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Al Fakher Max 3 Payment and Credit Terms
Published 2026 · VapeWholesaleHub trade desk
Payment and credit terms shape cash flow as much as unit price does for Max 3.
Buyers who treat payment and credit terms as a commercial discipline rather than an afterthought tend to hold margin for longer.
Cash flow is the quiet constraint behind payment and credit terms: the cheapest option is rarely the one that frees the most working capital.
Why payment and credit terms matters on the Max 3
Standard practice is a deposit with balance before shipment for new accounts.
A written internal standard for payment and credit terms makes onboarding new account managers far quicker and reduces avoidable errors.
Established relationships may move to documentary credit or open terms.
Reference specification
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Max 3 |
| Brand | Al Fakher |
| Category | Starter Kits |
| Battery | 800 mAh |
| Output range | 12-30 W |
| Capacity | 6.0 ml |
| Charging | USB-C 1A |
| Coil options | 0.8 / 1.2 ohm |
| Carton quantity | 100 units |
Currency and bank charges belong in the landed cost calculation.
Practical notes for buyers
Shops that receive a short briefing on payment and credit terms convert noticeably better than shops that only receive stock.
A written internal standard for payment and credit terms makes onboarding new account managers far quicker and reduces avoidable errors.
Checklist
- Retain one sealed sample carton from every batch for reference.
- Check carton quantities against the commercial invoice line by line.
- Request batch photographs and a packing list prior to shipment.
- Verify that artwork matches the approved compliance template.
- Record the arrival condition with photographs on the day of delivery.
- Log sell through by account for the first eight weeks.
Commercial terms
Commercial terms are usually agreed in three parts: a deposit on confirmation, a balance before shipment and a stated validity window.
Freight terms should be named explicitly, because an unclear incoterm is the fastest way to lose a relationship.
| Volume tier | Indicative unit level | Lead time |
|---|---|---|
| Carton (159 units) | Tier 1 | 7-12 days |
| Pallet (1347 units) | Tier 2 | 7-12 days |
| Container (18952 units) | Tier 3 | 14-21 days |
Frequently asked questions
What payment terms apply to a first Max 3 order?
Typically a deposit on confirmation and the balance before shipment, moving to better terms with history.
What happens if a batch fails inspection?
The agreed procedure normally covers replacement of affected units or credit against the next order, documented before shipment.
Is documentation provided for customs?
Commercial invoice, packing list and the relevant certificates are supplied; the importer's broker handles the declaration.
How quickly can a repeat order be produced?
For established configurations production typically runs two to four weeks, with transit on top depending on the chosen method.
Final word
The buyers who do this well are not luckier; they are simply more consistent about the basics.
Trade enquiry
Quotations, samples and artwork files are available on request. Please state model, quantity per SKU, destination and target delivery window.
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