全套外贸英语函电.docx

1、全套外贸英语函电Letter 1Self-introductionDear Sirs,Through the courtesy of the Chamber of Commerce in Tokyo, we have learned that you have been supplying the best quality foods all over the world, and we are sure there is a large demand for various exotic foods in our country. We are writing to you in the h

2、ope of establishing business relations with you.We are the largest food trading company in Japan with offices or representatives in all major cities and towns in the country. We have been importing a large variety of foods from Europe and the U.S.A. and consider that we have considerable experience

3、in this field.A bright prospect for your products in our market is foreseeable, We look forward to hearing from you and assure you of our close cooperation at all times. Yours faithfully,Letter 2Asking to Establish Business Relations Dear Sirs,Your letter of November 21 addressed to our sister corpo

4、ration in Shanghai has been transferred to us for attention. As the items fall within the scope of business activities, we shall be pleased to enter into direct business relations with you. We have learned that you are one of the leading importers and wholesalers of Electric and Electronic Machinery

5、 and Equipment in Thailand. We are exporters of the same lines of business, having a business background of some 40 years, and are now particularly interested in exporting to your country Electronic Products of all types.All kinds of our products are good sellers and worth commendation for their exc

6、ellent quality. If you are interested in marketing these products at your end, please let us know and we shall be pleased to send you our quotations and sample books upon receipt of your specific enquiries.We look forward to your favorable reply. Yours faithfully, Letter 3Asking for CataloguesDear S

7、irs,We owe your name and address to Bank of China, Lagos Branch, through whom we have learnt you are exporters of Chinese Textiles and Cotton Piece Goods. For your information, textiles are our main imports, but now we are especially interested in importing Printed Shirting from your country.If you

8、can assure us of workable prices, excellent quality and prompt delivery, we shall be able to deal in these goods on a substantial scale.We would therefore highly appreciate it if you would send us by airmail catalogues, sample books and all necessary information regarding Printed Shirting, so as to

9、acquaint us with the material and workmanship of your supplies. We are looking forward to your early reply. Yours faithfully,Letter 4Asking to Establish Business RelationsDear Sirs,Your name and address have been recommended to us by the Commercial Counselors Office of our Embassy in your country as

10、 well-established importers of light industrial goods in your country. We now avail ourselves of this opportunity to write to you and see if we can establish business relations by a start of some practical transactions.Our corporation is established for the purpose of carrying on import and export b

11、usiness as well as other activities in connection with foreign trade. We are active in commercial intercourse with the trade and financial circles of various countries and districts. We are striving to expand economic cooperation and exchange of technology with foreign countries, and to utilize comm

12、on and reasonable international practices in a flexible way.To acquaint you with light industrial goods we handle, we are sending you, by separate airmail, a commodity list and several sample books for your reference. We welcome your inquiries. Yours faithfully,Letter 5Invitation to Guangzhou FairGe

13、ntlemen:We are glad to learn that you are considering a visit to China to pave the way for cooperation between our two companies.We agree with you that a discussion between us in person is beneficial and necessary. As the next session of the Chinese Export Commodities Fair in Guangzhou is to be held

14、 from April 15 to April 27, 2000 in the city of Guangzhou in southern China, we would like to suggest that you attend it. The general manager and sales representatives of our company will be there to meet you and conduct negotiations with you. Some of the new products will be on display at our stand

15、s at the Fair. After the visit to the Fair you are welcome to come to the city of Nanjing to see some of the factories you are interested in.Provided you have decided on such a visit, we will forward you a formal invitation, with which you can apply for an entry visa.We are confident that our meetin

16、g at the Fair will be productive and lead to advance of our business relations. Yours sincerely,Letter 6An itinerary of a VisitGentlemen:We are in receipt of your telex message this morning. In compliance with your request, we have made a tentative itinerary for your trade groups visit to Nanjing as

17、 follows:July 24, Monday 10:00 a.m.: Arrival in Nanjing by MU9803 2:00p.m.: Business negotiationJuly 25, Tuesday Morning and afternoon: Going to Suzhou to visit Suzhou Industrial ParkJuly 26, Wednesday Morning: Return from Suzhou to Nanjing Afternoon: Visit factories in NanjingJuly 27, Thursday 9:00

