Freight Terms

Explore essential freight terms used in global shipping and logistics. Understand key concepts in sea, air, and rail freight to maximize efficiency and minimize risk in your import business. Get expert advice from DTFU Logistics.

DC

DC stands for Distribution Center . In logistics and supply chain management, a Distribution Center is a specialized facility designed for the efficient receipt, storage, ...

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LSS

Less-than-Container Load Shipping Service (LSS) allows businesses to ship smaller cargo volumes by sharing container space with others, reducing shipping costs and increasing flexibility. This ...

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CAF

Currency Adjustment Factor (CAF) is a surcharge in international shipping that compensates for currency exchange rate fluctuations, helping stabilize freight costs. This article defines CAF, ...

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SC

A Surcharge (SC) in shipping is an extra fee applied on top of base freight rates to cover additional operational costs like fuel price fluctuations ...

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ENS

Entry Summary Declaration (ENS) is a mandatory electronic document submitted before cargo arrives in the European Union, providing advance information for customs security and risk ...

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AMS

The Automated Manifest System (AMS) is a mandatory electronic filing system for transmitting advance cargo information to U.S. Customs before goods arrive. This article defines ...

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