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This publication our comments opinions or other content are not sponsored affiliated or tested by the ICC we
recommend you refer to the ICC official publication of Incotermsreg 2010 ICC rules 715
The International Chamber of Commerce the world business organization based in Paris is the global leader in
the development of standards rules and reference guides for international trade
ICC Publications available
ICC Business Bookstore
wwwiccbookscom
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 2
CONTENTS
1 SCOPE OF BOOK 3
11 Guide format 3
12 Remarks 3
13 How to use the E-Guide 3
2 AUTHOR 4
3 WHAT ARE INCOTERMSreg RULES 5
4 ICC PUBLICATION 6
5 INCOTERMSreg RULES CHANGES 7
6 WHAT THEY DO COVER 8
7 WHAT THEY DONrsquoT COVER 9
8 INSTITUTE CARGO CLAUSES 10
9 CATEGORIES 11
91 Rules for Any Mode of Transport 11
92 Rules for Sea and Inland Waterway Transport Only 11
10 OBLIGATIONS 12
11 ICC BOOK CATEGORIES 14
12 LEGEND 15
121 Legend for chart 15
122 Legend for remarks 15
13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery) 16
131 FCA Responsibilities 16
132 FCA Checklist 17
133 FCA Remarks 18
134 FCA Case Study 1 19
135 FCA Chart 1 19
136 FCA Case Study 2 20
137 FCA Chart 2 20
138 FCA Case Study 3 21
139 FCA Chart 3 21
1310 FCA Case Study 4 22
1311 FCA Chart 4 22
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment) 23
141 FOB Responsibilities 23
142 FOB Checklist 24
143 FOB Remarks 25
144 FOB Case Study 1 26
145 FOB Chart 1 26
15 IN CONCLUSION 27
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS 28
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments 28
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1 SCOPE OF BOOK
This electronic guide to the 2010 version of Incotermsreg rules covers
Description of the FOB and FCA terms
Rules governing use of the terms and what they cover
Buyer and Seller Responsibilities
Rules for International and Domestic contracts of sale
How to use the rules correctly
Risks associated with each term
11 Guide format
The format of this guide has been designed for ease of use Each individual Incotermsreg rule is explained in easy-
to- follow sections
Description
Responsibilities
Checklist
Case studies
Charts
12 Remarks
The guide has a list of remarks divided into 5 categories for each specific Incotermsreg rule This is designed to
allow you to consider the Incotermsreg rules best suited to your requirements
Positives What are the best practices
Concerns When usage is not recommended
Considerations What to consider
Negotiables What to include in your negotiations and contracts
Insurance What to consider with Insurance
13 How to use the E-Guide
This E-guide is recommended to be used in conjunction with the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules publication no 715 It
has been intended as a guide only
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2 AUTHOR
CORINNE CAMPBELL
Corinne Campbell has over twenty-five years international experience in the import and export of goods She
has developed a detailed and comprehensive understanding of international business documentation such as
letters of credit the legislation and international agreements and their generally accepted usage
As the Principal of XDOC Corinne has first hand experience of starting and running a business Corinne is also
the author of the Australian Comprehensive Import Export Manual which is a 132 pages reference manual of
documentation examples and information about Import Export This manual is used in various Colleges and
Business Centres in Australia selling over 1000 copies a year Corinne has also written many publications for
various international organisations
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3 WHAT ARE INCOTERMSreg RULES
They are International Commercial Terms undertaken by buyers and sellers when delivering goods They provide
buyers and sellers with the basis of determining how certain tasks costs and risks are allocated between the
parties
Under a sale contract the Incotermsreg rules define
Tasks
Costs
Risks
Incotermsreg rules also serve as a useful checklist regarding risks responsibilities and obligations for sellers and
buyers
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 6
4 ICC PUBLICATION
The International Chamber of Commerce the world business organisation based in Paris is the global leader in
the development of standards rules and reference guides for international trade
ICC Publications available ICC Business Bookstore wwwiccbookscom
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5 INCOTERMSreg RULES CHANGES
From 1 January 2011 Incotermsreg rules 2000 have been revised and replaced by Incoterms reg 2010 Some rules
change from Incoterms reg2000 to Incotermsreg 2010 rules
CHANGES from INCOTERMSreg RULES 2000 to INCOTERMSreg 2010 RULES
New Number of
INCOTERMSreg RULES
11 instead of 13
Deleted terms DAF DES DEQ and DDU
New terms added DAT DAP
Terms replaced DAT replaces DEQ
DAP replaces DAF DES and DDU
Change to Transfer of Risk The risk passes when the goods are on-board the vessel and the whole
consignment has been loaded
Evidence of Insurance
requirements for
Evidence of Insurance is only applicable under CIP and CIF terms
Cargo security There is now an obligation to co-operate in order to satisfy cargo
security regimes
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6 WHAT THEY DO COVER
Obligations of Sellers and Buyers
Which party pays for what
When risk of the goods passes from Seller to Buyer
When delivery occurs
Who is responsible for Insurance
Who is responsible for Export clearance
Who is responsible for Import clearance
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7 WHAT THEY DONrsquoT COVER
Does not guarantee ownershiptitle to the goods
Does not include payment terms
Does not include payment methods
Does not replace a contract of sale
Incotermsreg rules
should be
incorporated
into your
Contract of Sale
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8 INSTITUTE CARGO CLAUSES
There is a Marine Insurance obligation only under Incotermsreg rules CIF and CIP
RISKS A Clauses B Clauses C Clauses
Fire or Explosion VesselCraft Being stranded grounded sunk or capsized Overturning or derailment of land conveyance Collision or contact of vessel craft or conveyance with external object
Discharge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison Washing Overboard Entry of sea lake or river water into vessel craft hold conveyance container or place of storage Total loss of any package lost overboard or dropped whilst loading on to or unloading from vessel or craft
General Average and Salvage Charges Pirates Thieves and Non-delivery Rough Handling Contamination
Covered = Not Covered or excluded =
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9 CATEGORIES
Incotermsreg rules 2000 had four categories Incotermsreg 2010 rules has only two categories
Incotermsreg 2010 rules are arranged in two categories as follows
91 Rules for Any Mode of Transport
EXW Ex Works
FCA Free Carrier
CPT Carriage Paid To
CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid
DAT Delivered At Terminal
DAP Delivered At Place
DDP Delivered Duty Paid
92 Rules for Sea and Inland Waterway Transport Only
Not recommended for container shipment
FAS Free Alongside Ship
FOB Free On Board
CFR Cost and Freight
CIF Cost Insurance and Freight
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10 OBLIGATIONS
Obligations Seller Buyer
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances FCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFR
CIF
EXW
Assistance in Export EXW FCACPTCPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCFRCIF
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF EXWFCAFAS
Packing cost EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Loading goods at agreed place FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Loading goods at TerminalPlace CPTCIPDATDAPCIF FCAFAS
Loading cost FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Contract of Insurance Obligation CIPCIF
Provide information to obtain insurance EXWFCACPTDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCIF
Pre main Transport risk FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Main Transport Risk DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPFASFOBCFR
CIF
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPCFR FCAFAS
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXW
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances DDP EXWFCACPT CIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Assistance in Import EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
DDP
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading goods at agreed place DAT EXWCPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading at Buyer DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFAS
FOBCFR
Unloading costs DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Transport cost in Country of Buyer DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Final Delivery Document CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
CIF
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos country then the second
loading is handled by buyer Eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
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If agreed terminal is not final destination in Buyerrsquos country Buyer is responsible for subsequent transport If
more than one unloading Buyer unloads
Sellerrsquos cost to agreed place if there is a second final destination Buyerrsquos cost
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11 ICC BOOK CATEGORIES
The International Chamber of Commerce has defined the Incoterms 2010reg obligations in the following 10
categories
A The Sellerrsquos obligations B The Buyerrsquos obligations
A1 General obligations of the seller B1 General obligations of the buyer
A2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
B2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
A3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance B3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance
A4 Delivery B4 Taking delivery
A5 Transfer of risks B5 Transfer of risks
A6 Allocation of costs B6 Allocation of costs
A7 Notice to the buyer B7 Notice to the seller
A8 Delivery document B8 Proof of delivery
A9 Checking ndash Packing ndash Marking B9 Inspection of goods
A10 Assistance with information and related costs B10 Assistance with information and related costs
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12 LEGEND
Symbols have been used throughout the book for ease of comprehension
121 Legend for chart
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
AIR
COST
PORT
RAIL
RISK
TERMINAL
ROAD
INSURANCE
PLACE
SEA
SELLERrsquoS NOMINEE
BUYERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
SELLERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS NOMINEE
SELLERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
SELLER
BUYER
122 Legend for remarks
What are the best practices
When usage is not recommended
What to consider
What to include in your negotiations and contracts
What to consider with Insurance
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13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery)
Seller delivers goods cleared for export (if required) to carrier or other party nominated by the Buyer in the
country of Seller
It can be at Sellerrsquos premises or another named place in the Sellerrsquos country
Recommended for Full Container load (FCL) amp Less Than a Container Load (LCL)Consolidation
Can be used for any mode of transport
131 FCA Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Pack and mark as agreed and required
Supply goods and documents as agreed
For FCA sellerrsquos premises Seller must load onto transport provided by Buyer
Deliver goods at agreed place within agreed time when not contracted ldquoat sellerrsquos premisesrdquo
Give Buyer sufficient notice that goods have been delivered to agreed point
Advise Buyer if goods have not been collected as agreed
Clear for export if required
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Give sufficient time for Seller to deliver the goods as agreed
Notify Seller when goods will be collected
Confirm mode of transport
Collect goods as agreed
Clear for import if required
Pay for all transport of goods from named place of delivery agreed with Seller
RISKS Transfer from Seller to Buyer when goods have been delivered to party nominated
by Buyer
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132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 18
133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
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134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
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136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
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138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
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1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
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14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
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142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
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CONTENTS
1 SCOPE OF BOOK 3
11 Guide format 3
12 Remarks 3
13 How to use the E-Guide 3
2 AUTHOR 4
3 WHAT ARE INCOTERMSreg RULES 5
4 ICC PUBLICATION 6
5 INCOTERMSreg RULES CHANGES 7
6 WHAT THEY DO COVER 8
7 WHAT THEY DONrsquoT COVER 9
8 INSTITUTE CARGO CLAUSES 10
9 CATEGORIES 11
91 Rules for Any Mode of Transport 11
92 Rules for Sea and Inland Waterway Transport Only 11
10 OBLIGATIONS 12
11 ICC BOOK CATEGORIES 14
12 LEGEND 15
121 Legend for chart 15
122 Legend for remarks 15
13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery) 16
131 FCA Responsibilities 16
132 FCA Checklist 17
133 FCA Remarks 18
134 FCA Case Study 1 19
135 FCA Chart 1 19
136 FCA Case Study 2 20
137 FCA Chart 2 20
138 FCA Case Study 3 21
139 FCA Chart 3 21
1310 FCA Case Study 4 22
1311 FCA Chart 4 22
