Glossary

Plain English explanations of trade, shipping and sourcing terms used in international trade.

D

Delivered Duty Paid. The seller is responsible for delivering goods to the buyer's location, coverin...

E

Ex Works. The buyer takes full responsibility for collecting goods from the seller's premises and co...

F

Free On Board. The seller delivers goods to the named port of shipment. Risk transfers to the buyer ...

I

International Commercial Terms. A set of 11 rules defined by the ICC that clarify the responsibiliti...

M

Minimum Order Quantity. The smallest number of units a supplier will accept in a single order.