Sample 1　General inquiry

Hello Sir/Madam,

We have been informed of your company through AliExpress. We are an international business firm and very interested to purchase gift and toy items for kids.

Kindly send list of FOB prices in USD, competitive prices MOQ and method of delivery.

In order to acquaint us with the material and workmanship of your products, we shall be pleased if you send us your catalogues, samples and all necessary information.

We trust that you will make an effort to quote us most favorable terms for large quantities.

Waiting for your quick response.

Best Regards,

Sales Manager

Ryan Walsh

Notes:

1. FOB: Free On Board 船上交货价 FOB后接装运港名称，表示卖方在装运港交货，交货之前的所有费用和风险都由卖方承担；当货物装上船后，风险随即转移给了买方，之后的费用（包括运费）等皆由买方承担。

2. competitive price: reasonable price, favorable price 有竞争力的价格

3. MOQ: minimum order quantity 最小订单量，起订量

4. quote: name the price of 报价

5. The writing steps of making a general inquiry:

Paragraph One: identifying the reference, making self-introduction

Paragraph Two: making a general inquiry, asking for further information on the goods inquired

Paragraph Three: giving the hints (the important terms)

Paragraph Four: closing the letter