Incoterms

In modern transport systems goods are not always inspected at points where the risk is transferred according to Incoterms 2000. To avoid dispute in cases where loss or damage has inccurred along the transport chain, it is advisable to agree to terms and delivery where one party bears the risk for the goods during the entire transport.

When making an agreement based on Incoterms, it is advisable to state the terms of delivery agreed in the contract of sale and commercial invoices e.g. "FOB Gothenburg, Incoterms 2000". This prevents problems with interpretation which may arise in countries that have their own definitions of delivery terms. If recommends the use of Incoterms for international shipments and strongly advises against forming own delivery terms.

Incoterms brochures can be obtained from your local offices in different languages.