Terms & Conditions of Sale

Last updated: 05/09/2025

These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern the sale and export of products supplied by Confebel (“us”) to distributors, wholesalers, and importers (“Buyer”). By placing an order with Confebel, the Buyer agrees to these Terms.

1. Company Information
CONFEBEL bv. Reg. Nr. 0501662620
‘s Gravenstraat 197/A24.1, P. Box 8, 9810 Nazareth, Belgium
info@confebel.com

2. Products

Confebel specializes in the supply of spreadable pastes, chocolate fillings, chocolate chips, and confectionery (“Products”).

  • Product specifications, certifications, and ingredient lists are provided upon request.

  • Buyers must ensure products are suitable for their intended markets and comply with local import, labeling, and regulatory requirements.

  • Confebel reserves the right to modify product formulations or packaging where necessary for compliance or improvement.

3. Orders & Acceptance

  • All orders are subject to written confirmation by Confebel.

  • Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs) may apply depending on product and destination.

  • No order is binding until confirmed in writing by Confebel.

4. Prices & Payment

  • Prices are quoted in EURO and not included VAT, customs duties, import taxes, and other applicable charges unless otherwise stated.

  • Payment terms: 30% advance, 70% before shipment, unless agreed otherwise in writing.

  • Payment methods: bank transfer (SWIFT/IBAN).

  • Late payments may incur interest at 5% per month and suspension of future deliveries.

5. Delivery & Risk Transfer

  • Deliveries are made according to Incoterms® 2020 (FOB, CIF, EXW) as agreed in the sales contract.

  • Risk and ownership transfer to Buyer upon delivery in accordance with the agreed Incoterm.

  • Delivery times are estimates and may vary depending on production schedules and logistics.

6. Compliance & Import Responsibility

  • Buyer is solely responsible for obtaining all import licenses, customs clearance, and compliance with local laws and food safety regulations.

  • Confebel provides documentation (e.g., invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, health certificates) required for customs clearance.

  • Buyer must ensure that products, once imported, meet local labeling and marketing requirements.

7. Quality, Warranty & Claims

  • Confebel warrants that products conform to agreed specifications at the time of dispatch.

  • Buyer must inspect products immediately upon delivery. Any claims for non-conformity, shortage, or damage must be made in writing within 7 days of receipt with supporting evidence.

  • Confebel’s liability is limited to replacement of defective products or a credit note equal to the purchase price of the affected goods.

  • Confebel is not liable for damages arising from improper storage, handling, repackaging, or resale by Buyer.

8. Returns

  • Due to the perishable nature of food products, returns are only accepted where products are proven defective or non-conforming.

  • Unauthorized returns will not be accepted.

9. Intellectual Property & Branding

  • Confebel retains all rights to its trademarks, logos, and branding.

  • Buyer may not rebrand, relabel, or modify products without prior written authorization.

  • Distribution under Buyer’s private label may be agreed under a separate contract.

10. Force Majeure

Confebel shall not be held liable for failure or delay in performance caused by events beyond its reasonable control, including natural disasters, strikes, transport disruptions, export/import restrictions, pandemics, or government actions.

11. Limitation of Liability

  • Confebel’s liability shall not exceed the value of the invoice for the affected products.

  • Confebel shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages (e.g., lost profits, business interruption, market losses).

12. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

  • These Terms are governed by the laws of Belgium and the European Union.

  • Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Gent, Belgium.

  • Alternatively, disputes may be resolved by arbitration under the ICC Arbitration Rules for international trade.

13. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with any written agreements or purchase orders confirmed by Confebel, constitute the entire agreement between the parties and supersede all prior negotiations or understandings.

14. Contact

CONFEBEL BV
‘s Gravenstraat 197/A24.1, P. Box 8, 9810 Nazareth, Belgium
info@confebel.com