKS, means you sell at factory floor , and at factory prices- the Intermediary or ...
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| wine import in newzealand | 7/20/2008 |
Q: I have a prospective supplier of wine in india and i want to import the wine from him,please suggest ...
A: Samples apply at the local post office- No more than a few cases- as such samples are exported via ...
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| Bulk REO Sales | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I recently read your answer on mandates for an oil purchase. I am a licensed realtor who is ...
A: www.ftnexporting.com has TWIYIII publication as created by me- It applies to use strict laws of ...
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| exclusive vs. sole agency | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I very much enjoy reading your answers, esp. those related to the import/export business. Please ...
A: Too complex again- so here are the approriate insights to draw from- No- "Exclusive Agency" is in ...
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| exclusive vs. sole agency | 7/5/2008 |
Q: I very much enjoy reading your answers, esp. those related to the import/export business. Please ...
A: Too complex of a- Let me simply define it- ie- A mandate ship (Very difficult to get- only very ...
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| fully funded transferable lc | 6/29/2008 |
Q: Straight forward scenario. I'm the middle man; My supplier gives price £XXXX amount i then add £xxxx ...
A: I can't explain 500 pages needed to learn and study correct trading procedures-You are trading ...
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| "Custom Agreement" / custom formalties for wine branding | 6/27/2008 |
Q: I have a situation were a U.S. distributor of foreign wines is requesting a "Custom Agreement" for ...
A: I don't know what you mean, because what you've defined does not make sense as a matter of ...
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| trms of payment to an exporter/we are bueyr | 6/26/2008 |
Q: Below is what i received from the first time exporter to us, Will this method of paymnet be secure ...
A: Under no circumstances- Even if port trouble were resolved overnight. Destination as best is ...
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| Novice intermediary | 6/25/2008 |
Q: Davide, Thank you so much for your sharing your knowledge and insight as far as intermediary is ...
A: You must have purchased TWIY through Kamal (USA)Excellent! I am glad you are willing to learn- Yes! ...
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| Resolution to Closing | 6/25/2008 |
Q: Good Day - Mr. Davide Andrew Papa. I had a questions for you. I have been acting in global trade for ...
A: This is a big question - Naturally I cannot cover all Angles-You must study and learn intermediary ...
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| finding real buyers | 6/23/2008 |
Q: I am just starting out in this so i am sure i could use your help. i have basara light crude oil to ...
A: LOI what's that..? ( Get my point!!!- Your procedures are flawed and incorrect right from the start) ...
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| Italy - Asia - Australia | 6/13/2008 |
Q: Ciao David, Here I am again! I hope my english has improved since last time I submited a question to ...
A: I am not sure of your Question-The terms you use could mean so many things-"Agent on behalf of ...
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| RE: Importation of Cereals | 6/12/2008 |
Q: I would first like to commend you for the good work you are doing. My name is Symon and I have an ...
A: much appreciate it- But the question you asked covers the A to Z of intermediary trading- So many ...
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| OIL/Russia: intermediary vs. trader | 6/9/2008 |
Q: for methodological reasons (writing an article) I look for a definition of oil trader and ...
A: Unless the Agent works for the Russian oil company as an employee or mandated agent-FOR WAGES, then ...
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| Exporting Wine License | 6/3/2008 |
Q: I have read through a number of your past answers and have found them very helpful. I thank you for ...
A: The license to export is held by the winery- you are a "seller" not a "producer/supplier" - you ...
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| sourcing intermediary | 6/2/2008 |
Q: Sir, DO YOU THINK THAT A GOOD SOURCING INTERMEDIARY- NO MATTER HOW WELL INFORMED CAN EVER BE A ...
A: Understand this FACT: 99% of all so called " intermediaries" are trading in nonsese LOI/BCL/POP- ...
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| Import | 5/28/2008 |
Q: I will first give you an overview of the situation and after I will ask my questions. I have found ...
A: If you are Physically buying the goods using your money then sure you are considered to be a ...
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| Two questions | 5/27/2008 |
Q: How does one, as a sourcing intermediary obtain procurement mandates from i.e. mines and once that ...
A: The question is way too broad and amibiguous - You cannot "procure " mandateship- it's conferred to ...
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| Consulting | 5/4/2008 |
Q: I previously asked you a question in regard to a Banana deal I may be able to proceed with. I ...
A: It's now May? the busier I get the less I can offer other services-Some months I am very busy some ...
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| Selling Wines via website | 4/29/2008 |
Q: Davide I would like to set up a website and sell imported wines to the US market. I have ...
A: I'm Located 22,000 Kilometers from your country-Hence matters of tariffs , taxes and the likes has ...
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| banana deal | 4/28/2008 |
Q: Lets say for example a large banana deal of which the buyer is owner of banana vessel to pick up ...
A: Again I've used CAPITALS in reply - Big questions lik this are very difficult so excuse any ...
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| banana deal | 4/23/2008 |
Q: Lets say for example a large banana deal of which the buyer is owner of banana vessel to pick up ...
A: .You've made effort to provide as such..lets see if I can Shed more light on the subject matter-I ...
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| What they stand for LOI+BCL+POP n so manymore? | 4/21/2008 |
Q: Couldn't find the info about those acronym following your instruction. Acronym are everywhere. Any ...
A: look at the many deals on the net -(You will see many sellers plying procedures who are offering ...
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| Step back procedure | 4/15/2008 |
Q: Papa, At the moment we are in the middle of a possible LNG deal. On the left side we have the ...
A: Have you read URPIB- It's all there- If you are in the middle then YOU MUST convert from the ...
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| Distribution of Products | 4/4/2008 |
Q: Our company is an initial distributor of medical device, (topical gel to heal acute and chronic ...
A: (1) It's not that easy- You are asking more so a question releated to marketing- You enter the ...
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| UK Based Export Agent Query | 4/3/2008 |
Q: I hope you can help. I've been asked to find UK based Export Houses - any UK company that buys in ...
A: if you read the last two past questions back when tou read this reply- you answer applies ...
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| tramp vessels | 3/28/2008 |
Q: Is there a directory that lists international tramp vessels with boat specs? Otherwise how else ...
A: I don't understand th question how it relates to tha activity of the intermediary- " No trans ...
