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Payment and Credit Terms Guide for Air Bar Vibe 5
Published 2026 · VapeWholesaleHub trade desk
Payment and credit terms shape cash flow as much as unit price does for Vibe 5.
The Vibe 5 has settled into a stable position in the range, which makes payment and credit terms the natural next question for distributors.
Documentation is not paperwork for its own sake; on payment and credit terms it is the difference between a clean clearance and a delayed one.
Why payment and credit terms matters on the Vibe 5
Standard practice is a deposit with balance before shipment for new accounts.
Freight consolidation changes the answer to payment and credit terms at container scale, which is why small and large buyers reach different conclusions.
Established relationships may move to documentary credit or open terms.
Reference specification
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Vibe 5 |
| Brand | Air Bar |
| Category | Starter Kits |
| Battery | 400 mAh |
| Output range | 12-40 W |
| Capacity | 1.0 ml |
| Charging | USB-C fast charge |
| 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
Shops that receive a short briefing on payment and credit terms convert noticeably better than shops that only receive stock.
Retail staff rarely ask about payment and credit terms directly, but their questions almost always lead back to it.
Checklist
- Retain one sealed sample carton from every batch for reference.
- Review the reorder point after one full selling cycle.
- Log sell through by account for the first eight weeks.
- Confirm the exact configuration in writing before the deposit is paid.
- Verify that artwork matches the approved compliance template.
- Record the arrival condition with photographs on the day of delivery.
Commercial terms
Payment history is the single most reliable route to better terms, more than total annual volume.
Most long running accounts settle into a rhythm of monthly top ups with one larger seasonal build per year.
| Volume tier | Indicative unit level | Lead time |
|---|---|---|
| Carton (179 units) | Tier 1 | 7-12 days |
| Pallet (1917 units) | Tier 2 | 21-30 days |
| Container (6877 units) | Tier 3 | 7-12 days |
Frequently asked questions
What payment terms apply to a first Vibe 5 order?
Typically a deposit on confirmation and the balance before shipment, moving to better terms with history.
Do you support long term supply agreements?
Yes, rolling agreements with defined review points work better for both sides than rigid annual commitments.
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.
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.
Final word
The buyers who do this well are not luckier; they are simply more consistent about the basics.
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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