Useful phrases

Placing an order

1. We have pleasure in sending you an order for [the name of the product].
2. Please find attached our order for [the name of the product].
3. Thank you for your offer of [the date] which we accept on the terms quoted and are sending you our order for [the name of the product].
4. Thank your very much for your offer. The prices quoted in your letter of [the date] are satisfactory and we have decided to place an order for [the name of the product].

Confirming the price and terms of payment

1. We agree to your price, but we should like to know if you are prepared to grant us a discount of … per cent for a quantity of …
2. We have instructed our bank [the name of the bank] to open an Irrevocable Letter of Credit in your favor for the amount [the sum of money].
3. Inform us, please, if you are able to make the terms more favorable.
4. If you could reduce the price, we would be ready to place an order for bigger quantities.
5. We hope you will give us better terms in the future.

Concerning delivery dates

1. Please note that delivery is required by [the date] without fail.

2. The enclosed/attached order is given strictly on the condition that you deliver the goods before [the date].

3. We would be obliged if you could arrange for shipment [time].

4. It is essential for us to get the goods before [date].

5. Please confirm that you will deliver goods before [date].

6. Please confirm that you will deliver the goods [date] as agreed in the contract.