Uzbekistan Commodity Exchange

UZEX A trade gateway to Uzbekistan.

As a financial facilitator, Ghazanfar Bank supports Afghan traders and businesses in accessing trade opportunities through the Uzbekistan Commodity Exchange (UZEX) and conducting secure international trade transactions.

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Trade Facilitation by Ghazanfar Bank

01 / UZEX

Key Features of the Platform

The Uzbekistan Commodity Exchange (UZEX) is the largest commodity exchange platform in Central Asia, providing traders and businesses with secure, transparent, and efficient access to regional and international trade opportunities. Through its digital trading system, the platform connects buyers and sellers of commodities across various economic sectors and facilitates cross-border trade through modern electronic trading mechanisms.

  • The largest commodity exchange in Central Asia
  • A transparent digital trading platform
  • Secure management of contracts and transactions
  • Access to an extensive network of suppliers and buyers
  • Real-time market access and product information

02 / Bank services

Services Provided by Ghazanfar Bank

  • Assistance with customer registration on the UZEX platform
  • Guidance on bank account opening and required documentation
  • Secure processing and management of payments
  • Issuance of payment guarantees in favor of UZEX
  • Enhancement of trade transaction security
  • Advisory services and guidance throughout the transaction process
  • Assistance with product sourcing and identification
  • Coordination and facilitation of trade connections with the market

03 / Commodities

Available Products and Commodities

Agricultural Products

Wheat, flour, rice, sugar, edible oils, and cotton products

Construction Materials

Cement, iron and steel, glass, ceramic products, pipes, and fittings

Petrochemical Products

Fuel products, industrial oils and lubricants, chemicals, industrial raw materials, metals and mining products, iron and steel products, copper, aluminum, and industrial minerals

Industrial Equipment

Machinery, manufacturing equipment, electrical equipment, generators, consumer goods, household products, electronic devices, packaged goods, and textile products

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04 / Transaction steps

Transaction Process

10%Initial deposit
90%Remaining deposit
100%Contract value blocked for the guarantee

Settlement after confirmed delivery

Applicable banking charges are borne by the buyer.

  1. Product Search and Selection

    Prospective buyers visit the yarmarka.uzex.uz website, review the available products, and record the relevant product codes and transaction details.

  2. Signing an Agreement with Ghazanfar Bank

    The buyer visits Ghazanfar Bank and signs the required agreement for trade facilitation and related banking services.

  3. Bank Account Opening

    If the buyer does not already maintain an account with Ghazanfar Bank, a bank account is opened to facilitate the transaction.

  4. Initial Deposit Payment

    The buyer deposits ten percent (10%) of the total contract value into their bank account as an initial deposit.

  5. Registration Assistance

    Ghazanfar Bank assists the buyer with the registration process and access to the UZEX trading system.

  6. Purchase Order Registration

    The buyer provides the relevant product code to Ghazanfar Bank, which registers the purchase order through the UZEX platform on behalf of the customer.

  7. Contract Issuance

    The Uzbekistan Commodity Exchange (UZEX) reviews the transaction and issues an electronic contract between the buyer and the seller.

  8. Contract Signing

    The buyer and seller formally sign the transaction contract.

  9. Deposit of the Remaining Contract Amount

    The buyer deposits the remaining ninety percent (90%) of the total contract value into their bank account.

  10. Fund Blocking and Issuance of Payment Guarantee

    Ghazanfar Bank blocks one hundred percent (100%) of the contract value in a designated account and issues a payment guarantee in favor of UZEX on behalf of the customer. (Applicable banking charges shall apply.)

  11. Shipment of Goods

    The seller ships the goods to the designated destination in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.

  12. Confirmation of Delivery

    The seller delivers the goods to the designated location or port, and the buyer confirms receipt of the goods.

  13. Transaction Settlement

    Following confirmation of delivery, the transaction amount is transferred to UZEX, and the transaction is finalized and settled. (All applicable banking charges shall be borne by the buyer.)

05 / Why UZEX

Benefits of Using UZEX

  • Direct access to suppliers and products from Uzbekistan and other regional markets
  • Access to competitive and transparent pricing through electronic trading mechanisms
  • Reduced trade-related risks through bank guarantees and regulated transaction procedures
  • Streamlined order registration, documentation, and payment processes through a digital trading system
  • Enhanced transaction security through banking oversight and structured operational procedures

Why Choose Ghazanfar Bank for UZEX Transactions?

  • In-depth understanding of the Afghan market and its business requirements
  • Dedicated trade facilitation services
  • Access to banking services and financial facilities
  • Secure, transparent, and regulatory-compliant transaction management

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Your next trade starts here.

Browse products, note the product code, and visit Ghazanfar Bank for the trade facilitation agreement and account guidance.

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