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Air Bar Diamond 2: 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 Diamond 2.
Distributors reviewing their Diamond 2 range usually find that payment and credit terms explains most of the variance in results between accounts.
The most common mistake is optimising for the first order instead of the fourth, which is where Diamond 2 economics actually settle.
Why payment and credit terms matters on the Diamond 2
Standard practice is a deposit with balance before shipment for new accounts.
A written internal standard for payment and credit terms makes onboarding new account managers far quicker and reduces avoidable errors.
Established relationships may move to documentary credit or open terms.
Reference specification
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Diamond 2 |
| Brand | Air Bar |
| Category | Vape Devices |
| Battery | 1100 mAh |
| Output range | 10-25 W |
| Capacity | 1.0 ml |
| Charging | USB-C 1A |
| Coil options | 0.6 / 0.8 / 1.0 ohm |
| Carton quantity | 240 units |
Currency and bank charges belong in the landed cost calculation.
Practical notes for buyers
Consistency across batches matters more than peak performance for Diamond 2, and payment and credit terms is where inconsistency first appears.
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
- Review the reorder point after one full selling cycle.
- Check carton quantities against the commercial invoice line by line.
- Verify that artwork matches the approved compliance template.
- Record the arrival condition with photographs on the day of delivery.
- Keep certificates current and filed against the exact model name.
- Request batch photographs and a packing list prior to shipment.
Commercial terms
Lead times are a function of component availability as much as factory capacity, so buffers should reflect both.
Commercial terms are usually agreed in three parts: a deposit on confirmation, a balance before shipment and a stated validity window.
| Volume tier | Indicative unit level | Lead time |
|---|---|---|
| Carton (165 units) | Tier 1 | 30-45 days |
| Pallet (1795 units) | Tier 2 | 30-45 days |
| Container (14343 units) | Tier 3 | 7-12 days |
Frequently asked questions
What payment terms apply to a first Diamond 2 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.
What happens if a batch fails inspection?
The agreed procedure normally covers replacement of affected units or credit against the next order, documented before shipment.
Can several models be mixed in one shipment?
Yes, mixing models and flavours within a carton or pallet is common and usually helps first time buyers test demand.
Final word
If only one thing changes after reading this, let it be the habit of checking payment and credit terms before reordering.
Trade enquiry
Quotations, samples and artwork files are available on request. Please state model, quantity per SKU, destination and target delivery window.
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