{"id":124976,"date":"2026-07-03T18:10:31","date_gmt":"2026-07-03T10:10:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.easyparcel.com\/my\/?p=124976"},"modified":"2026-07-03T18:10:31","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T10:10:31","slug":"incoterms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.easyparcel.com\/my\/incoterms\/","title":{"rendered":"Incoterms: Simple Guide to International Trade Terms"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"124976\" class=\"elementor elementor-124976\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a0795ee e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a0795ee\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c003ce9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c003ce9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"3efd6adf-527e-4a00-ab83-226cbcab7edc\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\">Ever wondered who actually pays for shipping, insurance, or customs when a product moves across countries? That\u2019s exactly where <b>Incoterms<\/b> come in. These simple three-letter terms like FOB, CIF, and DDP may look technical, but they\u2019re the hidden rules that decide who is responsible at every step of international trade.\u00a0<br \/><br \/><\/div><div class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"3efd6adf-527e-4a00-ab83-226cbcab7edc\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\">If you\u2019re running a business, especially in eCommerce or cross-border shipping, understanding Incoterms can save you from confusion, extra costs, and unexpected disputes. Let\u2019s break it down in a simple way so you can use them with confidence.<\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c0db563 elementor-toc--minimized-on-tablet elementor-widget elementor-widget-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"c0db563\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;headings_by_tags&quot;:[&quot;h2&quot;,&quot;h3&quot;],&quot;exclude_headings_by_selector&quot;:[],&quot;marker_view&quot;:&quot;bullets&quot;,&quot;icon&quot;:{&quot;value&quot;:&quot;fas fa-caret-right&quot;,&quot;library&quot;:&quot;fa-solid&quot;},&quot;no_headings_message&quot;:&quot;No headings were found on this 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fa-chevron-down\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--collapse\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__c0db563\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Close table of contents\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-chevron-up\"><\/i><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-toc__c0db563\" class=\"elementor-toc__body\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__spinner-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<i class=\"elementor-toc__spinner eicon-animation-spin eicon-loading\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bf1a5f2 elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"bf1a5f2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b494821 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b494821\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What Are Incoterms?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e1442d5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e1442d5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"642\" src=\"https:\/\/ep-website-media.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Incoterms-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-124982\" alt=\"Incoterms\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ep-website-media.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Incoterms-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ep-website-media.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Incoterms-1-300x241.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ep-website-media.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Incoterms-1-768x616.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ac03c0c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ac03c0c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/332773859980622269\/\">Pinterest<\/a><\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a8ed202 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a8ed202\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"515\">Incoterms (International Commercial Terms) are<b> 11 globally recognized trade rules<\/b> published by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) that act like a \u201crulebook\u201d for international shipping. They clearly <b>define who is responsible for what in a trade deal<\/b>\u2014whether it\u2019s paying for transport, handling customs clearance, arranging insurance, or taking on risk if something goes wrong during shipping.\u00a0<\/p><p data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"678\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">To keep things simple, Incoterms are grouped into<b> two main categories<\/b>: rules for any mode of transport and rules used only for sea and inland waterway transport.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dc83dd3 elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"dc83dd3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-834acd4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"834acd4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Why Incoterms Matter in International Shipping?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-23f4950 e-grid e-con-full wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"23f4950\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-543dce7 elementor-position-inline-start elementor-view-default elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"543dce7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-boxes\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSupports Smoother Customs Clearance\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tProper Incoterms help avoid delays by clearly stating who is responsible for export and import processes.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d216d4 elementor-position-inline-start elementor-view-default elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"2d216d4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-globe-americas\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tImproves Global Trade Efficiency\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tStandard rules make international transactions faster and easier across different countries.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-817422a elementor-position-inline-start elementor-view-default elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"817422a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-balance-scale\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tReduces Misunderstandings and Disputes\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tWith clear rules set in advance, both parties know their obligations, avoiding costly conflicts later.