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From structuring your first deal to protecting your commission as an experienced broker — Workmaster Group provides the expert guidance, professional documents and direct support you need to trade with confidence.

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Covers All Commodity Types

Crude Oil (BLCO / ESPO / Bonny Light)Diesel EN590 / D2 Jet A1 / JP54Mazut M100Gold / AU Doré Bauxite / AluminaIron OreCopper / Coltan Coal — Thermal & CokingCocoa / Coffee Sugar / WheatLNG / LPGTimberMining Projects

Whether You're New to Trading or an Experienced Professional...

Our documents and advisory services are built for everyone in the commodity trade chain — from beginners to seasoned traders.

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New to Commodity Trading

You've heard about commodity trading and want to get started but don't know where to begin. We explain the process, introduce you to the right documents, and guide you step by step.

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Broker / Intermediary

You connect buyers and sellers and need iron-clad documents to protect your commission. Our NCNDA, IMFPA and Commission Agreement are your essential protection.

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Seller / Supplier

You have product to sell and need professional documents that banks and buyers will respect. Our FCO, SCO, SPA and SGS Protocol will give you instant credibility.

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Buyer / Investor

You want to purchase commodities or invest in mining projects. Our LOI, ICPO, BCL and MoU documents guide you safely through the buying process.

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New to Commodity Trading? Here's How a Deal Works

International commodity trading can feel complex — but every deal follows the same basic pattern. Here's how it works in three stages.

1

Find & Verify

Both parties identify and verify each other. Sign the NCNDA to protect contacts and commissions from the very start. This is the foundation of every deal.

2

Exchange & Negotiate

Seller issues an SCO or FCO with product details and indicative pricing. Buyer responds with an LOI or ICPO. Both parties negotiate terms until agreed.

3

Contract & Complete

Sign the SPA (the binding contract), protect commissions with IMFPA, arrange inspection via SGS protocol, confirm financing, and complete delivery and payment.

Every step of a commodity deal has a document designed to protect you. That's what TradeDocs Pro provides — professionally drafted templates for every stage, from first hello to final payment. Not sure where to start? Book a free advisory call and we'll guide you through it.

The Complete Commodity Deal Flowchart

Click any document to learn what it does and when to use it in your deal.

▮ Seller
▮ Both Parties
▮ Buyer
Stage 1 Deal Initiation — Sign before anything else
01
NCNDA
Non-Circumvention Non-Disclosure Agreement
Stage 2 Interest Exchange — Seller gauges buyer interest
12
SCO
Soft Corporate Offer
02
LOI
Letter of Intent
Stage 3 Formal Offer — Full details exchanged
04
FCO
Full Corporate Offer
03
ICPO
Irrevocable Purchase Order
09
BCL
Bank Comfort Letter
Stage 4 Framework Agreement (optional)
05
MoU
Memorandum of Understanding (Optional Pre-SPA Framework)
Stage 5 Commission Protection — Protect all intermediaries
07
IMFPA
Irrevocable Master Fee Protection Agreement
08
Commission Agreement
Fee Protection & Broker Protection
Stage 6 Main Contract — The binding agreement
06
SPA
Sale & Purchase Agreement — The Main Binding Contract
Stage 7 Inspection — Product verification at loading
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SGS Inspection Protocol
Product Inspection & Quality Verification Agreement
Stage 8 Mining & Projects (if applicable)
10
Mining & Project Investment MoU
For mining concessions, joint ventures & investment projects
Click any document above to learn what it does and when to use it in your deal.

All 12 Professional Templates

Every document a commodity trader needs — from first contact to signed contract. Now including the Soft Corporate Offer (SCO).

01CONFIDENTIALITY

Non-Circumvention Non-Disclosure Agreement (NCNDA)

The first document signed in any commodity deal. Protects all parties, contacts and commissions. ICC 500 referenced. Multi-party intermediary chain protection included.

02BUYER DOCUMENT

Letter of Intent (LOI)

Buyer's formal expression of intent to purchase. Specifies commodity, quantity, price basis and proposed terms. Issued before the SPA.