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment) 23
141 FOB Responsibilities 23
142 FOB Checklist 24
143 FOB Remarks 25
144 FOB Case Study 1 26
145 FOB Chart 1 26
15 IN CONCLUSION 27
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS 28
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments 28
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 3
1 SCOPE OF BOOK
This electronic guide to the 2010 version of Incotermsreg rules covers
Description of the FOB and FCA terms
Rules governing use of the terms and what they cover
Buyer and Seller Responsibilities
Rules for International and Domestic contracts of sale
How to use the rules correctly
Risks associated with each term
11 Guide format
The format of this guide has been designed for ease of use Each individual Incotermsreg rule is explained in easy-
to- follow sections
Description
Responsibilities
Checklist
Case studies
Charts
12 Remarks
The guide has a list of remarks divided into 5 categories for each specific Incotermsreg rule This is designed to
allow you to consider the Incotermsreg rules best suited to your requirements
Positives What are the best practices
Concerns When usage is not recommended
Considerations What to consider
Negotiables What to include in your negotiations and contracts
Insurance What to consider with Insurance
13 How to use the E-Guide
This E-guide is recommended to be used in conjunction with the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules publication no 715 It
has been intended as a guide only
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 4
2 AUTHOR
CORINNE CAMPBELL
Corinne Campbell has over twenty-five years international experience in the import and export of goods She
has developed a detailed and comprehensive understanding of international business documentation such as
letters of credit the legislation and international agreements and their generally accepted usage
As the Principal of XDOC Corinne has first hand experience of starting and running a business Corinne is also
the author of the Australian Comprehensive Import Export Manual which is a 132 pages reference manual of
documentation examples and information about Import Export This manual is used in various Colleges and
Business Centres in Australia selling over 1000 copies a year Corinne has also written many publications for
various international organisations
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 5
3 WHAT ARE INCOTERMSreg RULES
They are International Commercial Terms undertaken by buyers and sellers when delivering goods They provide
buyers and sellers with the basis of determining how certain tasks costs and risks are allocated between the
parties
Under a sale contract the Incotermsreg rules define
Tasks
Costs
Risks
Incotermsreg rules also serve as a useful checklist regarding risks responsibilities and obligations for sellers and
buyers
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 6
4 ICC PUBLICATION
The International Chamber of Commerce the world business organisation based in Paris is the global leader in
the development of standards rules and reference guides for international trade
ICC Publications available ICC Business Bookstore wwwiccbookscom
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 7
5 INCOTERMSreg RULES CHANGES
From 1 January 2011 Incotermsreg rules 2000 have been revised and replaced by Incoterms reg 2010 Some rules
change from Incoterms reg2000 to Incotermsreg 2010 rules
CHANGES from INCOTERMSreg RULES 2000 to INCOTERMSreg 2010 RULES
New Number of
INCOTERMSreg RULES
11 instead of 13
Deleted terms DAF DES DEQ and DDU
New terms added DAT DAP
Terms replaced DAT replaces DEQ
DAP replaces DAF DES and DDU
Change to Transfer of Risk The risk passes when the goods are on-board the vessel and the whole
consignment has been loaded
Evidence of Insurance
requirements for
Evidence of Insurance is only applicable under CIP and CIF terms
Cargo security There is now an obligation to co-operate in order to satisfy cargo
security regimes
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 8
6 WHAT THEY DO COVER
Obligations of Sellers and Buyers
Which party pays for what
When risk of the goods passes from Seller to Buyer
When delivery occurs
Who is responsible for Insurance
Who is responsible for Export clearance
Who is responsible for Import clearance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 9
7 WHAT THEY DONrsquoT COVER
Does not guarantee ownershiptitle to the goods
Does not include payment terms
Does not include payment methods
Does not replace a contract of sale
Incotermsreg rules
should be
incorporated
into your
Contract of Sale
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8 INSTITUTE CARGO CLAUSES
There is a Marine Insurance obligation only under Incotermsreg rules CIF and CIP
RISKS A Clauses B Clauses C Clauses
Fire or Explosion VesselCraft Being stranded grounded sunk or capsized Overturning or derailment of land conveyance Collision or contact of vessel craft or conveyance with external object
Discharge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison Washing Overboard Entry of sea lake or river water into vessel craft hold conveyance container or place of storage Total loss of any package lost overboard or dropped whilst loading on to or unloading from vessel or craft
General Average and Salvage Charges Pirates Thieves and Non-delivery Rough Handling Contamination
Covered = Not Covered or excluded =
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9 CATEGORIES
Incotermsreg rules 2000 had four categories Incotermsreg 2010 rules has only two categories
Incotermsreg 2010 rules are arranged in two categories as follows
91 Rules for Any Mode of Transport
EXW Ex Works
FCA Free Carrier
CPT Carriage Paid To
CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid
DAT Delivered At Terminal
DAP Delivered At Place
DDP Delivered Duty Paid
92 Rules for Sea and Inland Waterway Transport Only
Not recommended for container shipment
FAS Free Alongside Ship
FOB Free On Board
CFR Cost and Freight
CIF Cost Insurance and Freight
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10 OBLIGATIONS
Obligations Seller Buyer
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances FCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFR
CIF
EXW
Assistance in Export EXW FCACPTCPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCFRCIF
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF EXWFCAFAS
Packing cost EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Loading goods at agreed place FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Loading goods at TerminalPlace CPTCIPDATDAPCIF FCAFAS
Loading cost FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Contract of Insurance Obligation CIPCIF
Provide information to obtain insurance EXWFCACPTDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCIF
Pre main Transport risk FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Main Transport Risk DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPFASFOBCFR
CIF
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPCFR FCAFAS
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXW
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances DDP EXWFCACPT CIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Assistance in Import EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
DDP
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading goods at agreed place DAT EXWCPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading at Buyer DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFAS
FOBCFR
Unloading costs DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Transport cost in Country of Buyer DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Final Delivery Document CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
CIF
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos country then the second
loading is handled by buyer Eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
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If agreed terminal is not final destination in Buyerrsquos country Buyer is responsible for subsequent transport If
more than one unloading Buyer unloads
Sellerrsquos cost to agreed place if there is a second final destination Buyerrsquos cost
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11 ICC BOOK CATEGORIES
The International Chamber of Commerce has defined the Incoterms 2010reg obligations in the following 10
categories
A The Sellerrsquos obligations B The Buyerrsquos obligations
A1 General obligations of the seller B1 General obligations of the buyer
A2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
B2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
A3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance B3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance
A4 Delivery B4 Taking delivery
A5 Transfer of risks B5 Transfer of risks
A6 Allocation of costs B6 Allocation of costs
A7 Notice to the buyer B7 Notice to the seller
A8 Delivery document B8 Proof of delivery
A9 Checking ndash Packing ndash Marking B9 Inspection of goods
A10 Assistance with information and related costs B10 Assistance with information and related costs
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12 LEGEND
Symbols have been used throughout the book for ease of comprehension
121 Legend for chart
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
AIR
COST
PORT
RAIL
RISK
TERMINAL
ROAD
INSURANCE
PLACE
SEA
SELLERrsquoS NOMINEE
BUYERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
SELLERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS NOMINEE
SELLERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
SELLER
BUYER
122 Legend for remarks
What are the best practices
When usage is not recommended
What to consider
What to include in your negotiations and contracts
What to consider with Insurance
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13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery)
Seller delivers goods cleared for export (if required) to carrier or other party nominated by the Buyer in the
country of Seller
It can be at Sellerrsquos premises or another named place in the Sellerrsquos country
Recommended for Full Container load (FCL) amp Less Than a Container Load (LCL)Consolidation
Can be used for any mode of transport
131 FCA Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Pack and mark as agreed and required
Supply goods and documents as agreed
For FCA sellerrsquos premises Seller must load onto transport provided by Buyer
Deliver goods at agreed place within agreed time when not contracted ldquoat sellerrsquos premisesrdquo
Give Buyer sufficient notice that goods have been delivered to agreed point
Advise Buyer if goods have not been collected as agreed
Clear for export if required
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Give sufficient time for Seller to deliver the goods as agreed
Notify Seller when goods will be collected
Confirm mode of transport
Collect goods as agreed
Clear for import if required
Pay for all transport of goods from named place of delivery agreed with Seller
RISKS Transfer from Seller to Buyer when goods have been delivered to party nominated
by Buyer
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132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
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133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
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134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
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136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
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138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
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1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
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14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
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142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
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143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
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144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
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15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
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16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
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FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 3
1 SCOPE OF BOOK
This electronic guide to the 2010 version of Incotermsreg rules covers
Description of the FOB and FCA terms
Rules governing use of the terms and what they cover
Buyer and Seller Responsibilities
Rules for International and Domestic contracts of sale
How to use the rules correctly
Risks associated with each term
11 Guide format
The format of this guide has been designed for ease of use Each individual Incotermsreg rule is explained in easy-
to- follow sections
Description
Responsibilities
Checklist
Case studies
Charts
12 Remarks
The guide has a list of remarks divided into 5 categories for each specific Incotermsreg rule This is designed to
allow you to consider the Incotermsreg rules best suited to your requirements
Positives What are the best practices
Concerns When usage is not recommended
Considerations What to consider
Negotiables What to include in your negotiations and contracts
Insurance What to consider with Insurance
13 How to use the E-Guide
This E-guide is recommended to be used in conjunction with the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules publication no 715 It
has been intended as a guide only
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2 AUTHOR
CORINNE CAMPBELL
Corinne Campbell has over twenty-five years international experience in the import and export of goods She
has developed a detailed and comprehensive understanding of international business documentation such as
letters of credit the legislation and international agreements and their generally accepted usage