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-21cbc1d elementor-position-inline-start elementor-view-default elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"21cbc1d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-handshake\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tClear Responsibilities Between Buyer and Seller\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tIncoterms define exactly who handles shipping, insurance, customs, and delivery at each stage of the transaction.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8cebba9 elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"8cebba9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f45be6c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f45be6c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">The 7 Incoterms for Any Mode of Transport<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-787a218 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"787a218\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/ep-website-media.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/The-7-Incoterms-for-Any-Mode-of-Transport_-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-124987\" alt=\"The 7 Incoterms for Any Mode of Transport\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ep-website-media.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/The-7-Incoterms-for-Any-Mode-of-Transport_-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ep-website-media.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/The-7-Incoterms-for-Any-Mode-of-Transport_.jpg 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-949235c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"949235c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Source:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/874190977686098404\/\"> Pinterest<\/a><\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ebed9fb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ebed9fb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"1ggspwd\" data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"214\">These Incoterms are used for shipments transported by <b>any mode of transport, including<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.easyparcel.com\/my\/air-freight\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <b>air<\/b><\/a><b>, road, rail, and multimodal transport<\/b>. They are not limited to sea or inland waterway transport, making them more flexible for modern global trade operations.<\/p><h3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"1ggspwd\" data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"214\">1. EXW (Ex Works)<\/h3><p data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"330\">The seller only makes the goods available at their premises (factory, warehouse, or office). From that point, the buyer takes full responsibility for loading, export clearance, shipping, insurance, import clearance, and final delivery.<\/p><p data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"341\"><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/p><ul data-start=\"342\" data-end=\"454\"><li data-section-id=\"gxncsk\" data-start=\"342\" data-end=\"383\">Minimal responsibility for the seller<\/li><li data-section-id=\"fsce4s\" data-start=\"384\" data-end=\"421\">Simple and low-risk for exporters<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1igw75o\" data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"454\">Clear cost control at origin<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"465\"><b>Best for:<\/b><\/p><ul data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"616\"><li data-section-id=\"nt7iav\" data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"519\">Experienced importers with strong logistics teams<\/li><li data-section-id=\"17d0nme\" data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"566\">Buyers who want full control over shipping<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1k6eqeh\" data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"616\">Companies with established freight forwarders<\/li><\/ul><h3 data-section-id=\"1bjwolz\" data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"775\">2. FCA (Free Carrier)<\/h3><p data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"863\">The seller delivers goods to a carrier or another nominated place (such as a freight forwarder, terminal, or warehouse) and is responsible for export clearance. Once goods are handed over, risk transfers to the buyer.<\/p><p data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"874\"><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/p><ul data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"997\"><li data-section-id=\"1kf2k7l\" data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"919\">Flexible and widely used in global trade<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1h65rl0\" data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"955\">Seller handles export clearance<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1f6uydk\" data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"997\">Suitable for modern transport systems<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1008\"><b>Best for:<\/b><\/p><ul data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1111\"><li data-section-id=\"7ot5zo\" data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1046\">Air, road, and container shipping<\/li><li data-section-id=\"vxjcw2\" data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1086\">Businesses using freight forwarders<\/li><li data-section-id=\"17xxr8d\" data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1111\">E-commerce exporters<\/li><\/ul><h3 data-section-id=\"b3nz1u\" data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1237\">3. CPT (Carriage Paid To)<\/h3><p data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1351\">The seller pays for transportation to a specified destination, but risk transfers to the buyer as soon as goods are handed over to the first carrier (not at destination).