Transshipment
/ˌtrænsˈʃɪpmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of transferring goods from one ship or conveyance to another during the course of transportation.
The transshipment of cargo at the port required strict customs documentation.
- (n.) A customs procedure where goods are temporarily moved to another location without formal importation.
Transshipment allows the goods to be rerouted without incurring import duties.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, clearly distinguishing transshipment from import/export operations is crucial for customs and trade compliance.
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