How to Import from Tanzania
Checklist
Your Pre-Order Readiness Checklist
Tick these off before you submit an RFQ and your transaction will move smoothly from quote to shipment.
Define Your Requirement
Confirm commodity, grade, quantity (MT), packaging, destination port and target delivery window before requesting a quote.
Confirm Payment Capability
Be ready to transact via TT (deposit + balance) or an LC at sight from a reputable bank. Have proof of funds or an LC draft available.
Prepare Your Documents
Company registration, import licence (if required in your market) and a signed ICPO speed up contracting significantly.
Understand Incoterms
Our default is FOB Dar es Salaam. We can quote CFR/CIF on request. Know who is responsible for freight, insurance and import clearance.
Plan Logistics
Nominate a freight forwarder or use ours. Confirm reefer requirements for perishables such as avocados and fresh produce.
Arrange Inspection (optional)
Nominate SGS, Bureau Veritas or Intertek for pre-shipment quality and quantity verification at origin.
How It Works
The 8-Step Buying Process
A clear, documented path from your first enquiry to goods on the water.
- 1
Submit RFQ / ICPO
Send your requirements or Irrevocable Corporate Purchase Order through our RFQ form.
Submit RFQ / ICPO → - 2
24-Hour Response
Receive a Proforma Invoice with FOB pricing and terms within 24 hours.
- 3
Contract Agreement & Signing
Review and sign the sales contract covering quality, quantity and delivery terms.
- 4
Payment (as agreed)
Settle via TT or LC according to the agreed payment terms.
- 5
Sourcing & Quality Verification
We source from vetted farmers and cooperatives and verify quality at origin.
- 6
Quality Inspection (Buyer option)
Optional third-party SGS / Bureau Veritas inspection before loading.
- 7
Container Stuffing & Shipment
Goods are stuffed, sealed and shipped FOB Dar es Salaam with full documentation.
- 8
Final Payment (if deposit)
Balance settled against Bill of Lading and shipping documents.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from first-time importers of Tanzanian commodities.
What is the minimum order quantity?+
Most commodities ship by the full container load (FCL), typically one 20ft container (~18-25 MT depending on product). Smaller trial quantities can be discussed for selected high-value items.
What Incoterms do you offer?+
We quote FOB Dar es Salaam as standard. CFR and CIF to your destination port are available on request once routing is confirmed.
How fast will I receive a quote?+
Every RFQ receives a Proforma Invoice within 24 hours of submission, including indicative FOB pricing, lead time and payment terms.
Can I inspect goods before shipment?+
Yes. You may nominate an independent inspection agency (SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek) to verify quality and weight before container loading.
Which payment methods are accepted?+
Telegraphic Transfer (100% upfront or 50% deposit / 50% against B/L) and Letter of Credit at sight, confirmed per contract after buyer verification.
Ready to source from Tanzania?
Submit your requirements and receive a Proforma Invoice within 24 hours.