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| RE:How to transfer L/C | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I am interested in importing wine...haha,sorry i couldn't resist that,I would like to write and say ...
A: You've read my book- ???? It states how to transfer a DLC-Read past answers on this very complex ...
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| Cargo insurance | 3/24/2008 |
Q: Do you know of the general different kinds of cargo insurance coverage, typical costs and recommend ...
A: The answers you seek are very broad complex and very complicated--Hence only an insight is given ...
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| procedure for building/construction | 3/24/2008 |
Q: Since your the EXPert in financial instruments.. here it goes: Typically in international trade ...
A: let me give you some kind of response, that may help guide your thoughts- This is a study on it's ...
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| Grain Exports | 3/7/2008 |
Q: I am in the process of setting my Grain business of Exports ,i am wondering about a) The Grains ...
A: (1) YOU AGREE TO A FUTURE VALUE DATE SAY 90 DAYS DELIVERY- THE DLC IS OPENED AFTER CONTRACT AR ...
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| State Laws Regarding Imporation of Wine | 3/5/2008 |
Q: Davide, We are a wine importer based in Florida but do business with distributors outside Florida. ...
A: (Big question- forgive grammar- Spell check failed) I can only give you good guiding advise here-so ...
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| Commission protection and assurance | 2/21/2008 |
Q: I really enjoy to read your answers here. 1) What is the best way for principal buyer/seller to ...
A: (1) Thank you for your compliments- (2) With the issuance of ain house UCP600 SLC personally backed ...
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| Bullion Collection | 2/18/2008 |
Q: How do I go about liquidating a bullion collection? I live in Canada and the coin collection is in ...
A: Again I have covered most of your answers in general you are now asking specificS- which i cannot ...
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| Bullion Collection | 2/17/2008 |
Q: How do I go about liquidating a bullion collection? I live in Canada and the coin collection is in ...
A: This is way outside of my expertise- but let me give you a little insight and be very careful in ...
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| Suppliers | 2/14/2008 |
Q: I have been a trader for a few years, and have had the chance to meet some of my buyers overseas, ...
A: First you need a LOI, then a BCL, followed by a ICPO and MPA- Opps..! I'm only joking- Yes ...
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| Exclusive ageny for wine importer | 2/10/2008 |
Q: Hypothetical situation,I have a vineyard that has agreed to give me exclusive agency rights to his ...
A: We don't provide such a service anymore- You need an agency agreement- In where for the first year ...
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| the LNG trade Commission | 2/7/2008 |
Q: it's nice to write to you , so the question is " how is suppose to pay the LNG Dealing Commission on ...
A: It's a process- and its complex; Please read past answer on this site and read information on ...
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| Refinery -intermediary commissons | 2/6/2008 |
Q: 1) Do refineries generally give out Transferable L/C's so that we can use their money to get ...
A: Der Kris- You control the deal- you can only trade as per your applications- Intermediaries must ...
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| trading in the USA from the UK via Asia | 2/3/2008 |
Q: I run a business in the UK importing various products from China and Taiwan, I wish to expand into ...
A: Question asked is way to complex- In short you will have no problems using your UK company- no ...
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| Scanned signs in contract import export | 1/29/2008 |
Q: Papa I want to know if scanned signatures has any value in the international market. For example ...
A: What's arguable is the intent of the parties wanting to become legally bound- prove the intent and ...
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| POP | 1/21/2008 |
Q: Why would a major top 200 bank take responsibility and send in SWIFT format a POP for a seller. My ...
A: (Sorry for spelling mistakes no spell check applied) (1) Article 3 UCP600: basically implied:Banks ...
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| Import/Export/Deal/Agent/Commission | 1/8/2008 |
Q: David I run a company with two other partners and a number of international agents whom work solely ...
A: I can't answer such a question- but let me say this "TWIYII"is ideally suited to you, if anyone- I ...
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| partnerships w/ intermediaries | 1/7/2008 |
Q: Your answers are interesting and entertaining to read, keep up the good work... Im sure you ...
A: It's all about supply- Information sourced , goods secured from suppliers who many are already ...
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| procedures, general advice and wafer scrap | 1/5/2008 |
Q: Seasons Greetings! I'm an independent Broker (limited experience, small scale, occasional ...
A: It there anyway I can answer your many questions in less than 300 pages and less than 3 months of ...
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| Maunufacturers | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I have 2 questions. I'm a farley new broker for cement, out of the US, and I've been running into ...
A: My website(s) have these answers-So I'm nor sure what you are stating with the first or second ...
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| used rail | 11/13/2007 |
Q: Davide how are you? i am in the need of some question of used rail importing my seller required ...
A: Hello Naveed- I am well thank you- There is no question here so let me give you some genuine ...
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| Exporting wine question | 11/12/2007 |
Q: I have read through your past answers and have found some enlightenment. I could really use your ...
A: if you Buy wine from lets say Argentina for selling lets say to Spain and you are in California- ...
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| LNG Mandate | 11/11/2007 |
Q: First of all I would like to thank you for all the answers you have provided for us (novice) ...
A: There is no way to effectively advise you- But will give you some correct leading insight - (1) ...
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| The poor unexperienced middle man - the usual! | 11/9/2007 |
Q: Doing a Deal for IRON ORE - CIF. Working with buyer but only can collect commission from seller. ...
A: See it all before- It can't work- there is no deal- Never give a P.G before DLC even inoperative - ...
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| Wine Import and Exclusive Trade | 11/1/2007 |
Q: David, I have read your expert advice on many of these topics and enjoy the education. Although I am ...
A: The answer is simply too broad to answer - go back to my past wine question, study the ...
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| Crude Oil | 10/30/2007 |
Q: I have strong connections for securing oil at a discounted price, but need to find buyers. In ...
A: "I have strong connections for securing oil at a discounted price"- YOU MUST HAVE THE SUPPLIER ...
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| Supplier's offer | 10/23/2007 |
Q: I am preparing an offer to send to the Supplier. The problem is I don't have yet the End-Buyer, but ...
A: I'm not sure what you mean- All Quotes are sourced FOB , FCA or FAS or AS CIF, CIP is advised once ...
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| Petroleum | 10/18/2007 |
Q: Davide, You have experience buying and selling Petroleum? I am looking for an agent to buy some ...
