Ocean Freight Documentation Flashcards
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What is an 'Original Bill of Lading' and why is it significant?
Answer: A negotiable title document required to take possession of cargo at destination
The Original B/L is a negotiable document of title; the consignee must present the original (or all originals if a full set is issued) to the carrier's agent to release the cargo.
What does 'Freight Prepaid' mean on a Bill of Lading?
Answer: The shipper has paid or agreed to pay the ocean freight charges
'Freight Prepaid' indicates the shipper is responsible for and has settled ocean freight charges before the cargo is shipped.
What is a 'House Bill of Lading' (HBL)?
Answer: A B/L issued by a freight forwarder or NVOCC to the shipper
An HBL is issued by a freight forwarder or NVOCC to their customer (shipper), while the forwarder receives a Master B/L from the actual ocean carrier.
What is the purpose of a 'Dangerous Goods Declaration' (DGD) in ocean shipping?
Answer: To formally notify the carrier of hazardous materials in the shipment per IMDG Code requirements
The DGD (also called Shipper's Declaration for Dangerous Goods) provides the carrier with required information on hazardous materials, classifications, packing groups, and emergency contact details per IMDG regulations.
What is 'Free Time' in ocean freight port operations?
Answer: The number of days a container can remain at the terminal before demurrage charges begin
Free Time is the number of days (typically 3–5 days at US ports) a shipper or consignee can leave a container at the terminal without incurring demurrage charges.
What is a 'Manifest' in ocean freight?
Answer: A master document listing all cargo aboard a vessel, submitted to customs
The Cargo Manifest is an official summary of all goods carried on a vessel, used by customs authorities at the port of arrival to verify incoming cargo and assess duties.