Escrow Services for Commodity Trade

Regulated escrow framework for international commodity transactions. Funds held by a licensed escrow agent and released only when contractual milestones are independently verified — eliminating counterparty risk for buyers and suppliers across UAE, Pakistan, Tanzania, Afghanistan, Zambia, and Nigeria.

  • Buyer & seller fund protection
  • Milestone-based disbursements
  • Multi-currency settlement
  • Regional compliance coverage
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Escrow Services for Commodity Trade

Key capabilities

Regulated Escrow Accounts

Funds held with licensed financial institutions in jurisdictions accepted by both parties, with full audit trail.

Milestone-Based Release

Disbursements triggered only upon verified events — LC issuance, B/L release, SGS inspection, or arrival at port.

Multi-Currency Settlement

USD, EUR, AED, and GBP settlement options to match the contract currency and reduce FX exposure.

Independent Inspection

Third-party verification (SGS, Intertek, Bureau Veritas) integrated into the release schedule.

How it works

Step 01

Contract Lock

Buyer and seller agree on terms; escrow account opened with milestones.

Step 02

Funds Deposit

Buyer deposits agreed amount into the regulated escrow account.

Step 03

Milestone Verification

Independent inspection and shipping documents verified at each stage.

Step 04

Release

Funds released to seller as milestones are confirmed and goods arrive.

Frequently asked questions

Which jurisdictions do you operate escrow accounts in?+
We operate escrow facilities through licensed banking partners in the UAE (DIFC), the United Kingdom, and Singapore — with arrangements that comply with both buyer and seller jurisdictions.
What is the typical fee structure for escrow services?+
Escrow fees range from 0.25%–1.0% of contract value depending on transaction size, currency, and number of milestones. Quotes are issued per deal.
Can escrow be combined with a Letter of Credit?+
Yes. Many of our clients use escrow alongside an LC to cover pre-shipment advances, performance bonds, or staged releases that an LC alone does not cover.
What documents trigger fund release?+
Bill of Lading, SGS/Intertek inspection certificates, Certificate of Origin, and a signed buyer acceptance — configured per contract.

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Headquarters

United Arab Emirates

23555 – 001, IFZA Business Park, DDP, Dubai

Office

United Kingdom

128, City Road, London, EC1V 2NX

Office

Pakistan

NA Class 92, Kemari Town, Karachi

Office

Nigeria

Plot 1, Mantol Avenue, Arepo, Ogun State

Office

Hong Kong

Office No. 1506, 15/F, Loon Kee Building, 267-275 Des Voeux Road Central, Sheung Wan

Office

Zambia

Plot No 23, Mosque Road, Makeni, Lusaka

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