A: This is the wrong forum for such a question- Please tell me exactly what you need , including grade ...
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| Please help - Letters of Credit/Can we revoke the contract? | 10/12/2007 |
Q: could you please help us with the following case: National Bank of Australia has paid Canterella ...
A: I know of the sellers- I'm surprised at what you say,they are good respected operators- But ...
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| Transportation of cargo | 10/12/2007 |
Q: What are the issues for the transportation of cargo if an Australian company imports raw materials ...
A: Not really an appropriate question- but let me give you some insight- Tariffs, taxes and duties are ...
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| OIL LC'S - SCALATION CLAUSES | 10/11/2007 |
Q: Is it save to accept Stand-by letters of credit which do not have a price clause mechanism but have ...
A: Finally an easy straight forward question- Maria- NEVER accept a SLC for payment of goods-It a full ...
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| Exclusivity Agreements | 10/4/2007 |
Q: Hey David, Can you please point me in the direction of the best way to get a blank exclusivity ...
A: Aggggrrrrrrrrrrrr...!Wine questions-I drink the stuff..!Ah well, better open another bottle while I ...
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| Do I need an export license? | 10/4/2007 |
Q: We are a wine importer, located in Atlanta, GA. We currently import wine from Europe to the US. ...
A: Please read previous answers- In essence - All documents are secured from the Supplier to you which ...
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| import from china | 10/3/2007 |
Q: I am interested in importing from China business. I have resource of flower pot stand and they are ...
A: That's not the type of questions answered on this forum but maybe i can give some guiding advice. ...
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| Diamond deal | 9/27/2007 |
Q: Gentlemen: I've questions on diamonds. African Suppliers from various nations, case by case, can ...
A: (1) URPIB:Intermediaries shall not trade in Diamonds- URPIB is available for sale(inexpensive sale) ...
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| PB, POP and PADLC | 9/24/2007 |
Q: We are buyer/seller agent, the supplier has agreed to issue to us a PB and POP as soon as the ...
A: Again the questions you asked as bridged into each other and would take too many pages to ...
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| PB, POP and PADLC | 9/24/2007 |
Q: We are buyer/seller agent, the supplier has agreed to issue to us a PB and POP as soon as the ...
A: I will give answer Mihn- but your contact and everything else has to be perfect-otherwise you will ...
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| Agency rules exporting importing FTN exporting | 9/22/2007 |
Q: I have recently expanded my business, i distribute home decor and home supplies. I am still a small ...
A: It's difficult to find such a private person who is well informed who oould be able to assist you- ...
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| shipping iternationally | 9/20/2007 |
Q: I have recently expanded my business, i distribute home decor and home supplies. I am still a small ...
A: You need to get an well informed agent if you are doing the deal- its simply too complex without ...
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| container shipment went bad | 9/18/2007 |
Q: I bought my own container in Los Angeles filled it full of stuff and shipped it off to Constanza ...
A: LEGAL DISCLAIMER; THE OPINIONS GIVEN HERE IS A PERSONAL ONE BASED ON THE INFORMATION ADVISED, AS ...
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| container shipment went bad | 9/17/2007 |
Q: I bought my own container in Los Angeles filled it full of stuff and shipped it off to Constanza ...
A: I'm not getting the big picture here- Freight and carriage is one charge, Insurance is another, ...
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| Export Wines | 9/13/2007 |
Q: Mr. Papa, I am intrigued of your profession as a commodities dealer. My ultimate goal is to export ...
A: then resell as a Seller to a buyer you have secured using his money- this makes you a "buyer/seller" ...
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| Export import Procedures for a Seller/shipper | 9/12/2007 |
Q: My US-based Limited Liability Company is going to buy Californian wine in bulk and export it to the ...
A: (To long- excuse grammar/mistakes spell check not working) Besides any other statutory regulations ...
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| Middleman Commission | 9/6/2007 |
Q: If BCL/POP/LOI /NCND type of deals are simply a waste of time and effort and we cannot close a deal ...
A: I note the term "If"- Ask yourself the question- Assumptions: What are all the problems you have ...
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| Crude oil trading exporting advice- Crude oil Seller | 8/29/2007 |
Q: I have been accepted in compliance with Chevron. What would my first obligation be to trade ...
A: (1) As Seller The RFQ comes to you from your potential Buyer - So that side of such pertains to a in ...
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| agriculture | 8/26/2007 |
Q: How do I make a draft contrast to re-sell corn? Please help me I am a beginner!
A: How do a build a plane to fly to carry passengers- i am new to this business and i know very little ...
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| no respons from ftn agent | 8/9/2007 |
Q: my name is Imad and i have recently send some very valuable information on some products that i have ...
A: This site is related to export import question, but since you have contacted us here let me say ...
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| Walmart Sales Agent | 8/9/2007 |
Q: I am looking to a qualified Walmart sales agent to represent my company in the USA. We are based in ...
A: You are wanting Walmart to take your goods, then its Head office Walmart that you must approach - ...
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| offers and quotes | 8/3/2007 |
Q: I'm a commencing independent intermediary specializing in the secondary material industry like ...
A: The question you ask is the whole premise on how to trade as an intermediary- Your answer..? Even ...
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| crude oil trading | 7/23/2007 |
Q: I was reading your responces with real interest and found them very helpfull. Thanks for that. I ...
A: Take a closer look at the entities involved- Gunvor is a Swiss based Sourcing group (as well as ...
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| oil | 7/21/2007 |
Q: Please sir, I have read some WONDERFUL answers to the questions poeple have asked you... please sir ...
A: It's not that simple- if you don't understand procedures simply looking and a offer won't help ...
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| African crude oil deal | 7/6/2007 |
Q: i can see that you are an expert,so i will like to help me to understand these points since i am a ...
A: This is not a question-You really cannot expect me to answer such a question in two pages- You are ...
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| help with CIF deals | 7/4/2007 |
Q: Davide, i must thank you for your answers to my previous questions. they have been of great help ...
A: (Sorry John no spell check applied its too long of an answer) This is not a specific question- ...
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| Importing wine from france to the US | 7/3/2007 |
Q: I am working on a project where we are going to be selling memberships to a vineyard in france. The ...
A: When you read this go back to previous indepth answer regarding the same question asked for the ...