<\/p><p data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1362\"><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/p><ul data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1462\"><li data-section-id=\"10h2qwv\" data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1393\">Seller covers freight cost<\/li><li data-section-id=\"c50jvm\" data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1428\">Simplifies logistics for buyer<\/li><li data-section-id=\"6epdhv\" data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1462\">Works for all transport modes<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1473\"><b>Best for:<\/b><\/p><ul data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1614\"><li data-section-id=\"1xd6h2h\" data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1523\">Businesses wanting predictable shipping costs<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1jdeo21\" data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1566\">Exporters managing logistics centrally<\/li><li data-section-id=\"yixnn3\" data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1614\">Buyers comfortable with early risk transfer<\/li><\/ul><h3 data-section-id=\"s1l2op\" data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"1762\">4. CIP (Carriage and Insurance Paid To)<\/h3><p data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1831\">This is similar to CPT, but the seller also provides insurance coverage for the goods during transit. The insurance must meet minimum ICC (Institute Cargo Clauses) standards.<\/p><p data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1842\"><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/p><ul data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1928\"><li data-section-id=\"99p837\" data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1874\">Includes insurance coverage<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1e7pkap\" data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1897\">Reduces buyer risk<\/li><li data-section-id=\"198dtta\" data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1928\">Ideal for high-value goods<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1939\"><b>Best for:<\/b><\/p><ul data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"2052\"><li data-section-id=\"1det9t7\" data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1977\">Electronics and machinery exports<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1jnbjix\" data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2016\">High-value international shipments<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1x2tauj\" data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2052\">Buyers needing added protection<\/li><\/ul><h3 data-section-id=\"1yy3sub\" data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2172\">5. DAP (Delivered at Place)<\/h3><p data-start=\"2174\" data-end=\"2270\">The seller is responsible for delivering goods to a named destination (warehouse, factory, or buyer\u2019s location). However, the buyer handles import duties, taxes, and customs clearance.<\/p><p data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2281\"><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/p><ul data-start=\"2282\" data-end=\"2386\"><li data-section-id=\"va862c\" data-start=\"2282\" data-end=\"2319\">Door-to-door delivery convenience<\/li><li data-section-id=\"z934oo\" data-start=\"2320\" data-end=\"2348\">Seller manages transport<\/li><li data-section-id=\"wwoxsw\" data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2386\">Buyer avoids logistics complexity<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2388\" data-end=\"2397\"><b>Best for:<\/b><\/p><ul data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"2496\"><li data-section-id=\"16uvy1q\" data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"2422\">E-commerce shipments<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1y7hgyi\" data-start=\"2423\" data-end=\"2455\">International B2B deliveries<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1tr7gzh\" data-start=\"2456\" data-end=\"2496\">Buyers who manage customs themselves<\/li><\/ul><h3 data-section-id=\"2j0vjc\" data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2640\">6. DPU (Delivered at Place Unloaded)<\/h3><p data-start=\"2642\" data-end=\"2716\">The seller delivers goods to the destination and is also responsible for unloading them from the transport vehicle. Risk remains with the seller until unloading is complete.<\/p><p data-start=\"2718\" data-end=\"2727\"><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/p><ul data-start=\"2728\" data-end=\"2821\"><li data-section-id=\"k1sjp2\" data-start=\"2728\" data-end=\"2765\">Includes unloading responsibility<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1hl6co5\" data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"2792\">Reduces buyer workload<\/li><li data-section-id=\"zp5gl5\" data-start=\"2793\" data-end=\"2821\">Suitable for heavy cargo<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"2832\"><b>Best for:<\/b><\/p><ul data-start=\"2833\" data-end=\"2929\"><li data-section-id=\"nohqo9\" data-start=\"2833\" data-end=\"2870\">Construction and industrial goods<\/li><li data-section-id=\"12kgngb\" data-start=\"2871\" data-end=\"2889\">Bulk shipments<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1swbd31\" data-start=\"2890\" data-end=\"2929\">Projects requiring on-site delivery<\/li><\/ul><h3 data-section-id=\"49bwi2\" data-start=\"3025\" data-end=\"3057\">7. DDP (Delivered Duty Paid)<\/h3><p data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3157\">The seller takes maximum responsibility, covering everything: transport, export, import clearance,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blog.easyparcel.com\/my\/taxes-and-duties\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">duties, taxes<\/a>, and final delivery to the buyer\u2019s location.<\/p><p data-start=\"3159\" data-end=\"3168\"><b>Benefits:<\/b><\/p><ul data-start=\"3169\" data-end=\"3262\"><li data-section-id=\"162hy1\" data-start=\"3169\" data-end=\"3202\">Maximum convenience for buyer<\/li><li data-section-id=\"15c6j4o\" data-start=\"3203\" data-end=\"3229\">Full cost transparency<\/li><li data-section-id=\"owxkyg\" data-start=\"3230\" data-end=\"3262\">End-to-end shipping solution<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3264\" data-end=\"3273\"><b>Best for:<\/b><\/p><ul data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3373\"><li data-section-id=\"1jqai4w\" data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3302\">Online retail businesses<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1hg1e5e\" data-start=\"3303\" data-end=\"3330\">Cross-border e-commerce<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1w5a900\" data-start=\"3331\" data-end=\"3373\">Buyers wanting zero logistics handling<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5196e9c elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"5196e9c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fe9d73e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"fe9d73e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">The 4 Incoterms for Sea &amp; Inland Waterway Transport<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d02703b elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"d02703b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"226\" src=\"https:\/\/ep-website-media.