As the Principal of XDOC Corinne has first hand experience of starting and running a business Corinne is also
the author of the Australian Comprehensive Import Export Manual which is a 132 pages reference manual of
documentation examples and information about Import Export This manual is used in various Colleges and
Business Centres in Australia selling over 1000 copies a year Corinne has also written many publications for
various international organisations
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3 WHAT ARE INCOTERMSreg RULES
They are International Commercial Terms undertaken by buyers and sellers when delivering goods They provide
buyers and sellers with the basis of determining how certain tasks costs and risks are allocated between the
parties
Under a sale contract the Incotermsreg rules define
Tasks
Costs
Risks
Incotermsreg rules also serve as a useful checklist regarding risks responsibilities and obligations for sellers and
buyers
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 6
4 ICC PUBLICATION
The International Chamber of Commerce the world business organisation based in Paris is the global leader in
the development of standards rules and reference guides for international trade
ICC Publications available ICC Business Bookstore wwwiccbookscom
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5 INCOTERMSreg RULES CHANGES
From 1 January 2011 Incotermsreg rules 2000 have been revised and replaced by Incoterms reg 2010 Some rules
change from Incoterms reg2000 to Incotermsreg 2010 rules
CHANGES from INCOTERMSreg RULES 2000 to INCOTERMSreg 2010 RULES
New Number of
INCOTERMSreg RULES
11 instead of 13
Deleted terms DAF DES DEQ and DDU
New terms added DAT DAP
Terms replaced DAT replaces DEQ
DAP replaces DAF DES and DDU
Change to Transfer of Risk The risk passes when the goods are on-board the vessel and the whole
consignment has been loaded
Evidence of Insurance
requirements for
Evidence of Insurance is only applicable under CIP and CIF terms
Cargo security There is now an obligation to co-operate in order to satisfy cargo
security regimes
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6 WHAT THEY DO COVER
Obligations of Sellers and Buyers
Which party pays for what
When risk of the goods passes from Seller to Buyer
When delivery occurs
Who is responsible for Insurance
Who is responsible for Export clearance
Who is responsible for Import clearance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 9
7 WHAT THEY DONrsquoT COVER
Does not guarantee ownershiptitle to the goods
Does not include payment terms
Does not include payment methods
Does not replace a contract of sale
Incotermsreg rules
should be
incorporated
into your
Contract of Sale
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 10
8 INSTITUTE CARGO CLAUSES
There is a Marine Insurance obligation only under Incotermsreg rules CIF and CIP
RISKS A Clauses B Clauses C Clauses
Fire or Explosion VesselCraft Being stranded grounded sunk or capsized Overturning or derailment of land conveyance Collision or contact of vessel craft or conveyance with external object
Discharge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison Washing Overboard Entry of sea lake or river water into vessel craft hold conveyance container or place of storage Total loss of any package lost overboard or dropped whilst loading on to or unloading from vessel or craft
General Average and Salvage Charges Pirates Thieves and Non-delivery Rough Handling Contamination
Covered = Not Covered or excluded =
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9 CATEGORIES
Incotermsreg rules 2000 had four categories Incotermsreg 2010 rules has only two categories
Incotermsreg 2010 rules are arranged in two categories as follows
91 Rules for Any Mode of Transport
EXW Ex Works
FCA Free Carrier
CPT Carriage Paid To
CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid
DAT Delivered At Terminal
DAP Delivered At Place
DDP Delivered Duty Paid
92 Rules for Sea and Inland Waterway Transport Only
Not recommended for container shipment
FAS Free Alongside Ship
FOB Free On Board
CFR Cost and Freight
CIF Cost Insurance and Freight
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10 OBLIGATIONS
Obligations Seller Buyer
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances FCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFR
CIF
EXW
Assistance in Export EXW FCACPTCPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCFRCIF
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF EXWFCAFAS
Packing cost EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Loading goods at agreed place FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Loading goods at TerminalPlace CPTCIPDATDAPCIF FCAFAS
Loading cost FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Contract of Insurance Obligation CIPCIF
Provide information to obtain insurance EXWFCACPTDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCIF
Pre main Transport risk FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Main Transport Risk DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPFASFOBCFR
CIF
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPCFR FCAFAS
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXW
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances DDP EXWFCACPT CIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Assistance in Import EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
DDP
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading goods at agreed place DAT EXWCPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading at Buyer DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFAS
FOBCFR
Unloading costs DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Transport cost in Country of Buyer DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Final Delivery Document CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
CIF
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos country then the second
loading is handled by buyer Eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 13
If agreed terminal is not final destination in Buyerrsquos country Buyer is responsible for subsequent transport If
more than one unloading Buyer unloads
Sellerrsquos cost to agreed place if there is a second final destination Buyerrsquos cost
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 14
11 ICC BOOK CATEGORIES
The International Chamber of Commerce has defined the Incoterms 2010reg obligations in the following 10
categories
A The Sellerrsquos obligations B The Buyerrsquos obligations
A1 General obligations of the seller B1 General obligations of the buyer
A2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
B2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
A3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance B3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance
A4 Delivery B4 Taking delivery
A5 Transfer of risks B5 Transfer of risks
A6 Allocation of costs B6 Allocation of costs
A7 Notice to the buyer B7 Notice to the seller
A8 Delivery document B8 Proof of delivery
A9 Checking ndash Packing ndash Marking B9 Inspection of goods
A10 Assistance with information and related costs B10 Assistance with information and related costs
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 15
12 LEGEND
Symbols have been used throughout the book for ease of comprehension
121 Legend for chart
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
AIR
COST
PORT
RAIL
RISK
TERMINAL
ROAD
INSURANCE
PLACE
SEA
SELLERrsquoS NOMINEE
BUYERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
SELLERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS NOMINEE
SELLERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
SELLER
BUYER
122 Legend for remarks
What are the best practices
When usage is not recommended
What to consider
What to include in your negotiations and contracts
What to consider with Insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 16
13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery)
Seller delivers goods cleared for export (if required) to carrier or other party nominated by the Buyer in the
country of Seller
It can be at Sellerrsquos premises or another named place in the Sellerrsquos country
Recommended for Full Container load (FCL) amp Less Than a Container Load (LCL)Consolidation
Can be used for any mode of transport
131 FCA Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Pack and mark as agreed and required
Supply goods and documents as agreed
For FCA sellerrsquos premises Seller must load onto transport provided by Buyer
Deliver goods at agreed place within agreed time when not contracted ldquoat sellerrsquos premisesrdquo
Give Buyer sufficient notice that goods have been delivered to agreed point
Advise Buyer if goods have not been collected as agreed
Clear for export if required
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Give sufficient time for Seller to deliver the goods as agreed
Notify Seller when goods will be collected
Confirm mode of transport
Collect goods as agreed
Clear for import if required
Pay for all transport of goods from named place of delivery agreed with Seller
RISKS Transfer from Seller to Buyer when goods have been delivered to party nominated
by Buyer
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 17
132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
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133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
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134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
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136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
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138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
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1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
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14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
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142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
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143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
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15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
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16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
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2 AUTHOR
CORINNE CAMPBELL
Corinne Campbell has over twenty-five years international experience in the import and export of goods She
has developed a detailed and comprehensive understanding of international business documentation such as
letters of credit the legislation and international agreements and their generally accepted usage
As the Principal of XDOC Corinne has first hand experience of starting and running a business Corinne is also
the author of the Australian Comprehensive Import Export Manual which is a 132 pages reference manual of
documentation examples and information about Import Export This manual is used in various Colleges and
Business Centres in Australia selling over 1000 copies a year Corinne has also written many publications for
various international organisations
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3 WHAT ARE INCOTERMSreg RULES
They are International Commercial Terms undertaken by buyers and sellers when delivering goods They provide
buyers and sellers with the basis of determining how certain tasks costs and risks are allocated between the
parties
Under a sale contract the Incotermsreg rules define
Tasks
Costs
Risks
Incotermsreg rules also serve as a useful checklist regarding risks responsibilities and obligations for sellers and
buyers
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4 ICC PUBLICATION
The International Chamber of Commerce the world business organisation based in Paris is the global leader in
the development of standards rules and reference guides for international trade
ICC Publications available ICC Business Bookstore wwwiccbookscom
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5 INCOTERMSreg RULES CHANGES
From 1 January 2011 Incotermsreg rules 2000 have been revised and replaced by Incoterms reg 2010 Some rules
change from Incoterms reg2000 to Incotermsreg 2010 rules
CHANGES from INCOTERMSreg RULES 2000 to INCOTERMSreg 2010 RULES
New Number of
INCOTERMSreg RULES
11 instead of 13
Deleted terms DAF DES DEQ and DDU
New terms added DAT DAP
Terms replaced DAT replaces DEQ
DAP replaces DAF DES and DDU
Change to Transfer of Risk The risk passes when the goods are on-board the vessel and the whole
consignment has been loaded
Evidence of Insurance
requirements for
Evidence of Insurance is only applicable under CIP and CIF terms
Cargo security There is now an obligation to co-operate in order to satisfy cargo
security regimes
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6 WHAT THEY DO COVER
Obligations of Sellers and Buyers
Which party pays for what
When risk of the goods passes from Seller to Buyer
When delivery occurs
Who is responsible for Insurance
Who is responsible for Export clearance
Who is responsible for Import clearance
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7 WHAT THEY DONrsquoT COVER
Does not guarantee ownershiptitle to the goods
Does not include payment terms
Does not include payment methods
Does not replace a contract of sale
Incotermsreg rules
should be
incorporated
into your
Contract of Sale
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8 INSTITUTE CARGO CLAUSES
There is a Marine Insurance obligation only under Incotermsreg rules CIF and CIP
RISKS A Clauses B Clauses C Clauses
Fire or Explosion VesselCraft Being stranded grounded sunk or capsized Overturning or derailment of land conveyance Collision or contact of vessel craft or conveyance with external object
Discharge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison Washing Overboard Entry of sea lake or river water into vessel craft hold conveyance container or place of storage Total loss of any package lost overboard or dropped whilst loading on to or unloading from vessel or craft
