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Freemax Starre 5: 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 Starre 5.
Between the factory gate and the retail shelf, payment and credit terms is where most of the value on the Starre 5 is either created or lost.
Seasonality interacts with payment and credit terms more than most forecasts allow for, so a rolling review beats an annual one.
Why payment and credit terms matters on the Starre 5
Standard practice is a deposit with balance before shipment for new accounts.
In practice the decision comes down to three numbers: unit cost, freight per unit and the realistic sell through rate for Starre 5.
Established relationships may move to documentary credit or open terms.
Reference specification
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Starre 5 |
| Brand | Freemax |
| Category | Starter Kits |
| Battery | 1500 mAh |
| Output range | 12-25 W |
| Capacity | 4.0 ml |
| Charging | USB-C 2A |
| Coil options | 0.4 / 0.6 ohm |
| Carton quantity | 100 units |
Currency and bank charges belong in the landed cost calculation.
Practical notes for buyers
Retail staff rarely ask about payment and credit terms directly, but their questions almost always lead back to it.
Cash flow is the quiet constraint behind payment and credit terms: the cheapest option is rarely the one that frees the most working capital.
Checklist
- Log sell through by account for the first eight weeks.
- Check carton quantities against the commercial invoice line by line.
- Verify that artwork matches the approved compliance template.
- Request batch photographs and a packing list prior to shipment.
- Review the reorder point after one full selling cycle.
- Retain one sealed sample carton from every batch for reference.
Commercial terms
Lead times are a function of component availability as much as factory capacity, so buffers should reflect both.
Currency movement over a ninety day cycle can outweigh the difference between two competing quotations.
| Volume tier | Indicative unit level | Lead time |
|---|---|---|
| Carton (139 units) | Tier 1 | 21-30 days |
| Pallet (1627 units) | Tier 2 | 14-21 days |
| Container (6361 units) | Tier 3 | 21-30 days |
Frequently asked questions
What payment terms apply to a first Starre 5 order?
Typically a deposit on confirmation and the balance before shipment, moving to better terms with history.
Is documentation provided for customs?
Commercial invoice, packing list and the relevant certificates are supplied; the importer's broker handles the declaration.
Can packaging be adjusted for our market?
Artwork localisation is straightforward; structural changes need larger volumes and a longer lead time.
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
Start with one change, measure it over a quarter, then decide whether it deserves to become policy.
Trade enquiry
Quotations, samples and artwork files are available on request. Please state model, quantity per SKU, destination and target delivery window.