About Us
Tesserect connects export-ready producers with qualified international buyers and supports the structured execution of commodity trade transactions, helping our clients access and develop new international markets.
What we do
We connect producers and buyers and support the transaction process for commodity trade and exports.
We operate as an intermediary only: we do not take title to goods and we do not perform verification. We facilitate access to established systems where verification and compliance are performed by customs authorities, accredited bodies, and banks through standardized documentary processes.
Registered South African entity. Compliance documentation available upon request.
How we work
For whom
Buyers seeking compliant supply and producers seeking market access.
How
Counterparty introductions, corridor activation, documentation coordination, and alignment on payment methods and Incoterms.
Under what structure
Documentary execution through banking processes and official frameworks; no discretionary verification or title-taking by Tesserect.
Scope
Precious metals facilitation, agricultural export facilitation, and select products.
Engagement parameters
Counterparties
We facilitate access to pre-vetted trade channels where verification occurs through customs authorities and banking protocols.
Documentation
Transactions are coordinated around official documentation and bank-confirmed shipping documents.
Non-verification stance
We do not verify. We facilitate access to systems where verification and compliance occur.
Commodities
Commodities facilitated
The commodities below are offered through established export corridors and documentary execution.
South Africa
Citrus
Fresh citrus exports. Varieties, grade, packaging, volumes, delivery windows, and destination are defined in the agreement.
Product list
- Oranges
- Lemons
- Mandarins
- Grapefruit
Formats & logistics
- ✓Cartons / pallets (as per agreement)
- ✓Cold-chain / reefer routing where required
Documentation (typical)
- ✓Certificate of origin and phytosanitary documentation (as applicable)
- ✓Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading (documentary set)
South Africa
Cape Town wines
Wine exports. Format (bottled or bulk), labeling/specification, volumes, and routing are defined in the agreement.
Formats
- Bottled
- Bulk
Packaging & shipping
- ✓Cases / pallets (bottled) or bulk containerization (as per agreement)
- ✓Incoterms and routing defined per agreement
Execution parameters
- ✓Documentary execution (commercial + shipping documents)
- ✓Inspection by SGS or equivalent where specified
Services
Precious Metals Facilitation
We connect verified buyers with producers in resource-rich regions through established trade corridors using third-party established verification systems for execution:
Compliance Assurance
Transactions flow through recognized legal entities where customs authorities validate documentation.
Regulatory Alignment
Utilizing regional frameworks where tax compliance is confirmed by issuing jurisdictions.
Secure Execution
Payments processed exclusively against bank-verified shipping documents (SWIFT protocols).
Volume Parameters
Minimum shipment sizes aligned with logistical viability.
Services
Agricultural Export Facilitation
We connect producers with international markets through official agricultural certification and customs clearance frameworks:
Origin Validation
Certificates issued and authenticated by regional agricultural authorities.
Quality Assurance
Mandatory pre-shipment inspections conducted by accredited regional bodies.
Duty Optimization
Leveraging protocols where customs authorities automatically apply duty rates.
Volume Parameters
Minimum quantities ensuring logistical efficiency.
How we operate
Trade facilitation under third-party verification and documentary banking processes.
Primary trade corridors: South Africa → UAE, China and Turkey.
Process flow
Execution sequence
Supplier onboarding and corridor selection using third-party verification systems.
Supplier requirements (download)Buyer readiness aligned to documentation, payment method, and compliance requirements.
Buyer requirements (download)Alignment on CIF/FOB Incoterms, specifications, volumes, timelines, and documentary conditions.
Contract execution and LC issuance by a reputable bank, payable against compliant shipping documents.
Shipment, inspection (where applicable), and documentary presentation through banking channels.
Zero Verification Claims
We reference only third-party validated frameworks (customs authorities, banking protocols, regional bodies).
Pure Conduit Model
Never hold title to goods—only connect parties to pre-existing verification channels.
Document-Driven Execution
Payments require bank-confirmed shipping documents (no discretionary judgment).
Transparent Positioning
We facilitate access to systems where verification occurs.
Operations
Transaction Security & Payment Method
We structure transactions to rely on established banking and documentation protocols.
- ✓Primary payment method: LC (Letter of Credit), issued by a reputable bank and payable strictly against compliant shipping documentation.
- ✓Commercial terms: CIF or FOB Incoterms, selected based on the agreement’s allocation of freight, insurance, and risk transfer.
- ✓Inspection: SGS or an equivalent accredited inspection body, where applicable, aligned to the required pre-shipment or documentary conditions.
- ✓Contractual documentation & compliance: executed contracts, standardized banking documentation, and adherence to applicable regulatory and customs requirements.
Operations
Precious metals pathways
We facilitate access to existing trade channels where verification occurs through:
- ✓Government-mandated customs clearance
- ✓Accredited assay certification bodies
- ✓Standardized banking documentation protocols
We never conduct verification—only enable access to systems where it occurs organically.
Operations
Agricultural export pathways
We activate existing verification ecosystems where:
- ✓Certificates of origin are validated by issuing governments
- ✓Phytosanitary standards are enforced by regional agricultural departments
- ✓Customs clearance triggers automatic duty application
We facilitate access to these systems—never substituting for official verification.
Get in touch
Tell us what you source or supply. We’ll respond within 24 hours.
Tesserect (Pty) Ltd is a registered South African company operating internationally, with a registered address in South Africa and trade coordination presence in Türkiye.
Location
info@tesserect.com
We respond within 24 hours
Phone
+90 (548) 876 1289
Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM
Send an inquiry
Provide a short summary and we’ll route it to the right team (buyer/supplier, precious metals/agri/processed).
Onboarding requirements
For qualified suppliers and buyers, onboarding requirements are available below:
What to include
- ✓Commodity and specifications (purity/grade)
- ✓Volumes, delivery/incoterms, target markets
- ✓Documentation and compliance requirements
Next steps
We confirm receipt and outline documentary requirements, indicative timelines, and the execution path based on the requested corridor and payment method.
Independence & disclaimer
Tesserect Investments Ltd operates as an independent trade facilitation intermediary. We are not a government entity and are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting on behalf of any government, ministry, agency, or state-owned enterprise unless explicitly stated in writing for a specific engagement.