General Average and Salvage Charges Pirates Thieves and Non-delivery Rough Handling Contamination
Covered = Not Covered or excluded =
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9 CATEGORIES
Incotermsreg rules 2000 had four categories Incotermsreg 2010 rules has only two categories
Incotermsreg 2010 rules are arranged in two categories as follows
91 Rules for Any Mode of Transport
EXW Ex Works
FCA Free Carrier
CPT Carriage Paid To
CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid
DAT Delivered At Terminal
DAP Delivered At Place
DDP Delivered Duty Paid
92 Rules for Sea and Inland Waterway Transport Only
Not recommended for container shipment
FAS Free Alongside Ship
FOB Free On Board
CFR Cost and Freight
CIF Cost Insurance and Freight
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10 OBLIGATIONS
Obligations Seller Buyer
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances FCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFR
CIF
EXW
Assistance in Export EXW FCACPTCPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCFRCIF
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF EXWFCAFAS
Packing cost EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Loading goods at agreed place FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Loading goods at TerminalPlace CPTCIPDATDAPCIF FCAFAS
Loading cost FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Contract of Insurance Obligation CIPCIF
Provide information to obtain insurance EXWFCACPTDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCIF
Pre main Transport risk FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Main Transport Risk DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPFASFOBCFR
CIF
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPCFR FCAFAS
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXW
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances DDP EXWFCACPT CIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Assistance in Import EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
DDP
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading goods at agreed place DAT EXWCPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading at Buyer DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFAS
FOBCFR
Unloading costs DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Transport cost in Country of Buyer DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Final Delivery Document CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
CIF
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos country then the second
loading is handled by buyer Eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 13
If agreed terminal is not final destination in Buyerrsquos country Buyer is responsible for subsequent transport If
more than one unloading Buyer unloads
Sellerrsquos cost to agreed place if there is a second final destination Buyerrsquos cost
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11 ICC BOOK CATEGORIES
The International Chamber of Commerce has defined the Incoterms 2010reg obligations in the following 10
categories
A The Sellerrsquos obligations B The Buyerrsquos obligations
A1 General obligations of the seller B1 General obligations of the buyer
A2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
B2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
A3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance B3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance
A4 Delivery B4 Taking delivery
A5 Transfer of risks B5 Transfer of risks
A6 Allocation of costs B6 Allocation of costs
A7 Notice to the buyer B7 Notice to the seller
A8 Delivery document B8 Proof of delivery
A9 Checking ndash Packing ndash Marking B9 Inspection of goods
A10 Assistance with information and related costs B10 Assistance with information and related costs
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12 LEGEND
Symbols have been used throughout the book for ease of comprehension
121 Legend for chart
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
AIR
COST
PORT
RAIL
RISK
TERMINAL
ROAD
INSURANCE
PLACE
SEA
SELLERrsquoS NOMINEE
BUYERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
SELLERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS NOMINEE
SELLERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
SELLER
BUYER
122 Legend for remarks
What are the best practices
When usage is not recommended
What to consider
What to include in your negotiations and contracts
What to consider with Insurance
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13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery)
Seller delivers goods cleared for export (if required) to carrier or other party nominated by the Buyer in the
country of Seller
It can be at Sellerrsquos premises or another named place in the Sellerrsquos country
Recommended for Full Container load (FCL) amp Less Than a Container Load (LCL)Consolidation
Can be used for any mode of transport
131 FCA Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Pack and mark as agreed and required
Supply goods and documents as agreed
For FCA sellerrsquos premises Seller must load onto transport provided by Buyer
Deliver goods at agreed place within agreed time when not contracted ldquoat sellerrsquos premisesrdquo
Give Buyer sufficient notice that goods have been delivered to agreed point
Advise Buyer if goods have not been collected as agreed
Clear for export if required
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Give sufficient time for Seller to deliver the goods as agreed
Notify Seller when goods will be collected
Confirm mode of transport
Collect goods as agreed
Clear for import if required
Pay for all transport of goods from named place of delivery agreed with Seller
RISKS Transfer from Seller to Buyer when goods have been delivered to party nominated
by Buyer
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132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 18
133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 19
134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 20
136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 21
138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 22
1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
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3 WHAT ARE INCOTERMSreg RULES
They are International Commercial Terms undertaken by buyers and sellers when delivering goods They provide
buyers and sellers with the basis of determining how certain tasks costs and risks are allocated between the
parties
Under a sale contract the Incotermsreg rules define
Tasks
Costs
Risks
Incotermsreg rules also serve as a useful checklist regarding risks responsibilities and obligations for sellers and
buyers
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4 ICC PUBLICATION
The International Chamber of Commerce the world business organisation based in Paris is the global leader in
the development of standards rules and reference guides for international trade
ICC Publications available ICC Business Bookstore wwwiccbookscom
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5 INCOTERMSreg RULES CHANGES
From 1 January 2011 Incotermsreg rules 2000 have been revised and replaced by Incoterms reg 2010 Some rules
change from Incoterms reg2000 to Incotermsreg 2010 rules
CHANGES from INCOTERMSreg RULES 2000 to INCOTERMSreg 2010 RULES
New Number of
INCOTERMSreg RULES
11 instead of 13
Deleted terms DAF DES DEQ and DDU
New terms added DAT DAP
Terms replaced DAT replaces DEQ
DAP replaces DAF DES and DDU
Change to Transfer of Risk The risk passes when the goods are on-board the vessel and the whole
consignment has been loaded
Evidence of Insurance
requirements for
Evidence of Insurance is only applicable under CIP and CIF terms
Cargo security There is now an obligation to co-operate in order to satisfy cargo
security regimes
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6 WHAT THEY DO COVER
Obligations of Sellers and Buyers
Which party pays for what
When risk of the goods passes from Seller to Buyer
When delivery occurs
Who is responsible for Insurance
Who is responsible for Export clearance
Who is responsible for Import clearance
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7 WHAT THEY DONrsquoT COVER
Does not guarantee ownershiptitle to the goods
Does not include payment terms
Does not include payment methods
Does not replace a contract of sale
Incotermsreg rules
should be
incorporated
into your
Contract of Sale
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8 INSTITUTE CARGO CLAUSES
There is a Marine Insurance obligation only under Incotermsreg rules CIF and CIP
RISKS A Clauses B Clauses C Clauses
Fire or Explosion VesselCraft Being stranded grounded sunk or capsized Overturning or derailment of land conveyance Collision or contact of vessel craft or conveyance with external object
Discharge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison Washing Overboard Entry of sea lake or river water into vessel craft hold conveyance container or place of storage Total loss of any package lost overboard or dropped whilst loading on to or unloading from vessel or craft
General Average and Salvage Charges Pirates Thieves and Non-delivery Rough Handling Contamination
Covered = Not Covered or excluded =
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9 CATEGORIES
Incotermsreg rules 2000 had four categories Incotermsreg 2010 rules has only two categories
Incotermsreg 2010 rules are arranged in two categories as follows
91 Rules for Any Mode of Transport
EXW Ex Works
FCA Free Carrier
CPT Carriage Paid To
CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid
DAT Delivered At Terminal
DAP Delivered At Place
DDP Delivered Duty Paid
92 Rules for Sea and Inland Waterway Transport Only
Not recommended for container shipment
FAS Free Alongside Ship
FOB Free On Board
CFR Cost and Freight
CIF Cost Insurance and Freight
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10 OBLIGATIONS
Obligations Seller Buyer
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances FCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFR
CIF
EXW
Assistance in Export EXW FCACPTCPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCFRCIF
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF EXWFCAFAS
Packing cost EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Loading goods at agreed place FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Loading goods at TerminalPlace CPTCIPDATDAPCIF FCAFAS
Loading cost FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Contract of Insurance Obligation CIPCIF
Provide information to obtain insurance EXWFCACPTDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCIF
Pre main Transport risk FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Main Transport Risk DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPFASFOBCFR
CIF
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPCFR FCAFAS
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXW
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances DDP EXWFCACPT CIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Assistance in Import EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
DDP
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading goods at agreed place DAT EXWCPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading at Buyer DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFAS
FOBCFR
Unloading costs DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Transport cost in Country of Buyer DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Final Delivery Document CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
CIF
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos country then the second
loading is handled by buyer Eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
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If agreed terminal is not final destination in Buyerrsquos country Buyer is responsible for subsequent transport If
more than one unloading Buyer unloads
Sellerrsquos cost to agreed place if there is a second final destination Buyerrsquos cost
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11 ICC BOOK CATEGORIES
The International Chamber of Commerce has defined the Incoterms 2010reg obligations in the following 10
categories
A The Sellerrsquos obligations B The Buyerrsquos obligations
A1 General obligations of the seller B1 General obligations of the buyer
A2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
B2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
A3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance B3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance
A4 Delivery B4 Taking delivery
A5 Transfer of risks B5 Transfer of risks
A6 Allocation of costs B6 Allocation of costs
A7 Notice to the buyer B7 Notice to the seller
A8 Delivery document B8 Proof of delivery
A9 Checking ndash Packing ndash Marking B9 Inspection of goods
A10 Assistance with information and related costs B10 Assistance with information and related costs
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12 LEGEND
Symbols have been used throughout the book for ease of comprehension
121 Legend for chart
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
AIR
COST
PORT
RAIL
RISK
TERMINAL
ROAD
INSURANCE
PLACE
SEA
SELLERrsquoS NOMINEE
BUYERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
SELLERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS NOMINEE
SELLERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
SELLER
BUYER
122 Legend for remarks
What are the best practices
When usage is not recommended
What to consider
What to include in your negotiations and contracts
What to consider with Insurance
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13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery)
Seller delivers goods cleared for export (if required) to carrier or other party nominated by the Buyer in the
country of Seller
It can be at Sellerrsquos premises or another named place in the Sellerrsquos country
Recommended for Full Container load (FCL) amp Less Than a Container Load (LCL)Consolidation
Can be used for any mode of transport
