Responsibility Matrix
Compare service levels. Choose DAP for a stress-free experience or EXW if you have your own expert logistics.
Logistics Steps
EXW
Ex Works
Max Effort
FOB
Free On Board
Medium Effort
CIF
Cost, Insurance, Freight
Recommended
DAP
Delivered At Place
Premium Service
Tile Packing
ISPM-15Crates ready at factory
Transport to Port (Origin)
Inland truck in Turkey
Customs & Bill of Lading
Origin documentation
Loading on Board
Stowage on vessel
Sea Freight & Insurance
Ocean transport
Dest. Unloading (THC)
Port handling charges
CIF: Check Contract
Import Clearance
Customs broker service
Final Delivery to Site
Trucking to jobsite
Import Taxes & Duties
Payment to Government
Universal Buyer Responsibility (VAT / Duties) across all terms.
Estimated Timeline (Turkey -> Europe)
1
Wk 1-2Production
2
Wk 3Inland
3
Wk 4-7Ocean Freight
4
Wk 8Delivery
Financial Flow: Who gets paid?
Go2Stone
Receives: Cost of Stone + Freight (If CIF/DAP)
Govt / Customs
Receives: VAT + Duties (Paid directly or via Broker)
Carrier / Truck
Receives: Detention Fees (If unloading takes >2h)
Delivery Site Preparation
Ensure smooth reception of your natural stone
Reception Protocol
To ensure stone safety, unloading requires planning. The driver positions the truck, and your team handles the unloading.
Readiness Checklist
Telehandler (Manitou)Must have 5.20m outreach and ability to handle min 2 tons at max outreach.
ForkliftWithout a portable or structure ramp, the importer cannot use a forklift to unload as the container stays on the truck during delivery.
CraneCannot use crane unless the container type is OT (Open Top).
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