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/The-4-Incoterms-for-Sea-Inland-Waterway-Transport_-300x226.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-124986\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ep-website-media.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/The-4-Incoterms-for-Sea-Inland-Waterway-Transport_-300x226.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ep-website-media.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/The-4-Incoterms-for-Sea-Inland-Waterway-Transport_.jpg 626w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-142ca82 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"142ca82\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/1126533294298031914\/\">Pinterest<\/a><\/em><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c681693 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c681693\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>These Incoterms are used only for shipments transported by\u00a0<strong data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"242\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.easyparcel.com\/my\/sea-freight\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sea, ocean freight<\/a>, or inland waterways<\/strong>. They are not suitable for air, road, or rail transport.<\/p><h3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"2iiczu\" data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"338\">1. FAS (Free Alongside Ship)<\/h3><p data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"529\">The seller delivers goods alongside the vessel at the named port of shipment. From that point, the buyer takes responsibility for loading, sea freight, insurance, and all further transport.<\/p><p data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"540\">Benefits:<\/p><ul data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"690\"><li data-section-id=\"mgpzaf\" data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"601\">Low responsibility for the seller after delivery at port<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1th051w\" data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"643\">Clear handover point at shipping dock<\/li><li data-section-id=\"w32l41\" data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"690\">Suitable for bulk and raw material exports<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"701\">Best for:<\/p><ul data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"818\"><li data-section-id=\"pngx22\" data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"744\">Bulk cargo such as coal, grain, or oil<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1ydt3a3\" data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"791\">Experienced importers managing sea freight<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1axzze8\" data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"818\">Port-to-port shipments<\/li><\/ul><h3 data-section-id=\"14o877j\" data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"982\">2. FOB (Free On Board)<\/h3><p data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1155\">The seller is responsible for delivering goods on board the vessel at the port of shipment, including export clearance. Once goods are loaded, risk transfers to the buyer.<\/p><p data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1166\">Benefits:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1295\"><li data-section-id=\"1u6svfn\" data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1210\">Very common in global sea freight trade<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1lo0iqr\" data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1258\">Clear risk transfer once goods are on board<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1q2u2ay\" data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1295\">Seller handles export procedures<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1306\">Best for:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1450\"><li data-section-id=\"gdqv9t\" data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1345\">Container and bulk ocean shipments<\/li><li data-section-id=\"5vjhvy\" data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1397\">Buyers with strong shipping and freight control<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1edxivx\" data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1450\">International trade between established partners<\/li><\/ul><h3 data-section-id=\"1gncram\" data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1632\">3. CFR (Cost and Freight)<\/h3><p data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1788\">The seller pays for transport and freight costs to the destination port. However, risk transfers once goods are loaded onto the vessel at the origin port.<\/p><p data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1799\">Benefits:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1909\"><li data-section-id=\"txus39\" data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1837\">Seller manages ocean freight cost<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1hltke1\" data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1870\">Simplifies pricing for buyer<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1aukbf2\" data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1909\">Common in bulk international trade<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1920\">Best for:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"2028\"><li data-section-id=\"ze44xb\" data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"1951\">Sea freight bulk shipments<\/li><li data-section-id=\"ky4ruh\" data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"1998\">Buyers who want simplified freight pricing<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1mg7pho\" data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2028\">Long-distance ocean trade<\/li><\/ul><h3 data-section-id=\"57a4kk\" data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2193\">4. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight)<\/h3><p data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2342\">The seller pays for freight and insurance up to the destination port, but risk still transfers once goods are loaded onto the vessel at the origin.