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What is Cargo Release?

Cargo Release An official authorization or document, usually issued by a carrier or customs authority, permitting the consignee to take possession of cargo at destination after all contractual and regulatory conditions are satisfied.

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

How is “Cargo Release” Used in Practice?

The consignee must present a cargo release at the terminal gate to collect goods after customs clearance and payment of all charges.

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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What is Cargo Release?

An official authorization or document, usually issued by a carrier or customs authority, permitting the consignee to take possession of cargo at destination after all contractual and regulatory conditions are satisfied.

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