An asset-light agricultural commodity trading and logistics platform connecting Brazil's world-leading agricultural surplus to the high-growth import markets of Southeast Asia — anchored in Miami, Florida.
An asset-light commodity orchestration platform designed to capture the spread between Brazilian agricultural surplus and Southeast Asian import demand — with US regulatory infrastructure at its core.
Miami Trade Gateway (MTG) is a Finhanced-backed venture that positions itself at the intersection of Brazil's world-leading agricultural production capacity and Southeast Asia's rapidly growing food import markets. With a combined population of 700+ million and surging middle-class demand, Southeast Asia imports $25+ billion in agricultural commodities annually.
MTG operates as an orchestrator — sourcing from Brazilian mills and cooperatives, managing US import and re-export compliance, and delivering reliably to Southeast Asian private buyers and government procurement tenders under irrevocable Letters of Credit.
Finhanced provides the trade finance structuring, SBLC issuance support, and advisory infrastructure that enables MTG to scale with minimal balance-sheet risk.
See Trade Corridors →MTG is purpose-built around proven, high-volume commodity trade routes that connect the world's largest surplus producer to one of its fastest-growing import markets.
Raw sugar, soybeans, corn, and soybean meal imported FOB from Santos or Paranaguá to PortMiami or the Port of New Orleans. MTG manages ISF filing, FDA Prior Notice, USDA APHIS phytosanitary clearance, and formal CBP entry — opening the US market to Brazilian origin goods with full compliance.
Agricultural commodities exported CFR or CIF to major Southeast Asian ports including Chittagong, Colombo, Port Klang, Tanjung Priok, and Manila. Payment secured via irrevocable LC at sight with regional authorized dealer banks. MTG manages AES/EEI filing, phytosanitary and health certificates, and destination-country food safety compliance documentation.
Capitalizing on supply disruptions — Indian export restrictions on rice, Black Sea war impacts on wheat — MTG sources from available global origins and re-exports to Southeast Asian markets under US-registered supplier credentials. This corridor adds margin without fixed supply commitments and serves government emergency tender requirements.
Agricultural commodities selected for Brazil's structural supply dominance and Southeast Asia's documented import demand, plus industrial metals sourced from certified European suppliers. All shipments subject to SGS or Bureau Veritas inspection.
Brazil exports ~28 MMT/year — the world's largest. Southeast Asia imports 8+ MMT of sugar annually for direct consumption and industrial processing. Priced on ICE Sugar No. 11 (raw) and No. 5 (white).
ICE Sugar No. 11Brazil became the world's #1 corn exporter in 2023 with 127 MMT production. Southeast Asia's rapidly growing poultry, aquaculture, and livestock sectors drive surging feed corn demand. CBOT priced.
CBOT Corn FuturesBrazil produced 153 MMT of soybeans in 2024 — the global leader. Soybean meal demand is rising sharply as Southeast Asia's poultry and aquaculture sectors expand across Vietnam, Indonesia, and the Philippines. FOSFA contract standards apply.
CBOT Soybean FuturesOpportunistic re-export plays leveraging supply disruptions from India's export restrictions and the Black Sea conflict. Southeast Asian nations import 15+ MMT of wheat annually, increasingly dependent on reliable alternative sources.
CME Wheat / RiceUltrafine copper powder at 99.99996% purity — ISE certified, GD-MS analysed per ISO/TS 15338:2009. Avg particle size 1.85µm. Applications in advanced electronics, EV battery components, powder metallurgy, and semiconductor manufacturing.
ISE Certified · EAR ControlledBuy FOB from Brazilian mills; sell CIF/CFR to buyers. Net spread of $4–$12/MT after freight and inspection. CME futures hedges protect against open price exposure.
Full-service freight booking, vessel chartering, port coordination, and documentation for clients managing their own purchases. $1,500–$4,500 per shipment.
ISF filing, FDA Prior Notice, USDA/APHIS coordination, EAR compliance, and AES/EEI export filings. $2,500–$6,000/month retainer or per-shipment project fee.
Multi-year, formula-priced supply agreements with Southeast Asian food processors and distributors providing revenue predictability and preferential sourcing terms.
| Period | Revenue | Notes |
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| Year 1 | $2M – $5M | Pilot trades, first retainer clients |
| Year 2 | $10M – $25M | Offtake contracts, scaled supply chain |
| Year 3+ | $50M+ | Full corridor operations, regional hub office |
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Startup capital required: $350K–$500K Break-even: Month 14–18 Trading margin target: 1.5%–3.5% per MT |
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Finhanced Role
Finhanced provides SBLC structuring, trade finance facility advisory, and LC management support — enabling MTG to scale volume without proportional balance-sheet exposure.
MTG's ability to navigate US, Brazilian, and Southeast Asian regulatory requirements is a key competitive differentiator — embedded from Day 1, not bolted on.
Full CBP entry management including ISF 10+2, FDA Prior Notice, FSVP, USDA APHIS phytosanitary clearance, and OFAC sanctions screening on every shipment and counterparty.
Agricultural commodities classified under EAR99. Denied Parties Screening (DPS) performed before every contract. Country and end-use checks maintained in documented compliance program.
Country-specific import compliance across Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, and Thailand. Food safety certifications, LC regulations, and port health clearance managed through in-country agent networks in each target market.
Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures for all counterparties. Invoice verification against market prices. FinCEN-aware practices. Annual staff AML training addressing trade-based money laundering risks.
All transactions structured under 100% LC at sight for new buyers, with graduated progression to DP/TT. Credit insurance (Euler Hermes / Coface) available for established buyer relationships.
Back-to-back contracts to lock in margin. CME futures hedges for unpriced inventory. Open price exposure capped at 10% of any single position. GAFTA/FOSFA force majeure protection in all contracts.
FOB contracts with Brazilian mills and cooperatives. Pre-loading inspection by SGS or Bureau Veritas.
LC or SBLC structured via Finhanced. Back-to-back financing arranged with banking partners.
Vessel chartered or container booked. ISF, FDA Prior Notice, USDA APHIS, and AES filed.
Formal CBP entry at PortMiami or bonded warehouse. All documentation reviewed by licensed customs broker.
CFR/CIF delivery to destination port in Southeast Asia. Documents presented to buyer's bank. LC proceeds collected. Margin realized.
Whether you are a Brazilian exporter seeking US market access, a Southeast Asian importer looking for a reliable US-registered supplier, or a company needing trade finance and customs compliance advisory — MTG and Finhanced are your gateway.