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| Regarding export of Ground spices | 6/18/2007 |
Q: sir, i started a unit for making ground spices and mixed masale (Blends) with purity and cold ...
A: Very difficult, as intermediaries or agents can't resell to make money on such small sales- hence ...
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| importing wine | 6/18/2007 |
Q: My wife and I have an opportunity to take over a wine import business. My question is can there be ...
A: Big question so let me give a brief very basic insight to grasp the overall ideal- The answer is ...
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| further advise on suppliers | 6/14/2007 |
Q: Please can you help with further advise on the best way and techniques for identifying genuine ...
A: Big impossible question- lets see if i can give some insight:(FORGIVE- TOO BIG OF AN ANSWER TO APPLY ...
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| product specifications and grade | 6/8/2007 |
Q: I have been scouting around the internet for some days now for information on product specifications ...
A: I'm not sure what you are asking- Are you wanting to conduct due diligence on specification to ...
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| Importing Wine for Personal Use. | 5/31/2007 |
Q: I am an architect living in Spain and am designing and planning a development in a wine region ...
A: Sure anyone can export anything so long as they meet local and statutory customs obligations- Wine ...
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| Contract details | 5/4/2007 |
Q: First of all you should know that basically we are a Food & beverage consulting firm not for very ...
A: It's not a bother at all- (1) Did you first produce a procurement offer..? By Producing the ...
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| Food broker | 4/23/2007 |
Q: I am an entrepreneur in Haiti. I have built a reliable supply chain of agricultural product. I am ...
A: I can't help the way you would like me to help- This forum is for import export question-Those who ...
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| Import licence | 4/23/2007 |
Q: First of all you should know that basically we are a Food & beverage consulting firm not for very ...
A: We really cannot give answers to an on going deal being attemptd- this forum does not work that ...
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| Contract details | 4/13/2007 |
Q: First of all you should know that basically we are a Food & beverage consulting firm not for very ...
A: The question you ask is simply to great or too broad for me to reply fully and accurately- So one ...
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| agent | 3/24/2007 |
Q: I am a producer of agricultural products and i am located in Haiti. I am very competitive on my ...
A: The question is just too broad and is related more to market research.I'll give you a brief about ...
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| sending samples to china from chile | 3/18/2007 |
Q: a fedex agent here in chile told me couriers cannot send wine samples to china as apparently it is ...
A: (1) A few Bottles is a matter for your local Post office- Go to a large local city post office and ...
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| Locating Crude Oil Manufacturers | 2/25/2007 |
Q: I guess I have been using the wrong term for the kind of business I'm interested in. What I'm really ...
A: My advice still stands- you are defined as a "intermediary " your position is that of BUYER /Seller- ...
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| Locating Crude Oil Manufacturers | 2/25/2007 |
Q: I'm trying to become a Trade Agent for Crude Oil companies. How do I find list of Crude Oil ...
A: You cannot simply say "I want to become an agent for Oil companies"-as if its a simple matter of ...
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| Private Label for Imported Leather Goods | 2/23/2007 |
Q: We want to import leather goods like wallets,handbags,briefcases from India/China into US. ...
A: This is not the kind of answer we give- As an insight, and in general unspecified and simple terms ...
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| at home buisness lincence | 2/13/2007 |
Q: my name is antoine andim married and have two kids and im in between jobs and i want to work from ...
A: I'm not sure of your question at all- unless you clealry advise me i cannot give a good answer- I ...
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| Hi. | 12/12/2006 |
Q: I am Chinese, I am interested to talk about the exporting wine to China with you.maybe we can ...
A: When you read here, please look at all previous wine answers- you will find many qestions already ...
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| occasional intermediary | 12/10/2006 |
Q: 10-12-06 Dear Mr. Davide Papa, I am really very sorry to rouble you again. I received your reply ...
A: I've answered you 6 times-Messages are going soemwhere else- Spyware and inceception from other end ...
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| wines samples for an US client | 12/5/2006 |
Q: I want to send 6 bottles of wine as samples for a US client via DHL. I'm looking to download the ...
A: Large Post office declaration is signed and applied to the package as "export samples" you pay air ...
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| Wine importation from the E. U. | 12/3/2006 |
Q: David, we have bought a house in Italy and run wine tours, I have spoke to several of the vineyard ...
A: You only main concern is is botaining an import permit- Go back to all my previous wine questions, ...
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| WVO or RBD Palm Oil Samples | 11/29/2006 |
Q: Well...good for you...Davide Papa...retirement. But I have a REAL deal here: My partner, in U.S. ...
A: Just retirement from tutoring- have to get back to the core business of trading- You've made a ...
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| D2 | 11/29/2006 |
Q: Addressing MY error and "Does my error affect your answer?" Thank you very much for you quick ...
A: Never - as already stated- NEVER means just that- The Payment for goods always comes first the PG ...
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| WVO or RBD Palm Oil Samples | 11/28/2006 |
Q: I know I am at the end of questions. Can I have your private email so we can talk about what u do, ...
A: I've taken a break from giving Tuition- Keep an eye on the website if i am looking for more new ...
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| WVO or RBD Palm Oil Samples | 11/27/2006 |
Q: Wow...I am overwhelmed! Thanks a Millions! I know this is my last email (3rd). So I will target ...
A: (1) Sell only at FOB- its standard practice-Keep away from CIF (2) When the Buyer gives you the L/C ...
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| WVO or RBD Palm Oil Samples | 11/26/2006 |
Q: AN OFFER QUOTE CONTRACT-OR NO DEAL ..VERY SIMPLE REALLY. YOU CONTROL THE DEAL OR YOU HAVE NO DEAL ...
A: Yes thats the only way- never surrender information-I'll use capitals so my answers stands out ...
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| WVO or RBD Palm Oil Samples | 11/26/2006 |
Q: Davide Andrew, I am so glad to have seen your site. I am a first timer and have been doing ...
A: I will use CAPITALS to address each question- its not a matter of who is right or wrong its simply a ...
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| RE: Coal Trade | 11/24/2006 |
Q: Recently I am assigned to import coal for our electric factory. I have a question about the terms ...
A: Before I start, so as to be able to express myself freely, let me state the following disclaimer- ...
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| Exporting Ice Wine to Australia | 11/22/2006 |
Q: Giovanni, I'm writing because i read another question and answer about Ice Wine and Exporting it to ...
