Final answer:
The best option for a sourcer without experience in international shipping and customs is CIF, as this incoterm means the seller handles shipping, insurance, and customs formalities up to the port of destination. option (B)
Step-by-step explanation:
If a sourcer does not have expertise or experience in international shipping and customs clearance, the best option is often CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight). This incoterm means that the seller pays for the goods, insurance, and all transportation charges up to the port of destination. With CIF, the seller is responsible for the goods until they reach the destination port, and they handle all the complexities of shipping and customs formalities. The buyer would only need to take care of unloading the goods and getting them through the destination country customs.
Alternatives like FOB (Free On Board), FAS (Free Alongside Ship), and LDP (Landed Duty Paid) transfer more responsibilities to the buyer, which would not be ideal for a sourcer lacking experience in international logistics.