How to Import Diamond Aluminium Foil 37.5 sq ft From China to Bangladesh?

As one of the leading Chinese household aluminium foil suppliers, Zhengzhou Eming has seen increasing demand for aluminum foil in Bangladesh, particularly for the popular Diamond Aluminium Foil 37.5 sq ft.

This specific size has become a kitchen essential in Bangladeshi households, widely used for wrapping food, baking, grilling, and storage. While the demand continues to grow, importers and distributors often face one major obstacle: a mismatch in payment methods.

This article shares our experience and solutions to help Bangladeshi importers safely and efficiently source aluminum foil from China, including the well-known Diamond Aluminium Foil 37.5 sq ft variant.

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👉 Popular Aluminum Foil Brands and Sizes in Bangladesh

The Bangladeshi market features several household aluminum foil brands. Among them, the most popular are:

• Diamond Aluminum Foil – 37.5 sq ft (7.62m x 45.7cm): The most widely used foil in Bangladeshi homes. Reliable, multipurpose, and available in most supermarkets.
• Fresher Aluminum Foil – 7m x 45cm or 7m x 30cm: Known for consistency and smooth packaging.
• Lacy's Aluminum Foil – 37.5 sq ft: A high-quality alternative to Diamond.
• Generic and Imported Brands – Sizes like 5m x 30cm and 10m x 30cm are also common in retail for more affordable use.

Common Sizes in Bangladesh:

Size (L x W)	Area (Approx.)	Typical Use Case
5m x 30cm	16 sq ft	Light household use
7m x 30cm / 45cm	23–34 sq ft	Standard kitchen tasks
7.62m x 45.7cm	37.5 sq ft	Versatile, most common in households
10m / 20m / 30m x 30cm	32–98 sq ft	Bulk use, commercial kitchens, food business

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💳 Payment Method Mismatch: LC vs T/T

Most Bangladeshi importers are required to use LC (Letter of Credit) due to local regulations. LC provides security and documentation assurance for both importers and local banks.

However, most Chinese aluminum foil manufacturers – especially for first-time transactions – prefer T/T (Telegraphic Transfer) because:

• LC paperwork is complex and time-consuming.
• Payment delays are common.
• Small errors in LC documentation can block payments.
• Many factories are not equipped to handle LC efficiently.

This mismatch often prevents cooperation despite mutual interest.

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✅ Practical Solutions for Bangladeshi Importers

To bridge the gap between LC and T/T, we recommend the following approaches:

1. Trial Order via T/T

Start with a small order:

• Pay 30% advance via T/T.
• Pay 70% after inspection and before shipment.

This builds trust while minimizing risk. After the first successful shipment, most suppliers are open to accepting LC for future large orders.

2. Use a Sourcing Agent or Trading Company

Some Bangladeshi importers work with a trusted sourcing agent in China:

• You issue LC to the agent.
• The agent pays the Chinese factory using T/T.

This method is compliant with Bangladeshi law and satisfies the factory’s preference.

3. Alibaba Trade Assurance or Escrow Services

If the supplier is on Alibaba, you can request to pay through Trade Assurance:

• Funds are held by Alibaba.
• Released to the supplier after goods are shipped.

This offers protection without requiring an LC.

4. Use a Standby LC or Transferable LC

Some suppliers may accept:

• Standby LC: A form of payment guarantee.
• Transferable LC: Set up through an intermediary.

These are more flexible and can be discussed with your bank.

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📦 What Chinese Aluminum Foil Manufacturers Offer

As a dedicated aluminum foil manufacturer, Zhengzhou Eming support Bangladeshi importers with:

• Custom printed boxes (including Bangla language packaging)
• OEM branding for distributors
• Competitive pricing directly from our factory
• Full certification (food grade, SGS, etc.)
• Flexible MOQ for trial orders
• Efficient logistics to Chittagong port

Our most requested item from Bangladesh remains the 37.5 sq ft foil (7.62m x 45.7cm) in colored printed boxes. We can match or replicate Diamond-style packaging under your own brand.

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📅 Final Tips for New Aluminum Foil Importers

• Be open to a trial order using T/T for the first shipment.
• Request product samples and videos before payment.
• Use a third-party inspection if needed.
• Communicate clearly about packaging, size, and documentation.
• Once trust is built, move to LC for larger shipments.

Eming is always looking to build long-term cooperation with Bangladeshi aluminum foil distributors and importers. Together, we can bring quality aluminum foil to more households across Bangladesh.