1. About these terms
These Terms of Use ("Terms") apply to your access to and use of the website procommodities.nl (the "Website") operated by Pro Commodities B.V., a private limited liability company registered in the Netherlands. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
These Terms govern only the use of this website. Any actual trading agreement is subject to a separate written contract and the General Terms and Conditions of Sale that will be provided alongside the contract.
2. Company information
Pro Commodities B.V.
Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Email: info@procommodities.nl
KvK: 63890860
VAT: [BTW-nummer in te vullen]
3. Use of the Website
You may use this Website for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
- Use the Website in any way that violates applicable local, national, or international law
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Website, related systems, or networks
- Interfere with the proper functioning of the Website or its security features
- Use automated systems (including bots, scrapers, or crawlers) to access the Website without prior written permission
- Use the Website to transmit any unsolicited or unauthorised advertising or promotional material
4. Information on the Website
We make every effort to ensure that the information on this Website is accurate, complete, and up to date. However:
- The information on this Website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute a binding offer
- Specifications, formats, and availability of products mentioned can change without notice
- Prices, where indicated, are indicative and subject to confirmation in a written quotation
- We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Website without prior notice
No information on this Website constitutes an offer of contract. A binding agreement only comes into existence upon written confirmation by both parties of all material terms.
5. Quotations and contracts
Any request for a quotation made through the contact form is treated as a non-binding enquiry. We will respond to such enquiries with a quotation that includes the specific terms applicable to that potential transaction. A binding contract only comes into existence when:
- Both parties have signed a written sales contract, or
- Both parties have exchanged written confirmations (including by email) accepting all material terms
Upon entering into a contract, our General Terms and Conditions of Sale will apply unless explicitly agreed otherwise in writing. These will be provided alongside the contract.
6. Intellectual property
All content on this Website — including but not limited to text, images, logos, the Pro Commodities trademark, layout, design, and source code — is the property of Pro Commodities B.V. or used with permission, and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may view, download, and print pages from the Website for your own personal or internal business use, provided you do not modify the content and that you retain all copyright and other proprietary notices. Any other use, including reproduction, distribution, or commercial use without prior written permission, is prohibited.
7. Links to third-party websites
This Website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience only. We have no control over the content of such websites and accept no responsibility for them or for any loss or damage that may arise from your use of them. The inclusion of a link does not imply our endorsement of the linked website or its operators.
8. Disclaimer and limitation of liability
The Website and its content are provided "as is", without any warranty of any kind, either express or implied. While we make every reasonable effort to keep the Website operational and free from errors, we do not warrant that:
- The Website will be uninterrupted, timely, or error-free
- The information on the Website is accurate, complete, or current at all times
- The Website is free from viruses or other harmful components
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Pro Commodities B.V. shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, the Website. This limitation does not apply to liability that cannot legally be excluded under Dutch law, including liability for intentional misconduct or gross negligence.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold Pro Commodities B.V. harmless from any claim, loss, liability, or expense (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of your breach of these Terms or your unlawful or improper use of the Website.
10. Privacy
Our handling of personal data is described in our Privacy Policy, which forms an integral part of these Terms.
11. Changes to these Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. The "last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the Terms were last revised. By continuing to use the Website after changes are posted, you agree to the updated Terms. If you do not agree, you should stop using the Website.
12. Governing law and jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by Dutch law. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms or the use of this Website shall be submitted to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent court in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, unless mandatory law provides otherwise.
13. Contact
For questions about these Terms, please contact us at info@procommodities.nl.
These terms of use are provided as a general template and should be reviewed by your legal advisor before publication. They cover only the use of the website itself; for the conditions governing actual commodity sales and trading agreements, separate General Terms and Conditions of Sale should be drafted in consultation with a Dutch trade lawyer.