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Al Fakher Prime 3: Payment and Credit Terms for Distributors
Published 2026 · VapeWholesaleHub trade desk
Payment and credit terms shape cash flow as much as unit price does for Prime 3.
What follows is a practical view of payment and credit terms for the Prime 3, written for people who place repeat orders rather than one off buys.
The most common mistake is optimising for the first order instead of the fourth, which is where Prime 3 economics actually settle.
Why payment and credit terms matters on the Prime 3
Standard practice is a deposit with balance before shipment for new accounts.
Keeping a short internal note on payment and credit terms for each SKU pays for itself the first time a dispute arises over the Prime 3.
Established relationships may move to documentary credit or open terms.
Reference specification
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Prime 3 |
| Brand | Al Fakher |
| Category | Starter Kits |
| Battery | 800 mAh |
| Output range | 8-25 W |
| Capacity | 1.0 ml |
| Charging | USB-C 2A |
| Coil options | 0.8 / 1.2 ohm |
| Carton quantity | 240 units |
Currency and bank charges belong in the landed cost calculation.
Practical notes for buyers
Consistency across batches matters more than peak performance for Prime 3, and payment and credit terms is where inconsistency first appears.
Consistency across batches matters more than peak performance for Prime 3, and payment and credit terms is where inconsistency first appears.
Checklist
- Retain one sealed sample carton from every batch for reference.
- Log sell through by account for the first eight weeks.
- Agree in advance who pays for return freight on a defect claim.
- Keep certificates current and filed against the exact model name.
- Verify that artwork matches the approved compliance template.
- Confirm the exact configuration in writing before the deposit is paid.
Commercial terms
Payment history is the single most reliable route to better terms, more than total annual volume.
Agreeing a defect handling procedure before the first shipment removes emotion from later conversations.
| Volume tier | Indicative unit level | Lead time |
|---|---|---|
| Carton (175 units) | Tier 1 | 14-21 days |
| Pallet (866 units) | Tier 2 | 7-12 days |
| Container (13051 units) | Tier 3 | 30-45 days |
Frequently asked questions
What payment terms apply to a first Prime 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.
Can packaging be adjusted for our market?
Artwork localisation is straightforward; structural changes need larger volumes and a longer lead time.
Do you support long term supply agreements?
Yes, rolling agreements with defined review points work better for both sides than rigid annual commitments.
Final word
None of this is complicated, but it does need to be written down and reviewed on a schedule.
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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