A: Your questions are too broad to give specific answers- (1) The quote; The buyer gets a quote- the ...
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| Wine from Australia | 11/17/2006 |
Q: I purchased wine in Australia and did not have room in my suitcase to bring it back with me. I asked ...
A: Already answered see my previous replies- POST OFFICE- She goes to a normal large city post office ...
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| Selling Light Crude Oil for Exporter | 11/16/2006 |
Q: My firm has been asked to assist in locating leads for buyers of Basra Light Crude Oil. Prior to ...
A: SOMO controls the sale of Iraqi oil- thus is your supplier SOMO Agency Iraq...More importantly ...
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| Comission | 11/15/2006 |
Q: Andrew, I have read your answer about the comission. However, I would like to know what is the ...
A: You are right..You don't need a BCL and the rest of the nonsense- Small or large deals, it all the ...
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| icumsa 45 brazilian sugar trading | 11/13/2006 |
Q: Papa. Thank you, Thank you ... I can't thank you enough for all the free info. God bless you. I ...
A: LOOKS LIKE I HAVE A FAN- PLEASE GO TO WWW.FTNEXPORTING.COM- GO TO FAQ PAGE- I ADDED SOME HEAVY DUTY ...
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| Wine exports to Taiwan & China | 10/31/2006 |
Q: I am a U.S. bonded winery and i have been approached by an exporter of goods to Taiwan who want to ...
A: You need very little- except possibly the export license, but that depends if you produce the wine ...
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| sample wine | 10/27/2006 |
Q: Papa, Could you please advise me on the following issue. We are trying to import some sample ...
A: All wine answers in detail can be found on previously answered questions- including anwers about ...
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| Transferable LC Pre-Advice | 10/27/2006 |
Q: The PADLC is issued by the Buyer's bank and advised to us by our advising bank, which will later be ...
A: I'm still not sure what you mean- i'll add comments in capitals- You last question was ' Because ...
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| Transferable LC Pre-Advice | 10/26/2006 |
Q: We have negotiated a contract under which we, as the trader, will be receiving a transferable ...
A: Let me get this into perspective- as i am not sure whats definded here- Re: help cash flow ...
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| Label approval for wine imports to the US | 10/15/2006 |
Q: I was asking only if I as the producer located in a foreign country can send tothe FDA my labels for ...
A: General Answer is "No"- But we can go all over the place with such a simple question- You dont for ...
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| Label approval for wine imports to the US | 10/13/2006 |
Q: I have read over the Q/A´s on importing wines and have not seen anything about labels. Is it ...
A: We dont answer wine questions any more as the answers given is already intensive-We mainly deal with ...
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| Procedures | 9/24/2006 |
Q: I am starting new. 1.I am acting as an agent on commission basis on behalf of buyer and seller and ...
A: Lets be frank, Harry, it allows me to give some deeper insight, so that you don't get your efforts ...
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| Payment | 9/18/2006 |
Q: I am an individual working on commission basis but do not have any firm or company registered under ...
A: In effect therE is no "mechanism" to ensure you get paid should your efforts leads to a conclusion ...
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| Step by Step Guide | 9/18/2006 |
Q: Papa, Would it be possible to get a copy of the wine importation guide from Argentina that you sent ...
A: when you read this advice, it should expose you to all my previous answers given- there you will ...
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| Agency | 9/13/2006 |
Q: What could be the normal commission/fees for a broker/intermediary in facilitating and identifying ...
A: There is a double question here- Are you a (1)Private independent intermediary..? or are you an (2) ...
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| Import Export | 9/13/2006 |
Q: What is the meaning of "certificate of free sale" in relation to being an agent/distributor of an ...
A: This is not a general certificate as applicable under ICC -I suggest that its simply a in house ...
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| oil trading | 9/6/2006 |
Q: A Neighbour of mine has for the past 4 months been working as an Intermediary selling various ...
A: Wow..! To begin with forget about all the nonsense about funding of "Coal"projects- for so many ...
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| importing human remains from mainland China to Los Angeles | 8/31/2006 |
Q: I need information on the procedures of sending cremated remains from mainland China (probably ...
A: I can give some very light advice on the matter based on some personal near related experience, as i ...
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| CIF/FOB | 8/25/2006 |
Q: I Read your mail on FOB and CIF and I honestly feel that as an intermidiary,using the CIF procedure ...
A: (1) Why would you be engaged in such Logistics? Intermediaries deal in documents- If the supplier ...
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| Commercial Wine Samples for France to USA | 8/24/2006 |
Q: Davide, My DHL contact in France has now clarified (and altered!) what documentaton they want. ...
A: DCA/DAC are not standard Custom Internationally applied term ,(But I dare say it soon will be) ...
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| Commercial Wine Samples for France to USA | 8/23/2006 |
Q: Davide, I've been sending commercial samples of French wines (from the Luberon) to US distributors ...
A: ATA Garnet is the applicable applications which states that "samples" may be sent through the ...
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| Importing Tokay for resale to a restaurant | 8/22/2006 |
Q: I saw your reference to Tokay in a response and wondered what steps I could take to get some into ...
A: Take a look at my previous answers given when you read this message- it will enlighten you fully ...
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| to be seller n buyer | 8/19/2006 |
Q: papa Before i start , let me tell you i am brand new in this business and have been doing a bit of ...
A: Read all my answer i have already given when to read this message.NO atter if you read about Wine or ...
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| tradingplace and urpib | 8/19/2006 |
Q: I have been reading all the questions and answers now for two weeks. this is the best school there ...
A: So many traders have had their hopes dashed by silly internet traders- that someone had to do ...
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| International Trade | 8/8/2006 |
Q: I would like to enter the international trade where I act as an agent between two companies. I have ...
A: The word here is "Intermediary"- and intermediate buyer /Seller- A person who has the skill, ability ...
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| Buyer/Seller | 7/27/2006 |
Q: Good day papa, As I told you trading in Petroleum products in my country is through Transshipment. ...
A: I'LL USE CAPITALS TO CUT INBETWEEN YOUR ADVICE- THE PROBLEM HERE IS THAT I AM NOW ADVISING ON AN ...
