Icumsa 45

Frequently Asked Questions

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…  a FCO. This should take about 2 working days. Can I See SGS Reports Prior To Sending An LOI? No, sellers do not supply SGS reports prior to opening negotiations. Proof of product is provided at a …

Icumsa 45 – Brazilian Sugar

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…  of ICUMSA 45 sugar are easily and accurately gaged by SGS testing according to ICUMSA guidelines. ICUMSA 45 Warning Whilst …  seller the rating of the sugar according to the Brazilian SGS standard, which classifies highly refined sugar as a low ICUMSA 45, and …

Shipping Documentation

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…  the contract and those set out in the letter of credit. SGS Certificate of Weight Grade, Quality, and Condition SGS is an international independent inspection company which will inspect the …

Firm Corporate Offer (FCO)

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…  the port they are inspected by qualified and independent SGS inspectors, and the buyer will receive the following documentation upon shipping of the sugar, SGS Certificate of Weight Grade, Quality, and Condition, Certificate of Origin, …

Proof of Product

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…  or a carrier’s commitment to transport the product. SGS inspection certificates are also valid as a proof of product, and are probably the most reliable form of PoP, as SGS is an independent firm with an international reputation for honesty and reliability. Sellers are sometimes reluctant to offer SGS certificates as a PoP, as SGS inspections are costly. If SGS inspection …

Brazilian Sugar Scams

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…  to have the sugar shipment inspected by independent SGS inspectors before it leaves the port. These inspection certificates are …

Sugar Trading Terms

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…  between banks. Most payments are made via SWIFT. SGS Inspection – Before sugar leaves the port of sale, an inspection is carried out by SGS, the world’s most respected independent sugar inspection company. SGS …