131 FCA Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Pack and mark as agreed and required
Supply goods and documents as agreed
For FCA sellerrsquos premises Seller must load onto transport provided by Buyer
Deliver goods at agreed place within agreed time when not contracted ldquoat sellerrsquos premisesrdquo
Give Buyer sufficient notice that goods have been delivered to agreed point
Advise Buyer if goods have not been collected as agreed
Clear for export if required
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Give sufficient time for Seller to deliver the goods as agreed
Notify Seller when goods will be collected
Confirm mode of transport
Collect goods as agreed
Clear for import if required
Pay for all transport of goods from named place of delivery agreed with Seller
RISKS Transfer from Seller to Buyer when goods have been delivered to party nominated
by Buyer
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132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
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133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
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134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
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136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
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138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
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1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
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14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
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142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
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143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
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15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 6: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 6
4 ICC PUBLICATION
The International Chamber of Commerce the world business organisation based in Paris is the global leader in
the development of standards rules and reference guides for international trade
ICC Publications available ICC Business Bookstore wwwiccbookscom
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 7
5 INCOTERMSreg RULES CHANGES
From 1 January 2011 Incotermsreg rules 2000 have been revised and replaced by Incoterms reg 2010 Some rules
change from Incoterms reg2000 to Incotermsreg 2010 rules
CHANGES from INCOTERMSreg RULES 2000 to INCOTERMSreg 2010 RULES
New Number of
INCOTERMSreg RULES
11 instead of 13
Deleted terms DAF DES DEQ and DDU
New terms added DAT DAP
Terms replaced DAT replaces DEQ
DAP replaces DAF DES and DDU
Change to Transfer of Risk The risk passes when the goods are on-board the vessel and the whole
consignment has been loaded
Evidence of Insurance
requirements for
Evidence of Insurance is only applicable under CIP and CIF terms
Cargo security There is now an obligation to co-operate in order to satisfy cargo
security regimes
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 8
6 WHAT THEY DO COVER
Obligations of Sellers and Buyers
Which party pays for what
When risk of the goods passes from Seller to Buyer
When delivery occurs
Who is responsible for Insurance
Who is responsible for Export clearance
Who is responsible for Import clearance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 9
7 WHAT THEY DONrsquoT COVER
Does not guarantee ownershiptitle to the goods
Does not include payment terms
Does not include payment methods
Does not replace a contract of sale
Incotermsreg rules
should be
incorporated
into your
Contract of Sale
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 10
8 INSTITUTE CARGO CLAUSES
There is a Marine Insurance obligation only under Incotermsreg rules CIF and CIP
RISKS A Clauses B Clauses C Clauses
Fire or Explosion VesselCraft Being stranded grounded sunk or capsized Overturning or derailment of land conveyance Collision or contact of vessel craft or conveyance with external object
Discharge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison Washing Overboard Entry of sea lake or river water into vessel craft hold conveyance container or place of storage Total loss of any package lost overboard or dropped whilst loading on to or unloading from vessel or craft
General Average and Salvage Charges Pirates Thieves and Non-delivery Rough Handling Contamination
Covered = Not Covered or excluded =
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 11
9 CATEGORIES
Incotermsreg rules 2000 had four categories Incotermsreg 2010 rules has only two categories
Incotermsreg 2010 rules are arranged in two categories as follows
91 Rules for Any Mode of Transport
EXW Ex Works
FCA Free Carrier
CPT Carriage Paid To
CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid
DAT Delivered At Terminal
DAP Delivered At Place
DDP Delivered Duty Paid
92 Rules for Sea and Inland Waterway Transport Only
Not recommended for container shipment
FAS Free Alongside Ship
FOB Free On Board
CFR Cost and Freight
CIF Cost Insurance and Freight
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 12
10 OBLIGATIONS
Obligations Seller Buyer
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances FCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFR
CIF
EXW
Assistance in Export EXW FCACPTCPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCFRCIF
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF EXWFCAFAS
Packing cost EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Loading goods at agreed place FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Loading goods at TerminalPlace CPTCIPDATDAPCIF FCAFAS
Loading cost FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Contract of Insurance Obligation CIPCIF
Provide information to obtain insurance EXWFCACPTDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCIF
Pre main Transport risk FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Main Transport Risk DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPFASFOBCFR
CIF
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPCFR FCAFAS
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXW
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances DDP EXWFCACPT CIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Assistance in Import EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
DDP
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading goods at agreed place DAT EXWCPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading at Buyer DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFAS
FOBCFR
Unloading costs DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Transport cost in Country of Buyer DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Final Delivery Document CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
CIF
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos country then the second
loading is handled by buyer Eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 13
If agreed terminal is not final destination in Buyerrsquos country Buyer is responsible for subsequent transport If
more than one unloading Buyer unloads
Sellerrsquos cost to agreed place if there is a second final destination Buyerrsquos cost
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 14
11 ICC BOOK CATEGORIES
The International Chamber of Commerce has defined the Incoterms 2010reg obligations in the following 10
categories
A The Sellerrsquos obligations B The Buyerrsquos obligations
A1 General obligations of the seller B1 General obligations of the buyer
A2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
B2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
A3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance B3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance
A4 Delivery B4 Taking delivery
A5 Transfer of risks B5 Transfer of risks
A6 Allocation of costs B6 Allocation of costs
A7 Notice to the buyer B7 Notice to the seller
A8 Delivery document B8 Proof of delivery
A9 Checking ndash Packing ndash Marking B9 Inspection of goods
A10 Assistance with information and related costs B10 Assistance with information and related costs
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 15
12 LEGEND
Symbols have been used throughout the book for ease of comprehension
121 Legend for chart
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
AIR
COST
PORT
RAIL
RISK
TERMINAL
ROAD
INSURANCE
PLACE
SEA
SELLERrsquoS NOMINEE
BUYERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
SELLERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS NOMINEE
SELLERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
SELLER
BUYER
122 Legend for remarks
What are the best practices
When usage is not recommended
What to consider
What to include in your negotiations and contracts
What to consider with Insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 16
13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery)
Seller delivers goods cleared for export (if required) to carrier or other party nominated by the Buyer in the
country of Seller
It can be at Sellerrsquos premises or another named place in the Sellerrsquos country
Recommended for Full Container load (FCL) amp Less Than a Container Load (LCL)Consolidation
Can be used for any mode of transport
131 FCA Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Pack and mark as agreed and required
Supply goods and documents as agreed
For FCA sellerrsquos premises Seller must load onto transport provided by Buyer
Deliver goods at agreed place within agreed time when not contracted ldquoat sellerrsquos premisesrdquo
Give Buyer sufficient notice that goods have been delivered to agreed point
Advise Buyer if goods have not been collected as agreed
Clear for export if required
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Give sufficient time for Seller to deliver the goods as agreed
Notify Seller when goods will be collected
Confirm mode of transport
Collect goods as agreed
Clear for import if required
Pay for all transport of goods from named place of delivery agreed with Seller
RISKS Transfer from Seller to Buyer when goods have been delivered to party nominated
by Buyer
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 17
132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
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133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 19
134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 20
136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 21
138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 22
1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
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142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 7: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 7
5 INCOTERMSreg RULES CHANGES
From 1 January 2011 Incotermsreg rules 2000 have been revised and replaced by Incoterms reg 2010 Some rules
change from Incoterms reg2000 to Incotermsreg 2010 rules
CHANGES from INCOTERMSreg RULES 2000 to INCOTERMSreg 2010 RULES
New Number of
INCOTERMSreg RULES
11 instead of 13
Deleted terms DAF DES DEQ and DDU
New terms added DAT DAP
Terms replaced DAT replaces DEQ
DAP replaces DAF DES and DDU
Change to Transfer of Risk The risk passes when the goods are on-board the vessel and the whole
consignment has been loaded
Evidence of Insurance
requirements for
Evidence of Insurance is only applicable under CIP and CIF terms
Cargo security There is now an obligation to co-operate in order to satisfy cargo
security regimes
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 8
6 WHAT THEY DO COVER
Obligations of Sellers and Buyers
Which party pays for what
When risk of the goods passes from Seller to Buyer
When delivery occurs
Who is responsible for Insurance
Who is responsible for Export clearance
Who is responsible for Import clearance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 9
7 WHAT THEY DONrsquoT COVER
Does not guarantee ownershiptitle to the goods
Does not include payment terms
Does not include payment methods
Does not replace a contract of sale
Incotermsreg rules
should be
incorporated
into your
Contract of Sale
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 10
8 INSTITUTE CARGO CLAUSES
There is a Marine Insurance obligation only under Incotermsreg rules CIF and CIP
RISKS A Clauses B Clauses C Clauses
Fire or Explosion VesselCraft Being stranded grounded sunk or capsized Overturning or derailment of land conveyance Collision or contact of vessel craft or conveyance with external object
Discharge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison Washing Overboard Entry of sea lake or river water into vessel craft hold conveyance container or place of storage Total loss of any package lost overboard or dropped whilst loading on to or unloading from vessel or craft
General Average and Salvage Charges Pirates Thieves and Non-delivery Rough Handling Contamination
Covered = Not Covered or excluded =
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 11
9 CATEGORIES
Incotermsreg rules 2000 had four categories Incotermsreg 2010 rules has only two categories
Incotermsreg 2010 rules are arranged in two categories as follows
91 Rules for Any Mode of Transport
EXW Ex Works
FCA Free Carrier
CPT Carriage Paid To
CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid
DAT Delivered At Terminal
DAP Delivered At Place
DDP Delivered Duty Paid
92 Rules for Sea and Inland Waterway Transport Only
Not recommended for container shipment
FAS Free Alongside Ship
FOB Free On Board
CFR Cost and Freight
CIF Cost Insurance and Freight
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 12
10 OBLIGATIONS
Obligations Seller Buyer
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances FCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFR
CIF
EXW
Assistance in Export EXW FCACPTCPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCFRCIF
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF EXWFCAFAS
Packing cost EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Loading goods at agreed place FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Loading goods at TerminalPlace CPTCIPDATDAPCIF FCAFAS
