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1. Order Confirmation & Documentation (2–5 business days)
- Customer receives product catalog, pricing, and terms
- Terms agreed upon:
- Quantities
- Packaging format
- Incoterms (FOB, CIF, or DDP)
- Port of destination
- Buyer confirms and makes payment (deposit or full)
📌 Common terms: 30% down payment, 70% against shipping documents
2. Production & Export Preparation (3–7 business days)
Product is processed and packed
Labeled according to U.S. import standards
Export documentation prepared:
Commercial invoice
Packing list
Health or phytosanitary certificates
3. Export Process in Colombia (1–3 business days)
Goods transported to port (usually Cartagena, Buenaventura, or Barranquilla)
Customs clearance with DIAN (Colombian customs authority)
Cargo loaded into reefer container (refrigerated) or air cargo
4. International Shipping to U.S. (7–10 calendar days)
| Shipping Method | Timeframe |
|---|---|
| Sea Freight – East Coast (e.g., Miami) | 7–10 calendar days |
5. U.S. Customs Clearance (2–5 business days)
Inspection (random or required)
Goods arrive at U.S. port of entry
Cleared by:
CBP (U.S. Customs and Border Protection)
FDA (Food & Drug Administration) — ensures product compliance
Broker files import entry documents
Tariffs/duties paid ( 10%)
6. Final Delivery to Customer (1–3 business days)
If DDP (Delivered Duty Paid), seller arranges inland delivery to the buyer’s warehouse, cold storage, or facility
If Incoterm is FOB/CIF, buyer arranges pickup from port or warehouse
🕒 TOTAL ESTIMATED TIMELINE:
Approx. 15–30 business days
(depends on shipping method, port, and documentation flow)
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