Payment Methods (Now Accepting Bitcoin)

To overcome trade barriers, tariffs, and sanctions, we now accept cryptocurrency payments, including Bitcoin, in addition to traditional methods.

Traditional Payments

• Bank wire transfers (SWIFT/MT103)

• Irrevocable, confirmed Letters of Credit (LC)

• LC drafts and CAD terms

• Standard terms: 30% deposit upon FCO acceptance, balance against Bill of Lading (B/L)

Bitcoin Payments

• Pricing: Quoted in USD or BRL; BTC equivalent based on real-time spot rate

• Timing: Balance due once scanned shipping documents are issued

• Process: Payment via secure, custodian-integrated crypto portal

• Settlement: Funds verified on-chain, converted if needed, and settled within 1–2 business days

• Documentation: Digital receipt and invoice updated to reflect BTC transaction

EX-WORKS Discount

Buyers choosing EX-WORKS may receive up to $100/MT discount, applicable to both fiat and crypto payments.

Operational Policies

• Company Overview & Scale
  São Salvador Alimentos S/A (SSA), founded in 1991 (with poultry origins starting in 1973), operates two major complexes in Goiás state—Itaberaí and Nova Veneza—processing around 520,000 birds daily. Its operations span egg production, hatcheries, feed mills (up to 130 t/hr), automated slaughterhouses, and grain storage 

• Integrated Vertical Model
  SSA controls its production chain end-to-end: breeder farms, hatcheries, feed production, slaughter, processing, packaging, and distribution networks under the SuperFrango and Boua brands 

• Certifications & Quality Assurance
  Facilities adhere to international standards including HACCP, ISO 9001, Halal, and SIF, ensuring product safety, rigorous hygiene protocols, and consistent quality across fresh/frozen chicken, beef, pork, and other proteins .

• Sustainability & Ethics
  SSA embodies environmental responsibility—wastewater treatment, ethical sourcing, biosecurity, and employee safety—guided by its mission to deliver healthy, accessible food with integrity and discipline

Shipping Policy

• Global Export Reach
  SSA exports to 70+ countries, including major markets like China, Russia, and Turkey, as well as Asia, Europe, Africa, and Latin America 

• Product Range & Packaging
  Frozen products include chicken cuts, goat, pork, beef, turkey, duck, and seafood. Packaged in sanitary, sealed, chilled cartons with cold-chain monitoring throughout transport.

• Logistics & Carrier Partnerships
  SSA partners with certified refrigerated freight carriers (sea and air), ensuring compliance with Brazilian SIF/export system and destination requirements (e.g., Chinese AQSIQ, Russian veterinary standards).

• Transit Times (Post-shipment):

  • Frozen chicken & meat: 7–14 business days

  • Mixed frozen proteins: 5–12 business days
    Transit may vary based on transport mode and customs processing.

• Customs & Taxes
  Purchase prices exclude import duties, VAT, and governmental tariffs; these are the responsibility of the buyer.

• Claims for Loss/Damage
  All exports are insured. SSA assists with initial claim procedures; replacements or refunds are granted after claim review.

Summary Table

These policies are tailored to reflect São Salvador's scale, certifications, and global export reach—especially to China, Russia, and Turkey. They establish trust, operational clarity, and customer confidence. Let me know if you'd like to include payment terms, crypto options, or market-specific compliance details next!