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How to read durian prices
Durian prices swing sharply with season and supply, so a single number can easily mislead. This article helps you read quotes correctly and compare them on the same terms.
What makes prices change
- Variety and fruit grade: variety, size, uniformity.
- Ripeness and appearance at harvest and on receipt.
- Season and supply: prices tend to face pressure at peak harvest, and early or late season can differ.
- Costs of grading, packing, testing and cold storage where applicable.
- Transport cost and waiting time at the border.
- Exchange rates and payment terms.
Comparing quotes properly
- Same variety, same grade and same packing specification.
- Same delivery terms: at the orchard, at the warehouse, at the border or at the receiving point in China.
- Who bears testing costs, documents and risk during transport.
- Whether acceptance and handling of non-conforming goods are stated clearly.
- How long the quote stays valid.
Why quotes are usually valid only briefly
For fresh produce, prices can change within days. That is why volume, price and delivery schedule are confirmed per order or contract rather than set at one level for the whole season.
Gia Phú does not publish a fixed price list. Send a specific request to receive a plan and a quote based on the real conditions of your order.
Frequently asked questions
Why do two quotes for the same variety differ so much?
Usually because of different grade, ripeness, packing specification, delivery terms or which costs are included. Compare on the same terms before drawing conclusions.
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