Place of Shipment
/ˈpleɪs əv ˈʃɪpmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The agreed location from which goods are dispatched or shipped under a contract of carriage or sale.
The place of shipment is stated in the bill of lading as the port of origin.
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Commentary
The place of shipment is a critical term in international trade and carriage contracts, as it determines responsibilities, risk transfer, and documentation requirements.
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