<\/p><p data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2353\">Benefits:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2483\"><li data-section-id=\"16zbkup\" data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2395\">Includes insurance coverage for buyer<\/li><li data-section-id=\"16vci2h\" data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2441\">Seller manages shipping and freight costs<\/li><li data-section-id=\"13rx6am\" data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2483\">Reduces buyer\u2019s administrative burden<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2494\">Best for:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2612\"><li data-section-id=\"jr36vo\" data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2523\">High-value sea shipments<\/li><li data-section-id=\"14ijmse\" data-start=\"2524\" data-end=\"2574\">Importers who prefer less logistics management<\/li><li data-section-id=\"8ate41\" data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2612\">International ocean freight trade<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a8275e2 elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"a8275e2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7dcb4c0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7dcb4c0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What Do Incoterms Not Cover?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7df0374 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7df0374\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"197\">As noted above, <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Incoterms<\/span><\/span> are generally included in the contract of sale; however, they do not:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"757\">\n<li data-section-id=\"bok3fl\" data-start=\"199\" data-end=\"314\">Cover all conditions of a sales agreement, as many terms must be negotiated separately between buyer and seller<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1sadj0o\" data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"386\">Identify the specific goods being sold or define the contract price<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"ujqvst\" data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"461\">Determine the method or timing of payment between the buyer and seller<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"95c0ws\" data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"541\">Specify when ownership or title of the goods transfers from seller to buyer<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"k0qgy6\" data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"644\">Define which documents must be provided by the seller for customs clearance in the buyer\u2019s country<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1tfrzx3\" data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"757\">Address liability for non-conforming goods,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blog.easyparcel.com\/my\/shipping-delay\/\" target=\"_blank\">delayed delivery<\/a>, or contract disputes and resolution mechanisms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a88940b elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"a88940b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5ed13b6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5ed13b6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">5 Common Mistakes When Using Incoterms<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0539ed2 elementor-position-inline-start elementor-view-default elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"0539ed2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-exclamation-triangle\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tUsing the Wrong Incoterm for the Transport Mode\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSome terms are only for sea freight (like FOB, CIF), but businesses wrongly use them for air or courier shipments.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ad7e9e4 elementor-position-inline-start elementor-view-default elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"ad7e9e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-sync-alt\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNot Updating to Incoterms 2020\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tUsing outdated versions like Incoterms 2010 means missing updated rules on insurance, security, and delivery obligations.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3fcb4b4 elementor-position-inline-start elementor-view-default elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"3fcb4b4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-money-check-alt\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNot Considering Customs and Import Duties\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tMany assume Incoterms include customs clearance, but responsibilities vary depending on the chosen term.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fe9555a elementor-position-inline-start elementor-view-default elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"fe9555a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-balance-scale\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tConfusing Transfer of Risk with Ownership\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tIncoterms only define risk transfer and delivery responsibilities, not legal ownership of goods. \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0b7fbaf elementor-position-inline-start elementor-view-default elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"0b7fbaf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-globe-americas\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNot Considering International Regulations\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tDifferent countries have different customs rules, and ignoring them can delay shipments or increase penalties.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6c07ed9 elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"6c07ed9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2750b71 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"2750b71\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How to Choose the Right Incoterm?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b8e99a9 elementor-position-inline-start elementor-view-default elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"b8e99a9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-user-friends\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tUnderstand Your Shipping Responsibility\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tBefore choosing, decide how much responsibility you want to take\u2014shipping, insurance, customs, or delivery. Each Incoterm assigns these differently.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d01d71f elementor-position-inline-start elementor-view-default elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"d01d71f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-truck\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tConsider the Mode of Transport\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSome Incoterms work for all transport modes (air, road, rail), while others are only for sea freight. Match the term with your logistics method.