18、 a.m.: Business negotiation Afternoon: Sightseeing in Nanjing 7:30p.m. : Departure from Nanjing to Beijing by Flight CA1505 The above itinerary is open to alterations and your comments and suggestions are welcome. Your prompt reply will be highly appreciated. Respectfully Yours Letter 7Showing Inter

19、est in ProductsDear Sirs,We have read your advertisement in “Economic Reporter” and we are glad to know that you are one of the leading exporters of silk blouses in China. We are interested in the products and would like to be informed of details of your various types, including sizes, colors and pr

20、ices.We are large dealers in silk garments, having over 15 years experience in this particular line of business. Silk blouses of good quality and moderate prices command a good sale in our market.When replying, please state terms of payment and discounts you would allow on purchases of quantities of

21、 over 100 dozen of individual items.We look forward to your early reply. Sincerely yours,Letter 8Making an EnquiryGentlemen:Please be informed that one of our clients is in the marked for peanuts. It will be highly appreciated if you could quote us your rock-bottom prices for the same, with indicati

22、on of date of shipment.We would like to stress the point that the peanuts enquired for are handpicked Shandong peanuts, 2001 crop and packed in new gunny bags of 100 kgs each. Meanwhile, the goods should be surveyed by a certified public surveyor as to their quality and weight.In order to facilitate

23、 our mutual business, it is hoped that you would airmail us the soonest possible your proforma invoice for 2,000 tons of the above commodity with prices on CFR Genoa basis, so that we could get our clients confirmation.Your prompt reply would be appreciated. Sincerely yours,Letter 9An Enquiry for Ar

24、ts & CraftsGentlemen:We are much obliged to Bank of China for the name and address of your company and are pleased to know you are one of the principal producers and exporters of arts and crafts in China.We are glad to tell you there is an urgent need for moderately priced gifts of salient oriental

25、characteristics in Australia for the forthcoming 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney. We shall appreciate it if you will quote us your floor price for cloisonn cups and vases of different sizes at your earliest convenience. Quotations for other recommended Chinese arts and crafts appealing to tourists as g

26、ifts are also welcome. Provided the prices quoted are competitive, we should like to place large orders with you.As for payment, we will open irrevocable letter of credit in your favor for the total value right after orders have been confirmed by us. Your soonest reply will be much appreciated Since

27、rely yours,Letter 10Reply to an EnquiryDear Sirs,Your enquiry for Pens has been passed on us for attention by our Commercial Counselors office in your country.We specialize in producing Hero Brand Pens of various types, with a history of 64 years. The enclosed catalogue will make you acquainted with

28、 some of our products.In particular, we recommend and quote for the following types which have met with warm reception in the Middle East market and, we are sure , will be of interest to you.Art No.Name of CommoditySpecifications Prices(per dz)Type 200Type 13Type 251Twin Gift SetHigh Grade Golden Pe

29、nHigh Grade Iridium penA fountain pen of 14k gold nib Matches a ballpen.12k gold nib, Stainless steel capexposed nib, Aluminum cap,plastic barrelUS $ 100.50US $ 52US $ 36It is understood the above prices are quoted on FOB Shanghai basis and are without engagement, subject to our final confirmation,

30、Wed appreciate payment by confirmed, irrevocable L/C at sight. The goods would be ready for shipment one month from receipt of your written order.We look forward to your trial order. Sincerely yours,Letter 11Making a QuotationDear Sirs,We are in receipt of your letter of July 17, asking us to offer

31、10,000 metric tons of Superior White Sugar on FAS Shanghai basis and appreciate very much your interest in our product.To comply with your request, we are quoting you as follows:1. Commodity: Superior White Crystal Sugar.2. Packing: To be packed in new gunny bag of 100 kgs. each.3. Quantity: Ten Tho

32、usand (10,000) metric tons.4. Price: at USD105.00 per metric ton, FAS Shanghai.5. Payment: by 100% irrevocable and confirmed letter of credit in our favor available by draft at sight.6. Shipment: October/November 1999Your attention is drawn to the fact that we have not much ready stock on hand. Therefore, it is imperative that, in order to enable us to effect early shipment, your letter of credit should be open