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| Opportunity to distribute commodities | 7/25/2006 |
Q: Papa, I have been introduced to an excellent opportunity through a reliable contact to distribute ...
A: Too diffiuclt to fully define on this forum, far to many "if's " would apply- Please read FTN ...
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| Acting Buyer/Seller | 7/25/2006 |
Q: Good Morning Papa, How are you today,I have taken sometime to go through the URPIB and most material ...
A: Good questions, I'm glad someone is taking notice- I've given answer in captial in reply to your ...
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| Transfer of L/C | 7/23/2006 |
Q: it provided a lot more clarity. My contract with the my buyer doesn't have to be a NAEGA2 contract - ...
A: Phew..! this is a big but good question- I will try an make it as clear as possible, as the full ...
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| Export Procedure Buyer/Seller - US Grains | 7/21/2006 |
Q: it has been MOST educational. I wonder if you clarify two particular items: Assume I have received ...
A: (BIG ANSWER TO GOOD QUESTION- SO FORGIVE SPELLING/ Grammar MISTAKES-It will take some time to give ...
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| Acting Buyer/Seller | 7/20/2006 |
Q: I think, like you have said over and over again:MOST TRANSACTIONS FAIL COS OF PROPER TRADING RULES. ...
A: I think you did not get the gist of what I was saying- I am defining international trade ...
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| Acting Buyer/Seller | 7/19/2006 |
Q: I have a cargo of 65,000MT of Diesel coming into my country by a seller in the next three ...
A: You have some serious issues with what you have stated-Thus I can only advise based on the ...
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| Process to export wine from italy to USA | 7/18/2006 |
Q: we are 2 italian guys wholeseller of wine in italy and we are trying to find the way to export some ...
A: Yes thats right- FDA: What you need to do is simple, write exactly the specifications of the wine, ...
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| Comodity trading | 7/17/2006 |
Q: What RWA stands for? Thanks
A: So an End Supplier has been asked directly from a end Buyer for goods. After the supplier has issued ...
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| Deciding who is a buyer's Mandate | 7/13/2006 |
Q: Papa, I have 2 important questions for you. I read over some of your other advice posts. We are in ...
A: IMPOSSIBLE QUESTION TO ANSWER- IT TOO COMPLEX AND WOULD TAKE TOO LONG- SO LET ME GIVE YOU A GOOD BUT ...
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| Italian tipical products in Australia | 7/12/2006 |
Q: Ciao Davide, I just finished to read all about import and export matters in your great list of ...
A: My Italian is no good and your English is no good, this will make it difficult to explain it fully ...
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| Exporting/importing wine from Argentina | 7/12/2006 |
Q: Some friends wish to purchase a winery in Argentina and import and distribute the wine themselves in ...
A: i an interested to go to the moon, can you please advise me how to do that- Tobin, its not that ...
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| Distributor/agent | 7/11/2006 |
Q: I am dead-set on starting a small Importing business, initially on a part-time basis based from ...
A: A simple yet complex answer is given- Tom the buyer in Melbourne can go to Harry the distributor in ...
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| Documents/forms for Import Custom Clearance | 7/10/2006 |
Q: I'm a newbee to the import procedure, particularly in custom clearance. The situation is that my ...
A: Your advice is too vague- let me assume the following; You have the "Title Document" in your hand ...
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| Wine Importing/ buying | 7/5/2006 |
Q: I have read your information and it is incredibly detailed and insightful. I have a simplier ...
A: One can bring as much wine they wish- The ATA Postal Garnet answer is related to procedures- Full ...
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| US customs | 6/27/2006 |
Q: I am thinking it might be interesting to bring in antiques and art from Europe (especially Italy) ...
A: It's all about US custom compliance- MaNy years agoI tried to export a stuffed eagle- it was ...
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| Export Procedure | 6/26/2006 |
Q: I couldn't have asked for a better explanation :) Hats off 2 ya! Your site has been really ...
A: let me guide you with some reply to answers asked-naturally cannot explain it fully just enough to ...
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| oil trading | 6/22/2006 |
Q: I would like to know if it is possible to protect yourself in securing commissions as an ...
A: Please refer to my previously answered question regarding oil- then be guide by below- (1) ...
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| Export Procedure | 6/16/2006 |
Q: the Information you provided were really useful! As we belong to same city & you having such ...
A: I will use Captials to anwer your qestion is the simplest form- As stated , each part of the answer ...
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| Export procedure | 6/14/2006 |
Q: i Have been reading this forum for few days & your detailed information on export procedures has ...
A: Follow my lead below , as your question is well defined-It’s going to be hard to define everything ...
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| Procedures for buying from another country | 6/12/2006 |
Q: I buy product's wholesale then resell them. I'am trying to find a better supplier,I don't know ...
A: It's impossible to advise you fully on such matters- but when you read this message go back to all ...
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| Import Agency | 6/3/2006 |
Q: I just wanted to say thanks again for the sound advice, I realise I still have a lot to learn in the ...
A: No problems- 1 allow 2 or 3 continual replies, then so long as there is a break- Remember- (1) If ...
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| Import Agency | 6/2/2006 |
Q: David, Many thanks indeed for your very detailed answer, you have really helped me clarify things. ...
A: That's exactly what I meant- in defining that you MUST know procedures, much of which has to do ...
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| Import Agency | 6/1/2006 |
Q: I already sent this question to Mr Gawley but I just noced that your the one who answers most Int. ...
A: (1) First of all you MUST know a good set of guiding procedures- if you don't, then you are wasting ...
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| Importing wine from Spain | 5/27/2006 |
Q: My business partner and I are looking to start a importing, distributing, wholesaling, and retailing ...
A: See my previous answers on this site regarding wine- Your quetion just cannot be answered in the ...
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| Copper Trading | 5/26/2006 |
Q: I've read some of your responses online and was very impressed with your expertise. I need an advice ...
A: Sure ..it's great that you found a real end supplier of copper- a very well sought after product -if ...
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| Selling wine from importer to the store | 5/16/2006 |
Q: I've read your extensive and brilliant replies to many questions here. I am hoping you can help me ...
A: These type of question would need many pages to fully advise upon - The question is really beyond ...
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| PETROLEUM | 5/15/2006 |
Q: I was wondering could someone close deals on the internet rather then going half way across the ...