Loading cost FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Contract of Insurance Obligation CIPCIF
Provide information to obtain insurance EXWFCACPTDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCIF
Pre main Transport risk FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Main Transport Risk DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPFASFOBCFR
CIF
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPCFR FCAFAS
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXW
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances DDP EXWFCACPT CIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Assistance in Import EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
DDP
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading goods at agreed place DAT EXWCPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading at Buyer DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFAS
FOBCFR
Unloading costs DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Transport cost in Country of Buyer DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Final Delivery Document CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
CIF
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos country then the second
loading is handled by buyer Eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 13
If agreed terminal is not final destination in Buyerrsquos country Buyer is responsible for subsequent transport If
more than one unloading Buyer unloads
Sellerrsquos cost to agreed place if there is a second final destination Buyerrsquos cost
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 14
11 ICC BOOK CATEGORIES
The International Chamber of Commerce has defined the Incoterms 2010reg obligations in the following 10
categories
A The Sellerrsquos obligations B The Buyerrsquos obligations
A1 General obligations of the seller B1 General obligations of the buyer
A2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
B2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
A3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance B3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance
A4 Delivery B4 Taking delivery
A5 Transfer of risks B5 Transfer of risks
A6 Allocation of costs B6 Allocation of costs
A7 Notice to the buyer B7 Notice to the seller
A8 Delivery document B8 Proof of delivery
A9 Checking ndash Packing ndash Marking B9 Inspection of goods
A10 Assistance with information and related costs B10 Assistance with information and related costs
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12 LEGEND
Symbols have been used throughout the book for ease of comprehension
121 Legend for chart
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
AIR
COST
PORT
RAIL
RISK
TERMINAL
ROAD
INSURANCE
PLACE
SEA
SELLERrsquoS NOMINEE
BUYERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
SELLERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS NOMINEE
SELLERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
SELLER
BUYER
122 Legend for remarks
What are the best practices
When usage is not recommended
What to consider
What to include in your negotiations and contracts
What to consider with Insurance
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13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery)
Seller delivers goods cleared for export (if required) to carrier or other party nominated by the Buyer in the
country of Seller
It can be at Sellerrsquos premises or another named place in the Sellerrsquos country
Recommended for Full Container load (FCL) amp Less Than a Container Load (LCL)Consolidation
Can be used for any mode of transport
131 FCA Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Pack and mark as agreed and required
Supply goods and documents as agreed
For FCA sellerrsquos premises Seller must load onto transport provided by Buyer
Deliver goods at agreed place within agreed time when not contracted ldquoat sellerrsquos premisesrdquo
Give Buyer sufficient notice that goods have been delivered to agreed point
Advise Buyer if goods have not been collected as agreed
Clear for export if required
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Give sufficient time for Seller to deliver the goods as agreed
Notify Seller when goods will be collected
Confirm mode of transport
Collect goods as agreed
Clear for import if required
Pay for all transport of goods from named place of delivery agreed with Seller
RISKS Transfer from Seller to Buyer when goods have been delivered to party nominated
by Buyer
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 17
132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 18
133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 19
134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 20
136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 21
138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 22
1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 8: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/8.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 8
6 WHAT THEY DO COVER
Obligations of Sellers and Buyers
Which party pays for what
When risk of the goods passes from Seller to Buyer
When delivery occurs
Who is responsible for Insurance
Who is responsible for Export clearance
Who is responsible for Import clearance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 9
7 WHAT THEY DONrsquoT COVER
Does not guarantee ownershiptitle to the goods
Does not include payment terms
Does not include payment methods
Does not replace a contract of sale
Incotermsreg rules
should be
incorporated
into your
Contract of Sale
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8 INSTITUTE CARGO CLAUSES
There is a Marine Insurance obligation only under Incotermsreg rules CIF and CIP
RISKS A Clauses B Clauses C Clauses
Fire or Explosion VesselCraft Being stranded grounded sunk or capsized Overturning or derailment of land conveyance Collision or contact of vessel craft or conveyance with external object
Discharge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison Washing Overboard Entry of sea lake or river water into vessel craft hold conveyance container or place of storage Total loss of any package lost overboard or dropped whilst loading on to or unloading from vessel or craft
General Average and Salvage Charges Pirates Thieves and Non-delivery Rough Handling Contamination
Covered = Not Covered or excluded =
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9 CATEGORIES
Incotermsreg rules 2000 had four categories Incotermsreg 2010 rules has only two categories
Incotermsreg 2010 rules are arranged in two categories as follows
91 Rules for Any Mode of Transport
EXW Ex Works
FCA Free Carrier
CPT Carriage Paid To
CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid
DAT Delivered At Terminal
DAP Delivered At Place
DDP Delivered Duty Paid
92 Rules for Sea and Inland Waterway Transport Only
Not recommended for container shipment
FAS Free Alongside Ship
FOB Free On Board
CFR Cost and Freight
CIF Cost Insurance and Freight
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10 OBLIGATIONS
Obligations Seller Buyer
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances FCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFR
CIF
EXW
Assistance in Export EXW FCACPTCPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCFRCIF
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF EXWFCAFAS
Packing cost EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Loading goods at agreed place FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Loading goods at TerminalPlace CPTCIPDATDAPCIF FCAFAS
Loading cost FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Contract of Insurance Obligation CIPCIF
Provide information to obtain insurance EXWFCACPTDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCIF
Pre main Transport risk FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Main Transport Risk DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPFASFOBCFR
CIF
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPCFR FCAFAS
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXW
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances DDP EXWFCACPT CIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Assistance in Import EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
DDP
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading goods at agreed place DAT EXWCPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading at Buyer DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFAS
FOBCFR
Unloading costs DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Transport cost in Country of Buyer DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Final Delivery Document CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
CIF
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos country then the second
loading is handled by buyer Eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
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If agreed terminal is not final destination in Buyerrsquos country Buyer is responsible for subsequent transport If
more than one unloading Buyer unloads
Sellerrsquos cost to agreed place if there is a second final destination Buyerrsquos cost
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11 ICC BOOK CATEGORIES
The International Chamber of Commerce has defined the Incoterms 2010reg obligations in the following 10
categories
A The Sellerrsquos obligations B The Buyerrsquos obligations
A1 General obligations of the seller B1 General obligations of the buyer
A2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
B2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
A3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance B3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance
A4 Delivery B4 Taking delivery
A5 Transfer of risks B5 Transfer of risks
A6 Allocation of costs B6 Allocation of costs
A7 Notice to the buyer B7 Notice to the seller
A8 Delivery document B8 Proof of delivery
A9 Checking ndash Packing ndash Marking B9 Inspection of goods
A10 Assistance with information and related costs B10 Assistance with information and related costs
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12 LEGEND
Symbols have been used throughout the book for ease of comprehension
121 Legend for chart
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
AIR
COST
PORT
RAIL
RISK
TERMINAL
ROAD
INSURANCE
PLACE
SEA
SELLERrsquoS NOMINEE
BUYERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
SELLERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS NOMINEE
SELLERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
SELLER
BUYER
122 Legend for remarks
What are the best practices
When usage is not recommended
What to consider
What to include in your negotiations and contracts
What to consider with Insurance
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13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery)
Seller delivers goods cleared for export (if required) to carrier or other party nominated by the Buyer in the
country of Seller
It can be at Sellerrsquos premises or another named place in the Sellerrsquos country
Recommended for Full Container load (FCL) amp Less Than a Container Load (LCL)Consolidation
Can be used for any mode of transport
131 FCA Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Pack and mark as agreed and required
Supply goods and documents as agreed
For FCA sellerrsquos premises Seller must load onto transport provided by Buyer
Deliver goods at agreed place within agreed time when not contracted ldquoat sellerrsquos premisesrdquo
Give Buyer sufficient notice that goods have been delivered to agreed point
Advise Buyer if goods have not been collected as agreed
Clear for export if required
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Give sufficient time for Seller to deliver the goods as agreed
Notify Seller when goods will be collected
Confirm mode of transport
Collect goods as agreed
Clear for import if required
Pay for all transport of goods from named place of delivery agreed with Seller
RISKS Transfer from Seller to Buyer when goods have been delivered to party nominated
by Buyer
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132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
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133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
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134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
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136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
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138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
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1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
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14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
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142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
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143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
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144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
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15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
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16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
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7 WHAT THEY DONrsquoT COVER
Does not guarantee ownershiptitle to the goods
Does not include payment terms
Does not include payment methods
Does not replace a contract of sale
Incotermsreg rules
should be
incorporated
into your
Contract of Sale
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 10
8 INSTITUTE CARGO CLAUSES
There is a Marine Insurance obligation only under Incotermsreg rules CIF and CIP
RISKS A Clauses B Clauses C Clauses
Fire or Explosion VesselCraft Being stranded grounded sunk or capsized Overturning or derailment of land conveyance Collision or contact of vessel craft or conveyance with external object