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a8ff473 elementor-position-inline-start elementor-view-default elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"a8ff473\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-globe-africa\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tConsider Destination Country Rules\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tDifferent countries have different import regulations. Choose Incoterms that align with compliance requirements.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6bf1262 elementor-position-inline-start elementor-view-default elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"6bf1262\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-handshake\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAgree Clearly With Your Trading Partner\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tDifferent countries have different customs rules, and ignoring them can delay shipments or increase penalties.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bec4f70 elementor-position-inline-start elementor-view-default elementor-mobile-position-block-start elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-box\" data-id=\"bec4f70\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<span  class=\"elementor-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-map-pin\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-icon-box-content\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-icon-box-title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span  >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIdentify Exact Delivery Point\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-icon-box-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tAlways specify the exact location (port, warehouse, or terminal). This avoids confusion about when responsibility transfers.\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8771861 elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"8771861\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8b663c1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8b663c1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Incoterms can seem complex and confusing, especially for businesses new to international shipping. The good news is that you don&#8217;t have to manage everything on your own!\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a68e092 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"a68e092\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Ship to 220+ Countries Easily with EasyParcel<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-40ed6e5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"40ed6e5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1798\" src=\"https:\/\/ep-website-media.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/screencapture-easyparcel-my-country-guides-2026-04-30-14_47_491-1.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-115520\" alt=\"Ship Worldwide to 200+ Countries with EasyParcel International Courier\u200b\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ep-website-media.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/screencapture-easyparcel-my-country-guides-2026-04-30-14_47_491-1.png 1920w, https:\/\/ep-website-media.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/screencapture-easyparcel-my-country-guides-2026-04-30-14_47_491-1-300x281.png 300w, https:\/\/ep-website-media.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/screencapture-easyparcel-my-country-guides-2026-04-30-14_47_491-1-1024x959.png 1024w, https:\/\/ep-website-media.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/screencapture-easyparcel-my-country-guides-2026-04-30-14_47_491-1-768x719.png 768w, https:\/\/ep-website-media.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/screencapture-easyparcel-my-country-guides-2026-04-30-14_47_491-1-1536x1438.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-df2596d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"df2596d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Expanding your business internationally doesn&#8217;t have to be complicated. With <strong>EasyParcel<\/strong>, you can ship to <strong>over 220 countries<\/strong>\u00a0using trusted courier partners\u2014all from a single platform.\u00a0<\/p><p>Compare shipping rates, book deliveries, track shipments in real time, and manage your orders with ease. Whether you&#8217;re sending personal parcels or fulfilling business orders, EasyParcel helps simplify international shipping so you can deliver to customers worldwide with greater confidence.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-57f2695 elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"57f2695\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-divider\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-divider-separator\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2fd7b49 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2fd7b49\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>As international trade continues to grow, understanding Incoterms is essential for businesses and individuals involved in cross-border shipping. Each Incoterm clearly defines the responsibilities of buyers and sellers, helping to reduce confusion, manage costs, and minimise shipping risks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Ready to ship internationally with confidence? 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These are international trade rules that define responsibilities between buyers and sellers.<\/p><p><b>2. What are the 6 major Incoterms?<\/b><br data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"118\" \/>The 6 commonly used Incoterms are EXW (Ex Works), FOB (Free On Board), CFR (Cost and Freight), CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight), DAP (Delivered At Place), and DDP (Delivered Duty Paid). These are the most widely used terms in international trade and cover most shipping situations.<\/p><p><b>3. What are the 4 categories of Incoterms?