A: (1) No such thing as an LOI in international trade- thus in effect it carries no liability to the ...
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| importing wine for personal use and possible sales | 5/15/2006 |
Q: I am interested in obtaining an importers license to import wine from Italy. For now it would be ...
A: So you want to import wines- then read ll the articles i have alread answered when you read this ...
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| PETROLEUM | 5/12/2006 |
Q: I was wondering could someone close deals on the internet rather then going half way across the ...
A: The Immediate answer is No..The internet is basically a cheap tool to make the initial connection ...
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| Various broker agreements | 5/12/2006 |
Q: Davide Papa, I would like to preface my questions by taking a moment to both thank and compliment ...
A: and I'm glad when someone has understood and appreciated what has been said. (1)"Sting contracts" ...
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| UPC | 5/11/2006 |
Q: I´m about to buy DVDs in bulk but I´m afraid they´re counterfeit. Is there any website in which I ...
A: These are not the type of questions we answer- but let me say this- If they are counterfeit they ...
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| Wine importing: process clarification | 4/29/2006 |
Q: My wife and I have spent a good amount of time reviewing ALL of your responses regarding importing ...
A: I am not sure of your question- I am assuming that you live in USA- I am assuming that your are ...
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| export from Italy | 4/29/2006 |
Q: My family own a company in north east of Italy We are exporters to USA (NJ) and we are looking for ...
A: Mmmmm..."Peach Bellini" You really need Prosecco fro that drink-Unfortunately the question you ask ...
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| Wine from Argentina Import US | 4/27/2006 |
Q: Saw your posting about a vineyard. Can I import wine from Argentina in containers (bottled, ...
A: look at all previous answers- when you read this message, it's all been answered- Your question ...
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| importing amber jewelry to US from Poland | 4/24/2006 |
Q: I have a friend in Poland who produces and have access to people who produce amber/silver jewelry. I ...
A: This is not the type of questions that I usually answer- but let me give you some goods hints and ...
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| just to thank you for now | 4/10/2006 |
Q: Papa. Being in oil trade business and having strong computing background, i have found your answer ...
A: if you are going to play with fire, then its always best to be well prepared- What's the point of ...
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| argentinian and chilean wines | 3/28/2006 |
Q: Sr: I want to do a project about argentinian and chilean wines,specially why chilean wines get more ...
A: We deal in export questions- there are many hints to your question in all the answers given to ...
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| Export wine from Canada to Australia | 3/10/2006 |
Q: I am looking into an export business that will make Canadian Ice Wine available to Austalia ...
A: The question of marketing is what you are looking for. The previous posts define exactly what you ...
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| Import License, Distribution Permit, Texas | 3/6/2006 |
Q: David, I have family in Italy, and they would like me to get a license to import wine from there, a ...
A: Please go to www.ftnexporting.freeservers.com go to CIF page it tells of procedures pertaining to ...
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| new business | 2/27/2006 |
Q: I hope you can help me, i am considering importing an energy drink beverage from Australia to the ...
A: If you intend to import the produts yourself then its all about procedures- use a GOOD private ...
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| Saudi Oil | 12/22/2005 |
Q: First of all thank-you for your previous intelligent answers. They have been helpful to my future ...
A: Its a diffuclt set of answers that you are requiring- as it takes a long tome to formally learn ...
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| Monthly oil deliveries | 10/27/2005 |
Q: Papa, I have read all your answers to questions about oil brokerage with great interest. However, ...
A: First let me make this legal disclaimer- this way I can advise more openly- THE PERSONAL OPINION ...
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| Direct Refinery Agent | 10/18/2005 |
Q: How can i become a primary agent to a refinery or source / get refineries who want to buy Nigerian ...
A: Primary agent- You work for the refinery in limited capacity. You getpaid (low) wages every week- ...
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| import/export | 8/29/2005 |
Q: I am interested in importing/exporting wines and I would like to know what sort of relationship I ...
A: I hardly never get a question from anyone who lives in the same suburb as me- most of my answers are ...
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| Wine Imports to USA | 8/24/2005 |
Q: My Father and I are interested in importing wines from Italy and Chile to be sold by us to ...
A: (1) Good choice- Italian wine from the north has already been greatly exploited- but great cheap ...
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| road shipping and packing standards | 8/16/2005 |
Q: I'd like to prepare an instruction for road shipping and packing for my company whcich manufacture ...
A: I know a little of the subject matter as it goes beyond my forum parameters-I assume you are dealing ...
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| Wine import to USA | 8/15/2005 |
Q: I want to import wine from India. i do not know from where and how to start. can you please help me ...
A: when you read this, you should be able to access all the information already answered in direct ...
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| Importing Wine | 8/7/2005 |
Q: I am attempting to start my own business in Texas, that will pertain to importing wine from Italy. I ...
A: When you read this- go back to the last 6 answers there you will find the specifics of "Mark Ups" , ...
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| supplier licence to sell to hoseseller,please answer soon! | 8/6/2005 |
Q: Please forgive my english i know i am confusing you because i cannot explain what i mean.But here we ...
A: )ne question at a time- You want to act quickly- but first you must learn to ask and understand each ...
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| supplier licence to sell to hoseseller,please answer soon! | 8/6/2005 |
Q: This is Anna the hunhgarian woman again, I appologize for bothering you with so many questions ...
A: THE AMOUNTS YOU WISH TO ORDER ARE SMALL-and ideal for small personal applications-You really should ...
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| supplier licence to sell to hoseseller,please answer soon! | 8/6/2005 |
Q: ------------------------- ANNA AGAIN, Dear Davide Andrew Papa, Well since i wrote you i changed ...
A: (1) PAPA-is Hungarian:(PAPA is also a big town In Hungary) My Name is from My father- My mother is ...
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| importation of wine from France | 8/2/2005 |
Q: I was reading the precious answer of Davide Andrew Papa, and I was asking myself if 1)the protocole ...
A: (1)No-They are not EXACTLY the same-but maybe similar: But the basic rules would apply- I know that ...
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| importing | 6/26/2005 |
Q: I would like to know what's involved with shipping bulk goods from china to the USA. www.Alibaba.com ...
A: (sorry it has taken a while to give you a reply- but there were problems on the Q&A site from the ...