Discharge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison Washing Overboard Entry of sea lake or river water into vessel craft hold conveyance container or place of storage Total loss of any package lost overboard or dropped whilst loading on to or unloading from vessel or craft
General Average and Salvage Charges Pirates Thieves and Non-delivery Rough Handling Contamination
Covered = Not Covered or excluded =
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9 CATEGORIES
Incotermsreg rules 2000 had four categories Incotermsreg 2010 rules has only two categories
Incotermsreg 2010 rules are arranged in two categories as follows
91 Rules for Any Mode of Transport
EXW Ex Works
FCA Free Carrier
CPT Carriage Paid To
CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid
DAT Delivered At Terminal
DAP Delivered At Place
DDP Delivered Duty Paid
92 Rules for Sea and Inland Waterway Transport Only
Not recommended for container shipment
FAS Free Alongside Ship
FOB Free On Board
CFR Cost and Freight
CIF Cost Insurance and Freight
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10 OBLIGATIONS
Obligations Seller Buyer
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances FCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFR
CIF
EXW
Assistance in Export EXW FCACPTCPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCFRCIF
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF EXWFCAFAS
Packing cost EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Loading goods at agreed place FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Loading goods at TerminalPlace CPTCIPDATDAPCIF FCAFAS
Loading cost FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Contract of Insurance Obligation CIPCIF
Provide information to obtain insurance EXWFCACPTDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCIF
Pre main Transport risk FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Main Transport Risk DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPFASFOBCFR
CIF
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPCFR FCAFAS
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXW
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances DDP EXWFCACPT CIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Assistance in Import EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
DDP
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading goods at agreed place DAT EXWCPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading at Buyer DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFAS
FOBCFR
Unloading costs DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Transport cost in Country of Buyer DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Final Delivery Document CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
CIF
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos country then the second
loading is handled by buyer Eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 13
If agreed terminal is not final destination in Buyerrsquos country Buyer is responsible for subsequent transport If
more than one unloading Buyer unloads
Sellerrsquos cost to agreed place if there is a second final destination Buyerrsquos cost
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 14
11 ICC BOOK CATEGORIES
The International Chamber of Commerce has defined the Incoterms 2010reg obligations in the following 10
categories
A The Sellerrsquos obligations B The Buyerrsquos obligations
A1 General obligations of the seller B1 General obligations of the buyer
A2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
B2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
A3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance B3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance
A4 Delivery B4 Taking delivery
A5 Transfer of risks B5 Transfer of risks
A6 Allocation of costs B6 Allocation of costs
A7 Notice to the buyer B7 Notice to the seller
A8 Delivery document B8 Proof of delivery
A9 Checking ndash Packing ndash Marking B9 Inspection of goods
A10 Assistance with information and related costs B10 Assistance with information and related costs
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12 LEGEND
Symbols have been used throughout the book for ease of comprehension
121 Legend for chart
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
AIR
COST
PORT
RAIL
RISK
TERMINAL
ROAD
INSURANCE
PLACE
SEA
SELLERrsquoS NOMINEE
BUYERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
SELLERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS NOMINEE
SELLERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
SELLER
BUYER
122 Legend for remarks
What are the best practices
When usage is not recommended
What to consider
What to include in your negotiations and contracts
What to consider with Insurance
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13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery)
Seller delivers goods cleared for export (if required) to carrier or other party nominated by the Buyer in the
country of Seller
It can be at Sellerrsquos premises or another named place in the Sellerrsquos country
Recommended for Full Container load (FCL) amp Less Than a Container Load (LCL)Consolidation
Can be used for any mode of transport
131 FCA Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Pack and mark as agreed and required
Supply goods and documents as agreed
For FCA sellerrsquos premises Seller must load onto transport provided by Buyer
Deliver goods at agreed place within agreed time when not contracted ldquoat sellerrsquos premisesrdquo
Give Buyer sufficient notice that goods have been delivered to agreed point
Advise Buyer if goods have not been collected as agreed
Clear for export if required
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Give sufficient time for Seller to deliver the goods as agreed
Notify Seller when goods will be collected
Confirm mode of transport
Collect goods as agreed
Clear for import if required
Pay for all transport of goods from named place of delivery agreed with Seller
RISKS Transfer from Seller to Buyer when goods have been delivered to party nominated
by Buyer
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132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 18
133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 19
134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 20
136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
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138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
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1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
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14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
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142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
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143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
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15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 10: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/10.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 10
8 INSTITUTE CARGO CLAUSES
There is a Marine Insurance obligation only under Incotermsreg rules CIF and CIP
RISKS A Clauses B Clauses C Clauses
Fire or Explosion VesselCraft Being stranded grounded sunk or capsized Overturning or derailment of land conveyance Collision or contact of vessel craft or conveyance with external object
Discharge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison Washing Overboard Entry of sea lake or river water into vessel craft hold conveyance container or place of storage Total loss of any package lost overboard or dropped whilst loading on to or unloading from vessel or craft
General Average and Salvage Charges Pirates Thieves and Non-delivery Rough Handling Contamination
Covered = Not Covered or excluded =
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9 CATEGORIES
Incotermsreg rules 2000 had four categories Incotermsreg 2010 rules has only two categories
Incotermsreg 2010 rules are arranged in two categories as follows
91 Rules for Any Mode of Transport
EXW Ex Works
FCA Free Carrier
CPT Carriage Paid To
CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid
DAT Delivered At Terminal
DAP Delivered At Place
DDP Delivered Duty Paid
92 Rules for Sea and Inland Waterway Transport Only
Not recommended for container shipment
FAS Free Alongside Ship
FOB Free On Board
CFR Cost and Freight
CIF Cost Insurance and Freight
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10 OBLIGATIONS
Obligations Seller Buyer
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances FCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFR
CIF
EXW
Assistance in Export EXW FCACPTCPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCFRCIF
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF EXWFCAFAS
Packing cost EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Loading goods at agreed place FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Loading goods at TerminalPlace CPTCIPDATDAPCIF FCAFAS
Loading cost FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Contract of Insurance Obligation CIPCIF
Provide information to obtain insurance EXWFCACPTDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCIF
Pre main Transport risk FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Main Transport Risk DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPFASFOBCFR
CIF
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPCFR FCAFAS
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXW
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances DDP EXWFCACPT CIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Assistance in Import EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
DDP
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading goods at agreed place DAT EXWCPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading at Buyer DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFAS
FOBCFR
Unloading costs DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Transport cost in Country of Buyer DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Final Delivery Document CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
CIF
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos country then the second
loading is handled by buyer Eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 13
If agreed terminal is not final destination in Buyerrsquos country Buyer is responsible for subsequent transport If
more than one unloading Buyer unloads
Sellerrsquos cost to agreed place if there is a second final destination Buyerrsquos cost
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 14
11 ICC BOOK CATEGORIES
The International Chamber of Commerce has defined the Incoterms 2010reg obligations in the following 10
categories
A The Sellerrsquos obligations B The Buyerrsquos obligations
A1 General obligations of the seller B1 General obligations of the buyer
A2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
B2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
A3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance B3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance
A4 Delivery B4 Taking delivery
A5 Transfer of risks B5 Transfer of risks
A6 Allocation of costs B6 Allocation of costs
A7 Notice to the buyer B7 Notice to the seller
A8 Delivery document B8 Proof of delivery
A9 Checking ndash Packing ndash Marking B9 Inspection of goods
A10 Assistance with information and related costs B10 Assistance with information and related costs
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12 LEGEND
Symbols have been used throughout the book for ease of comprehension
121 Legend for chart
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
AIR
COST
PORT
RAIL
RISK
TERMINAL
ROAD
INSURANCE
PLACE
SEA
SELLERrsquoS NOMINEE
BUYERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
SELLERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS NOMINEE
SELLERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
SELLER
BUYER
122 Legend for remarks
What are the best practices
When usage is not recommended
What to consider
What to include in your negotiations and contracts
What to consider with Insurance
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13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery)
Seller delivers goods cleared for export (if required) to carrier or other party nominated by the Buyer in the
country of Seller
It can be at Sellerrsquos premises or another named place in the Sellerrsquos country
Recommended for Full Container load (FCL) amp Less Than a Container Load (LCL)Consolidation
Can be used for any mode of transport
131 FCA Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Pack and mark as agreed and required
Supply goods and documents as agreed
For FCA sellerrsquos premises Seller must load onto transport provided by Buyer
Deliver goods at agreed place within agreed time when not contracted ldquoat sellerrsquos premisesrdquo
Give Buyer sufficient notice that goods have been delivered to agreed point
Advise Buyer if goods have not been collected as agreed
Clear for export if required
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Give sufficient time for Seller to deliver the goods as agreed
Notify Seller when goods will be collected
Confirm mode of transport
Collect goods as agreed
Clear for import if required
Pay for all transport of goods from named place of delivery agreed with Seller
RISKS Transfer from Seller to Buyer when goods have been delivered to party nominated
by Buyer
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132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 18
133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 19
134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 20
136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 21
138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 22
1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 11: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/11.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 11
