Import With Greater Confidence
Essoria helps importers identify potential suppliers and coordinate the key stages involved in an international import transaction.
One importer. A dozen hand-offs.
A single import can involve a supplier, two banks, a forwarder, an inspection agency, a customs broker, an insurer and a transporter. Essoria keeps one file, one plan and one point of contact across all of them.
- A requirement reference from day one
- Supplier review before you commit money
- Document and LC checks before shipment, not after
What Essoria supports at each stage
Use the full journey or only the stages you need.
Import Requirement Posting
Describe the product, specification, quantity, destination and timeline. You get a requirement reference and an initial review.
Who acts: You · Essoria reviewsSupplier Sourcing
We identify potential suppliers that match the specification, volume and destination, and present a shortlist.
Who acts: EssoriaSupplier Verification Support
Structured review of the supplier's available business information and supporting documents before you commit.
Who acts: EssoriaProduct & Specification Review
We check quotations against your specification — grades, standards, tolerances, certifications and labelling for your market.
Who acts: Essoria · You approveCommercial Negotiation Support
Support on price, Incoterm, lead time, warranty and payment terms so the commercial offer is comparable and complete.
Who acts: You · Essoria advisesImport Documentation
Checklist and review of the documents your shipment and clearance will need — invoice, packing list, origin and product certificates.
Who acts: Essoria · Supplier preparesLC / Payment Advisory
Review of the LC draft or payment structure against the purchase order before anything is issued.
Who acts: Your bank · Essoria reviewsFreight Coordination
We obtain and compare freight options and coordinate booking through a logistics partner.
Who acts: Freight forwarder · coordinatedCustoms & C&F Coordination
Coordination with a licensed customs broker / C&F agent for filing, duty assessment and release at destination.
Who acts: Licensed customs broker · coordinatedInsurance Coordination
We help you confirm who insures under the agreed Incoterm and coordinate cover where it falls to you.
Who acts: Insurer · coordinatedInland Transportation
Port or airport to warehouse movement arranged with a transporter, timed to clearance.
Who acts: Transporter · coordinatedDelivery Coordination
Final delivery, receipt confirmation and closing of the trade file.
Who acts: Essoria · You confirmWho does what
Regulated services stay with licensed providers. Essoria's role is advisory, documentation support and coordination — so you always know who is accountable for each step.
| Area | Essoria's role | Performed by |
|---|---|---|
| Sourcing & verification | Finds, shortlists and reviews potential suppliers | Essoria |
| Letter of Credit | Reviews the draft and flags risky terms | Issuing bank (and advising / confirming banks) |
| Freight | Compares options and coordinates booking | Freight forwarder / carrier |
| Customs clearance | Coordinates documents and timelines | Licensed customs broker / C&F agent |
| Cargo insurance | Checks who insures and coordinates cover | Insurance company |
| Inspection | Coordinates pre-shipment inspection where required | Inspection agency |
Before you post
- Product specification or drawings
- Quantity, unit and frequency
- Delivery location and required date
- HS code, if known
Business details
- Company registration information
- IEC / GST details, where applicable
- Preferred payment method
- Any licences your product needs
What happens next
Your requirement is reviewed, clarified with you if needed, and matched against potential suppliers. You decide what to proceed with — nothing is committed on your behalf.
Ready to source?
Post an import requirement and get a reference number today.