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| Importing samples of wine | 5/26/2005 |
Q: We need to send samples of wine from italy to california for our distributros. We are a licensed ...
A: International trade: The Two loves of my life (beside my family) is my expertise in import export ...
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| importing wine | 5/18/2005 |
Q: I live in the south of france, and I wanted to start importing wine that i feel is under represented ...
A: Imoprt export advice for all Commodities- The question has been extensively answered to such an ...
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| Wine laws in Argentina | 5/17/2005 |
Q: I just bought a winery in Argentina and would like to know about export laws, regulations and ...
A: Huge question..about 300 pages worth; When you are finished reading this, make sure you go to all ...
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| Importing Wine | 12/26/2004 |
Q: I am thankful for your 3/26/04 step by step procedure to import Argentine wine. I am in a similar ...
A: Very difficult question for me to answer as it involves the branch in International trade law ...
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| Oil brokerage | 12/20/2004 |
Q: I need your advice on how to start a brokege company. How do i go about starting it in london. ...
A: The question is so broad, i wouldn't know how to answer you.Please look at the previous answers when ...
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| wine importing.....regulations...legalities | 12/11/2004 |
Q: ..I have a friend who is looking to have some wine imported form peru...His idea is to sell it here ...
A: I have posted so much information about wine importation,please see the questions already answered ...
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| wine export and import USA | 12/7/2004 |
Q: This is a two parts question. First, I am planning to import USA wines into Asia (Hong Kong and ...
A: Being a commodity dealer..is the business you are in-hence you can make commission but only as BUYER ...
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| Curde oil and Refinery products | 11/16/2004 |
Q: I work for a Swiss Company. They deals in light crude oil and refinery products. I have the ...
A: This is a real problem, that many intermediaries face...97 percent of all deals are false or ...
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| IT | 10/22/2004 |
Q: http://www.cioinsight.com/article2/0,1397,1456958,00.asp Thank you so much!
A: This question is out of my expertise parameters, nevertheless I can still give you an insight. I ...
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| Re: Australian wine importing | 10/5/2004 |
Q: I'm trying to get my importing license right now. Do u know how long the process will take? What ...
A: Get your license to import..It should be easy. Ask for a full C.I.F quote from Australian ...
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| Re: Australian wine importing | 10/5/2004 |
Q: I'm going to get my licenses now. How many do I need? How long they take for approval? Whats my next ...
A: I'm not sure what your are asking-please explain,what do you mean licenses..?Please explain..? The ...
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| Re: Australian wine importing | 9/29/2004 |
Q: A friend of mine has a winery in Australia and would like me to import his wine into the US (WA). ...
A: First of all,when you read this reply,check out the many questions I have already answered on the ...
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| Importing Uruquayian wine-national rules and state | 7/21/2004 |
Q: David Andrew, I have contacts in Uruguay (3 wineries)and I have investors that want to bring ...
A: A lot has been said about wine export,please read all my previous answers which are all listed when ...
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| Importing wine from Portugal | 7/15/2004 |
Q: I read an answer to a question you responded to almost two years ago now regarding someone beginning ...
A: The enquiries you speak of...are still relevant and are still on the www.allexperts .com site for ...
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| Dear Sir
Recently I received... | 7/3/2004 |
Q: Recently I received some information from an associate that he is a seller mandate for Saudi Light ...
A: (1)If a person is claiming to be a mandate holder on behalf of a Saudi Prince or other entity-It is ...
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| Documents for exporting jewelry | 6/1/2004 |
Q: I want to know how can I export jewelry to united states by plane.(from Chile) I need to know what ...
A: It doesn't matter what's being exported the basic procedures are the same... If you are exporting ...
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| Tariffs and Quotas from Korea | 4/28/2004 |
Q: Gerald
A: This question is outside our area of answering:such quotas and tariffs contiually are updated..You ...
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| Import chilean Wine | 4/1/2004 |
Q: How i can get a license to import wine from Chile to New York Area..? Also, How can i do it..? ...
A: .. Sorry for Lateness..just got your message: Take a look how I answered my previous question ...
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| Importing Wine | 3/26/2004 |
Q: I read the letter to you and the response on importing wine from Portugal and am very interested in ...
A: 'Dear leon Big question...?But let me offer you some advice which may help..and I am going to ...
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| shipping | 3/12/2004 |
Q: I am an artist who works in an unusual medium and need some shipping advice. My work incorporates ...
A: The question is difficult for many variants that are applicable...in general the answer is NO you ...
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| gasoline contracts | 12/6/2003 |
Q: 1)Do I need a license to broker deals between oil refineries and a) gasoline distributors in the ...
A: (1)You are allowed to buy or sell anything so long as it does not contravene the laws of a ...
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| Terminology | 5/20/2003 |
Q: I am a fellow expert in home entertainment. Recently I wrote to a Chinese cable supplier and he ...
A: Be careful when dealing with Chinese Sellers...Make sure everything is 100% tight...and make sure ...
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| export brokering (?) | 1/13/2003 |
Q: I came across an article on small business exporting U.S. good and services, and have become ...
A: (forgive any spelling mistakes..its a big subject matter also look at the other questions I have ...
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| Hi, Mr. Papa
We produce... | 1/7/2003 |
Q: Mr. Papa We produce art & craft from Haiti, you can see samples of our products ...
A: You have been attempting to sell your products overseas,and now a merchant has approched you to ...
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| Wine importing | 4/18/2002 |
Q: Do you have any knowledge you can share pertaining to importing s.african wine including laws. I'm ...
A: I have had other enquiries re;wine import/export,and can only give you general advice. (1)How it ...
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| Topical Hairgrowth Formula | 2/17/2002 |
Q: Papa: I plan on trying to sell a topically applied hair nourishment/growth formula over the internet ...
A: Although the question you asked is outside my sphere of expertise,I am able to give some advice ...
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| wine imports | 1/27/2002 |
Q: I wanted to know if you have any information on wine imports to the United states? I am going to ...
A: Wow..What a question..?where Do I start..? Let me try to answer it as simply as possible..then go to ...
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| Shipping terms | 12/6/2001 |
Q: In negotiating with a possible customer for importing goods from Asia into USA. I was asked for a ...
A: Product Asia to USA:No such term in international trade as S&B usually such codes belongs to the ...
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