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Frozen Horse Mackerel Due Diligence Sheet (HS 030355)

✓ Broker-Verified IntelligenceAnalytical data backed by operational tracking of the Morocco → Benin corridor.

Feasibility & Transit Summary

5-7j
Port Clearance
Moderate
Cotonou Demurrage
-18°C
Cold Storage

Data measured on 40ft REEFER refrigerated containers during Casablanca → Cotonou transit.

Commercial Trade Terms & Incoterms

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Min. Order Quantity (MOQ)1x 20ft FCL (~ 17.5 - 20 Metric Tons)
Supported IncotermsFOB Cotonou (PAC) / CIF Helsinki (Vuosaari Port)
Payment TermsIrrevocable L/C at Sight OR CorriVeri Escrow (30% Deposit / 70% against B/L & Inspection)
Sample Order FlowAvailable (500g - 1kg Sealed Batch via DHL / FedEx Express)
EU Import Tariff0% Import Duty Rate (ACP-UE / GSP REX Framework)
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B2B Product Specifications

HS Code030355
Standard Grades16cm+, 20cm+, 25cm+
Packaging20kg Master Cartons (Vacuum Polyethylene Bags)
Maximum Shelf Life18 Months

Friction Logs (Timestamped Field Observations)

February 2026
48h delay on veterinary sanitary inspection at Cotonou Port quay due to public holiday. Recommendation: submit documents 48h prior.
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Field Inspection & Analysis: Komi Thomas
Ground-Truth Lead Analyst • CorriVeri Desk (Helsinki)

B2B Logistics & Customs Feasibility Summary

The Frozen Horse Mackerel (HS 030355) trade flow between Morocco (Port of Agadir/Tan-Tan) and Benin (Autonomous Port of Cotonou) represents a strategic supply chain for frozen seafood products in West Africa.

Key Feasibility Operational Metrics

  • Average Customs Clearance: 5 to 7 business days at Cotonou Port.
  • Cold Chain Standard: 40ft REEFER containers maintained at -18°C.
  • Demurrage Risk: Moderate. Free time window is 7 days before demurrage penalties apply ($45/day).
  • Sanitary Compliance: Sanitary Certificate issued by ONSSA (Morocco) and validated by the Directorate of Livestock (Benin).

Friction Log & Field Observations

Ground-truth inspections monitored by Komi Thomas (Lead Analyst - CorriVeri Desk) highlight critical checkpoint requirements: 1. Ensure the Bill of Lading (B/L) mentions the precise container set-point temperature (-18°C). 2. Pre-declare customs documentation 48 hours prior to vessel arrival at Cotonou quay to minimize demurrage exposure.