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How we work
You deal with NATCO alone, from first offer to discharge. We handle the supplier, the surveyor, the shipping line and the paperwork.
Step 1: Inquiry
Send us a Letter of Intent (LOI), stating the Commodity, Grade, Specifications, quantity, and Destination Port.
Day 0Step 2: Offer
We send a firm offer with price, basis and validity.
Within 1–3 business daysStep 3: Contract
We issue the contract with spec, inspection and delivery terms; you open a letter of credit.
Once terms are agreedStep 4: Inspection
An independent surveyor, normally SGS, certifies quality and weight at the load port.
At loadingStep 5: Shipment
We book freight and track the vessel; you receive the bill of lading and shipping documents.
Usually 4–8 weeks after contractQuestions buyers ask first
What is the minimum quantity you will quote?
For bulk grain the usual minimum is 10,000 MT. Packed goods are quoted by the container: flour and bagged sugar from 5 × 20 ft, edible oils from 2 × 20 ft, honey from a single 20 ft container.
Which payment terms do you accept?
An irrevocable documentary letter of credit at sight from a first-class bank. Cash against documents can be agreed with established buyers.
Which Incoterms do you offer?
We quote FOB at the load port, or CFR and CIF to your destination port. The offer always states the basis.
How long from contract to loading?
Usually 4 to 8 weeks, depending on the commodity, origin and vessel availability. We confirm the laycan in the contract.
Can I use my own surveyor?
Yes. An independent surveyor, normally SGS, issues quality and weight certificates at the load port, and you may appoint your own at your cost.
How do I know NATCO is genuine?
Call +1 (203) 885-9077 and speak to the principal. We provide our New York registration, a bank reference and trade references before you commit. We never ask for advance fees.
Anything else, ask Kadry directly on +1 (203) 885-9077.
Supplying, not buying? Producers, mills and agents can register their product, origin and capacity with us.
Register as a supplier or agentStart with an inquiry.
Send a Letter of Intent with the commodity, grade, specifications, quantity and destination port. You will hear back within one business day.