These terms outline the general framework under which Arivo Commodities DMCC conducts its trading operations. Specific terms are agreed per contract.
Arivo Commodities DMCC ("Arivo") is a Dubai-based agricultural commodity trading company specialising in the sourcing, processing, and export of rice products from Myanmar for international B2B markets. These general terms apply to all quotations, offers, and contracts unless otherwise agreed in writing.
All contracts are concluded under the GAFTA (Grain and Feed Trade Association) standard contract forms, unless otherwise agreed. The applicable GAFTA contract number is specified in each individual sales confirmation. GAFTA rules and procedures, including arbitration, apply to all transactions.
Product specifications listed on this website and in quotations are indicative and based on standard mill output. Final specifications are confirmed in the sales contract and verified by an independent Certificate of Analysis (CoA) issued at loadport. Typical parameters include moisture content, broken percentage, grain composition, mixture allowances, and milling degree. Specifications may vary within agreed tolerances as per GAFTA contract terms.
Prices are quoted per metric tonne in USD, unless otherwise specified. The following payment terms are available:
Shipping documents are released through the banking channel upon receipt of full payment.
Irrevocable LC issued by a reputable European bank, advised through our banking partner in Dubai.
Available for established trading relationships, subject to trade credit insurance.
All banking charges outside the seller's country are for the buyer's account.
Shipments are arranged under Incoterms® 2020. Standard delivery terms offered:
Risk transfers to buyer at vessel's rail at Yangon port.
Arivo arranges freight and marine insurance to Rotterdam.
Goods are shipped in 20-foot containers (FCL). Packaging options include 25 kg PP bags, 50 kg PP bags, 1 MT FIBC big bags, and bulk container liners, as agreed per contract.
Independent third-party inspection is arranged at loadport through SGS or Cotecna. The inspection covers weight verification, quality parameters, and moisture content. A full documentation package accompanies each shipment, including:
The SGS/Cotecna inspection certificate issued at loadport is final and binding for all quality parameters.
Apparent damage must be notified within 3 days of discharge. Quality claims within 14 days. Absolute cutoff at 21 days from date of discharge.
Destination demurrage and storage costs incurred after the agreed free time are for the buyer's account.
Pre-shipment samples (typically 1–5 kg) can be provided upon request for lab testing and production trials. A full Certificate of Analysis is included with each sample. Sample approval may be required before first shipment, depending on the product and buyer requirements.
Arivo's liability is limited to the terms and conditions set out in the applicable GAFTA contract. Arivo shall not be liable for indirect, consequential, or incidental damages. Force majeure events — including but not limited to natural disasters, government actions, trade sanctions, port closures, and epidemics — shall relieve Arivo of its obligations for the duration of such events, as per GAFTA force majeure provisions.
All disputes arising out of or in connection with trading contracts shall be settled by arbitration in accordance with the GAFTA Arbitration Rules (Rules No. 125). The decision of the arbitration tribunal shall be final and binding. English law applies unless otherwise stated in the contract.
For questions about these trading terms or to discuss specific contract requirements:
Last updated: February 2026. These terms are for informational purposes and do not constitute legal advice. Specific contractual terms supersede these general conditions.