Notes from Iraq's trade frontier.
Product updates, sourcing stories, and the occasional deep dive into how wholesale trade actually moves through Iraq.
Inside Zafir Wallet: how 40,000 sellers get paid in 24 hours.
A look at the escrow and payout engine that moved IQD 40M+ last quarter — and what it took to build a wallet Iraqi banks would trust.
How to vet a Turkish factory before you wire a deposit
Five checks Sam's team runs on every new supplier — and how to run your own version before you commit.
MOQ Calculator, explained: matching budget to container size
Why the tool exists, how it estimates landed cost, and when to trust the number over your gut.
FCL vs LCL: which container option actually saves you money
The break-even math between a full container and shared space, with real Baghdad delivery timelines.
China vs Turkey: choosing your first import market
Lead times, MOQ norms, and category strength compared side by side for first-time wholesale buyers.
Inside the moderation queue: what gets a listing rejected
A breakdown of the most common reasons Zafir360 sends a product listing back for revision.
Letters of Credit for first-time importers, without the jargon
What an L/C actually protects, when it's worth the fee, and how Zafir360's partner banks handle it.
Escrow, milestone by milestone: where your money actually sits
A walkthrough of the four release points between placing an order and a supplier getting paid.
Reading a factory inspection report like a buyer
What to look for in Sam's visit notes — and the red flags that should make you ask for a re-visit.
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