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What is Hand Cart?

Hand Cart A manually operated, wheeled cart designed for moving small shipments, parcels, or packages in warehouses, terminals, or vehicles; regulated under handling equipment standards.

Source: Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO

How is “Hand Cart” Used in Practice?

Hand carts should only be used for loads within the manufacturer’s maximum weight rating, as stated in facility safety guidelines.

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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What is Hand Cart?

A manually operated, wheeled cart designed for moving small shipments, parcels, or packages in warehouses, terminals, or vehicles; regulated under handling equipment standards.

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