<\/b><br data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"118\" \/>Incoterms are divided into four main groups: <span data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"80\">E Group includes EXW (Ex Works)<\/span>, <span data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"169\">F Group includes FCA (Free Carrier), FAS (Free Alongside Ship), FOB (Free On Board)<\/span>, <span data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"311\">C Group includes CFR (Cost and Freight), CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight), CPT (Carriage Paid To), CIP (Carriage and Insurance Paid To)<\/span>, and <span data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"424\">D Group includes DAP (Delivered At Place), DPU (Delivered at Place Unloaded), DDP (Delivered Duty Paid)<\/span>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ever wondered who actually pays for shipping, insurance, or customs when a product moves across countries? That\u2019s exactly where Incoterms come in. These simple three-letter terms like FOB, CIF, and DDP may look technical, but they\u2019re the hidden rules that decide who is responsible at every step of international trade. If you\u2019re running a business, especially in eCommerce or cross-border shipping, understanding Incoterms can save you from confusion, extra costs, and unexpected disputes. Let\u2019s break it down in a simple way so you can use them with confidence. Contents What Are Incoterms? Source: Pinterest Incoterms (International Commercial Terms) are 11 globally recognized trade rules published by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) that act like a \u201crulebook\u201d for international shipping. They clearly define who is responsible for what in a trade deal\u2014whether it\u2019s paying for transport, handling customs clearance, arranging insurance, or taking on risk if something goes wrong during shipping. To keep things simple, Incoterms are grouped into two main categories: rules for any mode of transport and rules used only for sea and inland waterway transport. Why Incoterms Matter in International Shipping? Supports Smoother Customs Clearance Proper Incoterms help avoid delays by clearly stating who is responsible for export and import processes. Improves Global Trade Efficiency Standard rules make international transactions faster and easier across different countries. Reduces Misunderstandings and Disputes With clear rules set in advance, both parties know their obligations, avoiding costly conflicts later. Clear Responsibilities Between Buyer and Seller Incoterms define exactly who handles shipping, insurance, customs, and delivery at each stage of the transaction. The 7 Incoterms for Any Mode of Transport Source: Pinterest These Incoterms are used for shipments transported by any mode of transport, including air, road, rail, and multimodal transport. They are not limited to sea or inland waterway transport, making them more flexible for modern global trade operations. 1. EXW (Ex Works) The seller only makes the goods available at their premises (factory, warehouse, or office). From that point, the buyer takes full responsibility for loading, export clearance, shipping, insurance, import clearance, and final delivery. Benefits: Minimal responsibility for the seller Simple and low-risk for exporters Clear cost control at origin Best for: Experienced importers with strong logistics teams Buyers who want full control over shipping Companies with established freight forwarders 2. FCA (Free Carrier) The seller delivers goods to a carrier or another nominated place (such as a freight forwarder, terminal, or warehouse) and is responsible for export clearance. Once goods are handed over, risk transfers to the buyer. Benefits: Flexible and widely used in global trade Seller handles export clearance Suitable for modern transport systems Best for: Air, road, and container shipping Businesses using freight forwarders E-commerce exporters 3. CPT (Carriage Paid To) The seller pays for transportation to a specified destination, but risk transfers to the buyer as soon as goods are handed over to the first carrier (not at destination). Benefits: Seller covers freight cost Simplifies logistics for buyer Works for all transport modes Best for: Businesses wanting predictable shipping costs Exporters managing logistics centrally Buyers comfortable with early risk transfer 4. CIP (Carriage and Insurance Paid To) This is similar to CPT, but the seller also provides insurance coverage for the goods during transit. The insurance must meet minimum ICC (Institute Cargo Clauses) standards. Benefits: Includes insurance coverage Reduces buyer risk Ideal for high-value goods Best for: Electronics and machinery exports High-value international shipments Buyers needing added protection 5. DAP (Delivered at Place) The seller is responsible for delivering goods to a named destination (warehouse, factory, or buyer\u2019s location). However, the buyer handles import duties, taxes, and customs clearance. Benefits: Door-to-door delivery convenience Seller manages transport Buyer avoids logistics complexity Best for: E-commerce shipments International B2B deliveries Buyers who manage customs themselves 6. DPU (Delivered at Place Unloaded) The seller delivers goods to the destination and is also responsible for unloading them from the transport vehicle. Risk remains with the seller until unloading is complete. Benefits: Includes unloading responsibility Reduces buyer workload Suitable for heavy cargo Best for: Construction and industrial goods Bulk shipments Projects requiring on-site delivery 7. DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) The seller takes maximum responsibility, covering everything: transport, export, import clearance,\u00a0duties, taxes, and final delivery to the buyer\u2019s location. Benefits: Maximum convenience for buyer Full cost transparency End-to-end shipping solution Best for: Online retail businesses Cross-border e-commerce Buyers wanting zero logistics handling The 4 Incoterms for Sea &amp; Inland Waterway Transport Source: Pinterest These Incoterms are used only for shipments transported by\u00a0sea, ocean freight, or inland waterways. They are not suitable for air, road, or rail transport. 1. FAS (Free Alongside Ship) The seller delivers goods alongside the vessel at the named port of shipment. From that point, the buyer takes responsibility for loading, sea freight, insurance, and all further transport. Benefits: Low responsibility for the seller after delivery at port Clear handover point at shipping dock Suitable for bulk and raw material exports Best for: Bulk cargo such as coal, grain, or oil Experienced importers managing sea freight Port-to-port shipments 2. FOB (Free On Board) The seller is responsible for delivering goods on board the vessel at the port of shipment, including export clearance. Once goods are loaded, risk transfers to the buyer. Benefits: Very common in global sea freight trade Clear risk transfer once goods are on board Seller handles export procedures Best for: Container and bulk ocean shipments Buyers with strong shipping and freight control International trade between established partners 3. CFR (Cost and Freight) The seller pays for transport and freight costs to the destination port. However, risk transfers once goods are loaded onto the vessel at the origin port. Benefits: Seller manages ocean freight cost Simplifies pricing for buyer Common in bulk international trade Best for: Sea freight bulk shipments Buyers who want simplified freight pricing Long-distance ocean trade 4. 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