03BUYER DOCUMENT

Irrevocable Corporate Purchase Order (ICPO)

Binding purchase mandate. Confirms product specs, quantity, payment terms (DLC/SBLC/TT) and delivery. Accepted by major trading houses worldwide.

04SELLER DOCUMENT

Full Corporate Offer (FCO)

Seller's formal offer including product specs, quantity, price, delivery terms under Incoterms 2020 and payment method. Structured for immediate LOI response.

05FRAMEWORK

Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)

Pre-contractual framework covering exclusivity, due diligence period, confidentiality obligations, and intent to proceed to SPA.

06MAIN CONTRACT

Sale & Purchase Agreement (SPA)

The binding commodity contract. Covers product, quantity, price, payment instrument, Incoterms delivery, SGS inspection, force majeure and LCIA arbitration.

07INTERMEDIARY

Irrevocable Master Fee Protection Agreement (IMFPA)

The most powerful intermediary protection available. Irrevocable, covers the full broker chain, triggers automatic SWIFT payment — ICC & UCP 600 compliant.

08INTERMEDIARY

Commission / Fee Protection Agreement

Protects brokers, agents and intermediaries. Defines commission percentage, payment trigger and non-circumvention obligations across deal cycles.

09FINANCIAL

Bank Comfort Letter (BCL) Request

Formal letter requesting a BCL or RWA from buyer's bank to confirm financial capability prior to seller releasing product proof.

10MINING & PROJECTS

Mining & Project Investment MoU

Investor-to-concession-owner framework. Covers due diligence, phased investment tranches, equity terms, exclusivity and geological representations.

11INSPECTION

Product Inspection & SGS Protocol Agreement

Defines terms for third-party inspection by SGS, Bureau Veritas or Cotecna. Covers sampling methodology, testing standards and binding results.

12EARLY STAGE

Soft Corporate Offer (SCO)

A preliminary, non-binding offer from seller to buyer issued before the FCO to gauge interest. Includes indicative price, quantity and delivery terms. Marked "Subject to Final Contract (STFC)". Triggers the buyer's LOI.

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NON-CIRCUMVENTION NON-DISCLOSURE
NCNDA · ICC 500
Party A
Party B
01 · NCNDAConfidentiality
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LETTER OF INTENT
LOI · Buyer Doc
Authorised Signatory
02 · LOIBuyer Document
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IRREVOCABLE PURCHASE ORDER
ICPO · Binding
Buyer · Corporate Seal
03 · ICPOPurchase Order
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FULL CORPORATE OFFER
FCO · Seller Doc
Seller · Director
04 · FCOCorporate Offer
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MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
MoU · Framework
Party A
Party B
05 · MoUFramework
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SALE & PURCHASE AGREEMENT
SPA · Main Contract
Seller
Buyer
06 · SPAMain Contract
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IRREVOCABLE MASTER FEE PROTECTION
IMFPA · ICC/UCP
Buyer
Broker
07 · IMFPAFee Protection
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COMMISSION & FEE PROTECTION
Commission
Principal
Agent
08 · CommissionIntermediary
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BANK COMFORT LETTER REQUEST
BCL / RWA
Authorised Signatory
09 · BCLBank Letter
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MINING & PROJECT INVESTMENT MOU
Mining · Projects
Investor
Owner
10 · Mining MoUMining Projects
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SGS INSPECTION PROTOCOL
SGS · Inspection
Party A
Party B
11 · SGS ProtocolInspection
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SOFT CORPORATE OFFER
SCO · Preliminary
Seller · Director
12 · SCOEarly Stage

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Free Guide

Payment Methods Guide

Complete guide to DLC, SBLC, T/T wire, Escrow and CAD payment methods. When to use each, step-by-step process guides, pros & cons, cost comparison, and a verified provider directory with 8+ banks and services.

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Expert Advisory Services

Workmaster Group has decades of experience in international commodity trading. We offer direct advisory services to help you structure deals, choose the right documents, and avoid costly mistakes.

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No other document pack includes these extras. They're why TradeDocs Pro offers more value than anything else on the market at this price point.

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Commodity Trading Glossary

200+ essential terms explained — BLCO, DLC, SBLC, MT103, RWA, Q88, STS and every acronym you'll encounter. Stop guessing what documents mean.

