By providing access to detailed shipment data, including Bills of Lading, this feature empowers businesses, analysts, and researchers to understand trade flows, track suppliers and buyers, and gain insights into global markets.
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1. Flexible Search Options
The feature allows users to perform trade data searches using a variety of criteria, such as:
- Company Name: Search by the name of the supplier or buyer to track specific businesses involved in international trade.
- Product Name/HS Code: Enter a product description or Harmonized System (HS) code to focus on specific commodities (e.g., “083000 – Fruit, edible; bananas, fresh or dried”).
- Trade Date Range: Specify a date range for transactions to analyze recent or historical trade activity.
- Export and Import Countries: Filter results based on origin and destination countries to explore trade routes.
- Ports (Port of Origin and Delivery): Narrow results by ports of departure and arrival for granular insights into logistical patterns.

2. Advanced Search Capabilities
Users can switch between Basic Search and Advanced Search modes.
- Basic Search: Quick and straightforward for targeting broad trade data.
- Advanced Search: Offers detailed filtering options to refine results even further, ensuring precision in data retrieval.
3. Real-Time Results
After entering the search criteria, the system immediately provides an overview of matching records. For instance, it might display the total number of Bills of Lading found (e.g., “We’ve found over 20,000 Bills of Lading matching your search criteria”).
4. Unlock Detailed Trade Data
Users can unlock detailed trade data for further analysis, including:
- Shipment details (e.g., quantity, weight, and value).
- Supplier and buyer information.
- Shipping routes and timelines.
5. Streamlined User Interface
The intuitive design ensures that users can easily input search criteria, view results, and navigate through options without needing extensive technical knowledge.
The Trade Data Search feature in ADAMftd is an indispensable tool for businesses, analysts, and researchers seeking to understand and analyze global trade activity.