Import · Export · Sourcing
General trading and specialised import/export
We source, trade and ship food, textiles, electronics and building materials between 60+ countries, with customs, logistics and quality control handled end to end.
About us
One partner for trade, from factory floor to your door
General Trading is a Dubai-based trading house with specialist import and export divisions. We buy, sell and move goods across four continents, and we take responsibility for every step in between.
- Direct relationships with 800+ verified suppliers
- In-house customs brokers and freight team
- Independent quality inspection on every order
Services
Everything your shipment needs
Import Services
Source and bring goods into your market with full compliance.
DetailsExport Services
Take your products to new markets with documentation handled.
DetailsProduct Sourcing
Vetted suppliers, samples and price negotiation on your behalf.
DetailsCustoms Clearance
Tariff codes, duties and paperwork cleared without delays.
DetailsFreight and Logistics
Sea, air and road freight with live shipment tracking.
DetailsQuality Inspection
Pre-shipment checks and lab testing at origin.
DetailsProduct categories
What we trade
How it works
From order to delivery in four steps
Source
We find and vet suppliers, then negotiate samples and pricing.
Inspect
Independent quality checks at origin before anything ships.
Ship
Sea, air or road freight, with customs documents prepared.
Deliver
Door-to-door delivery with tracking and after-sales support.
Partners
Trusted by importers and retailers
Reviews
What our customers say
Every container arrived on schedule with perfect paperwork. They removed the stress from importing.
Hassan Al AmriProcurement Director, Cedar Foods
Their sourcing team found a fabric supplier in three weeks and saved us 14% on cost.
Maria SantosBuyer, Zenith Retail
Reliable, transparent and quick to respond. Our export volumes have doubled in two years.
Tariq MahmoodOwner, Pacific Textiles
Request a quote
Tell us what you need to buy or sell
Send a few details and our trade desk will reply within one working day with pricing and lead times.
- Quotes within 24 hours
- Samples available on request
- Flexible payment terms
FAQ
Common questions
What is your minimum order quantity?
It depends on the product. Most food and textile lines start at one 20-foot container, and we can arrange consolidated loads for smaller buyers.
Do you handle customs clearance?
Yes. Our licensed brokers prepare documents and clear goods at origin and destination ports.
How long does shipping take?
Sea freight from Asia to the Gulf is typically 10 to 18 days. Air freight takes 3 to 5 days.
Can you source products you do not list?
Yes. Send us the specification and target price and our sourcing team will come back within 48 hours.