Terms of Service
The terms and conditions governing your use of our website and engagement with our export services.
Last updated: July 2025 · Effective: July 2025
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Asmina Global website and services. Please read them carefully before placing an enquiry or entering into a trade agreement with us. These Terms form part of any contract between Asmina Global Investment Ltd and its clients unless expressly superseded by a signed Sales Contract.
Contents
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Asmina Global website (asminaglobal.com) or by engaging with us for the purchase or export of agricultural commodities, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, you must not use our website or services. These Terms apply to all visitors, customers, business partners, and others who access or use our services.
2. Our Services
Export of Agricultural Commodities
Asmina Global Investment Ltd is an agricultural export company based in Lagos, Nigeria. We source, process, package, and export premium African agricultural products including hibiscus flowers, cashew nuts, sesame seeds, groundnuts, cocoa beans, and soy beans to international buyers.
Website Use
Our website provides information about our products and services, enables you to submit trade enquiries, download our product catalogue, and contact our team. The website is intended for business-to-business (B2B) use by importers, distributors, wholesalers, and trade partners.
No Consumer Sales
We do not sell products directly to end consumers through our website. All transactions are business-to-business and governed by individual export contracts.
3. Enquiries & Orders
Enquiry Submission
Submitting an enquiry via our website or email does not constitute a binding order. All enquiries will be reviewed by our trade team, and a formal quotation will be issued separately.
Quotations
Quotations are valid for a period of 14 days from the date of issue unless otherwise stated. Prices are subject to change based on commodity market fluctuations, harvest conditions, and shipping rates.
Binding Contracts
A binding contract is formed only when both parties have signed a formal Sales Contract or Purchase Agreement. No verbal agreement or email exchange constitutes a binding commitment without a signed contract.
Minimum Order Quantities
A minimum order of 1 metric tonne (MT) applies to most products. Some specialty items or custom-packaged orders may carry a higher MOQ. Please contact our trade team to confirm the MOQ and current availability for your product of interest.
4. Pricing & Payment
Currency
All prices are quoted in US Dollars (USD) unless otherwise agreed in writing. Prices are based on FOB (Free on Board) Lagos unless a different Incoterm is specified in the quotation.
Accepted Payment Methods
We accept the following payment methods: • Letter of Credit (L/C) — irrevocable L/C at sight preferred for first-time buyers and large transactions • Telegraphic Transfer (T/T / Wire Transfer) — accepted for established trade relationships or with a confirmed deposit • Western Union — available for smaller transactions or sample payments The applicable method is agreed upon during contract negotiation and stated in the Sales Contract.
Payment Terms
Standard payment terms require a 30–50% deposit upon contract signing, with the balance payable before or upon presentation of shipping documents. Specific terms are set out in the individual Sales Contract.
Bank Charges
All bank charges incurred outside Nigeria are the responsibility of the buyer. Wire transfer fees and currency conversion costs are to be borne by the buyer.
Late Payment
Late payments may attract interest charges at a rate of 2% per month on outstanding amounts, as well as suspension of order processing pending payment.
5. Product Quality & Specifications
Quality Standards
All products are exported in accordance with internationally recognised quality standards and Nigerian export regulations. We provide phytosanitary certificates, certificates of origin, quality inspection reports, and other required documentation.
Specification Tolerance
Commodity products are subject to natural variation. Moisture content, colour, and physical dimensions may vary within specified tolerance ranges as agreed in the Sales Contract.
Inspection
Buyers have the right to appoint an independent inspection agency (such as SGS, Bureau Veritas, or Intertek) to inspect goods prior to shipment at the buyer's cost. Results of pre-shipment inspection are typically binding on both parties as specified in the contract.
6. Intellectual Property
Our Content
All content on this website — including text, images, logos, graphics, and the overall design — is the property of Asmina Global Investment Ltd or its licensors and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.
Permitted Use
You may view, download, and print pages from this website for your own personal, non-commercial reference. You may not reproduce, republish, distribute, or commercially exploit any content from this website without our prior written consent.
7. Disclaimers & Warranties
Website Content
The information on our website is provided for general informational purposes only. While we strive to keep content accurate and up to date, we make no warranties or representations about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of the information provided.
No Warranty on Website
The website is provided on an 'as is' and 'as available' basis without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Asmina Global Investment Ltd shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use our website or services, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or goodwill. Our total liability to you for any claim arising from or related to our services shall not exceed the total amount paid by you to us in the three (3) months preceding the claim.
9. Force Majeure
Neither party shall be liable for delays or failures in performance resulting from causes beyond their reasonable control, including but not limited to: natural disasters, acts of God, fire, flood, drought, crop failure, war, civil unrest, strikes, government actions, port closures, or global supply chain disruptions. The affected party must notify the other party as soon as reasonably practicable.
10. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
These Terms and any disputes arising from them shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Dispute Resolution
In the event of a dispute, the parties agree to first attempt resolution through good-faith negotiation. If negotiation fails within 30 days, disputes shall be referred to arbitration in Lagos, Nigeria, in accordance with the Arbitration and Conciliation Act (Cap A18, LFN 2004). The arbitration shall be conducted in English.
11. Modifications
We reserve the right to amend these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
12. Contact
For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact: Asmina Global Investment Ltd No 9, Wharf Road, Kariko Tower Building, 1st Floor Left Wing Apapa, Lagos, Nigeria Email: [email protected] Phone: +234 803 538 2638