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50-Step Deal Flow Checklist

Step-by-step guide from first contact to completion. Know exactly which document to use at each stage and never miss a critical step in the deal process.

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Red Flags & Fraud Prevention Guide

The 15 most common scams in commodity trading — advance fee fraud, ghost sellers, fake LOIs. Protect yourself and your clients before you lose money.

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Incoterms 2020 Quick Reference

All 11 Incoterms 2020 rules explained with risk transfer points, suitable transport modes, and when to use each. Printable A4 reference card.

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Professional Email Templates

15 ready-to-use emails for every stage — opening contact, sending FCO, requesting BCL, following up on SPA, closing commissions and handling disputes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What format are the documents in?+
All documents are HTML files that open in any web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari). Fill in your details in the gold-highlighted fields, then use Print → Save as PDF. No Word, no Adobe Acrobat, no special software needed. Works on Windows, Mac and mobile.
Can I use these for US clients as well as UK and European ones?+
Yes — TradeDocs Pro has a built-in UK/US toggle (🇬🇧/🇺🇸 in the top navigation). Switching to US mode changes spelling throughout — organisation to organization, colour to color, authorised to authorized, etc. All legal content is internationally neutral and recognised under both UK and US common law, and the ICC/UNCITRAL frameworks apply globally.
Why is TradeDocs Pro better than cheaper alternatives?+
Cheap templates are often: (1) outdated — pre-Incoterms 2020 and pre-eUCP, (2) generic — not commodity-specific with the right product, payment and inspection clauses, (3) legally weak — missing arbitration and governing law clauses. TradeDocs Pro is current, commodity-specific, ICC/UNCITRAL compliant, and comes with 5 exclusive bonus resources that no other provider includes. Plus you can contact us directly with questions.
Are these documents legally recognised internationally?+
All documents are drafted to ICC, UNCITRAL, LCIA, Incoterms 2020 and UCP 600/eUCP standards — frameworks recognised by banks, courts and trading houses in 180+ countries. For very high-value transactions (USD 10M+), we recommend having a trade lawyer review the completed documents.
How do I download my documents after payment?+
Immediately after Stripe confirms your payment, you are automatically redirected to our secure download page. Click the download button to receive the complete bundle ZIP file containing all 12 documents and 5 bonus resources. Extract the ZIP, open index.html in your browser, and start using immediately.
Can I use these on multiple deals?+
Yes — once purchased you own the bundle with no usage limits. Use on as many transactions as you need for your own business. No per-deal fees, no subscriptions, no renewals.
I'm a broker — which documents protect my commission most?+
Your essential trio: Document 01 (NCNDA) prevents circumvention from day one. Document 07 (IMFPA) locks your commission as irrevocable with automatic SWIFT payment — this is the most powerful commission protection document in commodity trading. Document 08 (Commission Agreement) formally records your fee entitlement. Use the Bonus Deal Flow Checklist to know exactly when to issue each one.
What is a Soft Corporate Offer (SCO) and how is it different from an FCO?+
The SCO is a preliminary, non-binding offer marked "Subject to Final Contract (STFC)". It is issued by the seller in early deal stages to gauge buyer interest without revealing all details or making a firm commitment. The FCO (Full Corporate Offer) comes after the buyer responds positively with an LOI — it is more detailed and formal, and represents a serious offer that both parties are expected to act upon. The SCO is document 12 in our bundle and is a newer addition to the deal flow toolkit used by professional commodity traders.
I'm completely new to commodity trading — where do I start?+
Start with our free advisory consultation — contact us on WhatsApp or Telegram and we'll explain the process, tell you which documents apply to your situation, and guide you through the deal flow. The Deal Flow Checklist (included free in the bundle) also walks you through every step from first contact to completion. Our Advisory + Documents package (£197) is particularly popular with beginners as it includes a full 1-hour call where we answer your specific questions.
Can you help me find buyers or sellers for my commodity?+
We provide trade advisory services including introductions to our network for qualified clients. Contact us on WhatsApp or Telegram to discuss your specific requirements. Our Trade Partnership package (£497) includes access to our vetted trading network where applicable. Please note we conduct due diligence on all parties before making introductions.

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