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How to Source Air Bar Zen 3: Payment and Credit Terms
Published 2026 · VapeWholesaleHub trade desk
Payment and credit terms shape cash flow as much as unit price does for Zen 3.
Every serious sourcing conversation about the Zen 3 eventually arrives at payment and credit terms, usually because it is where cost and risk meet.
The most common mistake is optimising for the first order instead of the fourth, which is where Zen 3 economics actually settle.
Why payment and credit terms matters on the Zen 3
Standard practice is a deposit with balance before shipment for new accounts.
Keeping a short internal note on payment and credit terms for each SKU pays for itself the first time a dispute arises over the Zen 3.
Established relationships may move to documentary credit or open terms.
Reference specification
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Zen 3 |
| Brand | Air Bar |
| Category | Starter Kits |
| Battery | 500 mAh |
| Output range | 12-25 W |
| Capacity | 1.0 ml |
| Charging | USB-C 1A |
| Coil options | 0.6 / 0.8 / 1.0 ohm |
| Carton quantity | 50 units |
Currency and bank charges belong in the landed cost calculation.
Practical notes for buyers
A written internal standard for payment and credit terms makes onboarding new account managers far quicker and reduces avoidable errors.
Keeping a short internal note on payment and credit terms for each SKU pays for itself the first time a dispute arises over the Zen 3.
Checklist
- Verify that artwork matches the approved compliance template.
- Retain one sealed sample carton from every batch for reference.
- Request batch photographs and a packing list prior to shipment.
- Log sell through by account for the first eight weeks.
- Confirm the exact configuration in writing before the deposit is paid.
- Agree in advance who pays for return freight on a defect claim.
Commercial terms
Lead times are a function of component availability as much as factory capacity, so buffers should reflect both.
Freight terms should be named explicitly, because an unclear incoterm is the fastest way to lose a relationship.
| Volume tier | Indicative unit level | Lead time |
|---|---|---|
| Carton (108 units) | Tier 1 | 7-12 days |
| Pallet (1114 units) | Tier 2 | 21-30 days |
| Container (13064 units) | Tier 3 | 30-45 days |
Frequently asked questions
What payment terms apply to a first Zen 3 order?
Typically a deposit on confirmation and the balance before shipment, moving to better terms with history.
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.
Is documentation provided for customs?
Commercial invoice, packing list and the relevant certificates are supplied; the importer's broker handles the declaration.
Do you support long term supply agreements?
Yes, rolling agreements with defined review points work better for both sides than rigid annual commitments.
Final word
A short quarterly review of these points will keep the Zen 3 range healthy without consuming the week.
Trade enquiry
Quotations, samples and artwork files are available on request. Please state model, quantity per SKU, destination and target delivery window.