9 CATEGORIES
Incotermsreg rules 2000 had four categories Incotermsreg 2010 rules has only two categories
Incotermsreg 2010 rules are arranged in two categories as follows
91 Rules for Any Mode of Transport
EXW Ex Works
FCA Free Carrier
CPT Carriage Paid To
CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid
DAT Delivered At Terminal
DAP Delivered At Place
DDP Delivered Duty Paid
92 Rules for Sea and Inland Waterway Transport Only
Not recommended for container shipment
FAS Free Alongside Ship
FOB Free On Board
CFR Cost and Freight
CIF Cost Insurance and Freight
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 12
10 OBLIGATIONS
Obligations Seller Buyer
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances FCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFR
CIF
EXW
Assistance in Export EXW FCACPTCPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCFRCIF
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF EXWFCAFAS
Packing cost EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Loading goods at agreed place FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Loading goods at TerminalPlace CPTCIPDATDAPCIF FCAFAS
Loading cost FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Contract of Insurance Obligation CIPCIF
Provide information to obtain insurance EXWFCACPTDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCIF
Pre main Transport risk FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Main Transport Risk DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPFASFOBCFR
CIF
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPCFR FCAFAS
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXW
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances DDP EXWFCACPT CIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Assistance in Import EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
DDP
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading goods at agreed place DAT EXWCPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading at Buyer DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFAS
FOBCFR
Unloading costs DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Transport cost in Country of Buyer DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Final Delivery Document CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
CIF
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos country then the second
loading is handled by buyer Eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 13
If agreed terminal is not final destination in Buyerrsquos country Buyer is responsible for subsequent transport If
more than one unloading Buyer unloads
Sellerrsquos cost to agreed place if there is a second final destination Buyerrsquos cost
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 14
11 ICC BOOK CATEGORIES
The International Chamber of Commerce has defined the Incoterms 2010reg obligations in the following 10
categories
A The Sellerrsquos obligations B The Buyerrsquos obligations
A1 General obligations of the seller B1 General obligations of the buyer
A2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
B2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
A3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance B3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance
A4 Delivery B4 Taking delivery
A5 Transfer of risks B5 Transfer of risks
A6 Allocation of costs B6 Allocation of costs
A7 Notice to the buyer B7 Notice to the seller
A8 Delivery document B8 Proof of delivery
A9 Checking ndash Packing ndash Marking B9 Inspection of goods
A10 Assistance with information and related costs B10 Assistance with information and related costs
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 15
12 LEGEND
Symbols have been used throughout the book for ease of comprehension
121 Legend for chart
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
AIR
COST
PORT
RAIL
RISK
TERMINAL
ROAD
INSURANCE
PLACE
SEA
SELLERrsquoS NOMINEE
BUYERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
SELLERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS NOMINEE
SELLERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
SELLER
BUYER
122 Legend for remarks
What are the best practices
When usage is not recommended
What to consider
What to include in your negotiations and contracts
What to consider with Insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 16
13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery)
Seller delivers goods cleared for export (if required) to carrier or other party nominated by the Buyer in the
country of Seller
It can be at Sellerrsquos premises or another named place in the Sellerrsquos country
Recommended for Full Container load (FCL) amp Less Than a Container Load (LCL)Consolidation
Can be used for any mode of transport
131 FCA Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Pack and mark as agreed and required
Supply goods and documents as agreed
For FCA sellerrsquos premises Seller must load onto transport provided by Buyer
Deliver goods at agreed place within agreed time when not contracted ldquoat sellerrsquos premisesrdquo
Give Buyer sufficient notice that goods have been delivered to agreed point
Advise Buyer if goods have not been collected as agreed
Clear for export if required
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Give sufficient time for Seller to deliver the goods as agreed
Notify Seller when goods will be collected
Confirm mode of transport
Collect goods as agreed
Clear for import if required
Pay for all transport of goods from named place of delivery agreed with Seller
RISKS Transfer from Seller to Buyer when goods have been delivered to party nominated
by Buyer
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 17
132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 18
133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 19
134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 20
136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 21
138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 22
1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 12: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/12.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 12
10 OBLIGATIONS
Obligations Seller Buyer
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances FCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFR
CIF
EXW
Assistance in Export EXW FCACPTCPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCFRCIF
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF EXWFCAFAS
Packing cost EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Loading goods at agreed place FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Loading goods at TerminalPlace CPTCIPDATDAPCIF FCAFAS
Loading cost FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCAFAS
Contract of Insurance Obligation CIPCIF
Provide information to obtain insurance EXWFCACPTDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPDDP
FASFOBCIF
Pre main Transport risk FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXWFCA
Main Transport Risk DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPFASFOBCFR
CIF
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country CPTCIPDATDAPDDPCFR FCAFAS
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs FCACPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
EXW
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances DDP EXWFCACPT CIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Assistance in Import EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
DDP
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading goods at agreed place DAT EXWCPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Unloading at Buyer DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFAS
FOBCFR
Unloading costs DAT EXWFCACPTCIPDAPDDPFASFOBCFRCIF
Transport cost in Country of Buyer DATDAPDDP EXWFCACPTCIPDATDAPFASFOBCFRCIF
Final Delivery Document CPTCIPDATDAPDDPFASFOBCFR
CIF
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos country then the second
loading is handled by buyer Eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 13
If agreed terminal is not final destination in Buyerrsquos country Buyer is responsible for subsequent transport If
more than one unloading Buyer unloads
Sellerrsquos cost to agreed place if there is a second final destination Buyerrsquos cost
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 14
11 ICC BOOK CATEGORIES
The International Chamber of Commerce has defined the Incoterms 2010reg obligations in the following 10
categories
A The Sellerrsquos obligations B The Buyerrsquos obligations
A1 General obligations of the seller B1 General obligations of the buyer
A2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
B2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
A3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance B3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance
A4 Delivery B4 Taking delivery
A5 Transfer of risks B5 Transfer of risks
A6 Allocation of costs B6 Allocation of costs
A7 Notice to the buyer B7 Notice to the seller
A8 Delivery document B8 Proof of delivery
A9 Checking ndash Packing ndash Marking B9 Inspection of goods
A10 Assistance with information and related costs B10 Assistance with information and related costs
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 15
12 LEGEND
Symbols have been used throughout the book for ease of comprehension
121 Legend for chart
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
AIR
COST
PORT
RAIL
RISK
TERMINAL
ROAD
INSURANCE
PLACE
SEA
SELLERrsquoS NOMINEE
BUYERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
SELLERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS NOMINEE
SELLERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
SELLER
BUYER
122 Legend for remarks
What are the best practices
When usage is not recommended
What to consider
What to include in your negotiations and contracts
What to consider with Insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 16
13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery)
Seller delivers goods cleared for export (if required) to carrier or other party nominated by the Buyer in the
country of Seller
It can be at Sellerrsquos premises or another named place in the Sellerrsquos country
Recommended for Full Container load (FCL) amp Less Than a Container Load (LCL)Consolidation
Can be used for any mode of transport
131 FCA Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Pack and mark as agreed and required
Supply goods and documents as agreed
For FCA sellerrsquos premises Seller must load onto transport provided by Buyer
Deliver goods at agreed place within agreed time when not contracted ldquoat sellerrsquos premisesrdquo
Give Buyer sufficient notice that goods have been delivered to agreed point
Advise Buyer if goods have not been collected as agreed
Clear for export if required
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Give sufficient time for Seller to deliver the goods as agreed
Notify Seller when goods will be collected
Confirm mode of transport
Collect goods as agreed
Clear for import if required
Pay for all transport of goods from named place of delivery agreed with Seller
RISKS Transfer from Seller to Buyer when goods have been delivered to party nominated
by Buyer
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 17
132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 18
133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 19
134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 20
136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 21
138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 22
1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 13: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/13.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 13
If agreed terminal is not final destination in Buyerrsquos country Buyer is responsible for subsequent transport If
more than one unloading Buyer unloads
Sellerrsquos cost to agreed place if there is a second final destination Buyerrsquos cost
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 14
11 ICC BOOK CATEGORIES
The International Chamber of Commerce has defined the Incoterms 2010reg obligations in the following 10
categories
A The Sellerrsquos obligations B The Buyerrsquos obligations
A1 General obligations of the seller B1 General obligations of the buyer
A2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
B2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
A3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance B3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance
A4 Delivery B4 Taking delivery
A5 Transfer of risks B5 Transfer of risks
A6 Allocation of costs B6 Allocation of costs
A7 Notice to the buyer B7 Notice to the seller
A8 Delivery document B8 Proof of delivery
A9 Checking ndash Packing ndash Marking B9 Inspection of goods
A10 Assistance with information and related costs B10 Assistance with information and related costs
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 15
12 LEGEND
Symbols have been used throughout the book for ease of comprehension
121 Legend for chart
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
AIR
COST
PORT
RAIL
RISK
TERMINAL
ROAD
INSURANCE
PLACE
SEA
SELLERrsquoS NOMINEE
BUYERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
SELLERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS NOMINEE
SELLERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
SELLER
BUYER
122 Legend for remarks
What are the best practices
When usage is not recommended
What to consider
What to include in your negotiations and contracts
What to consider with Insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 16
13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery)
Seller delivers goods cleared for export (if required) to carrier or other party nominated by the Buyer in the
country of Seller
It can be at Sellerrsquos premises or another named place in the Sellerrsquos country
Recommended for Full Container load (FCL) amp Less Than a Container Load (LCL)Consolidation
Can be used for any mode of transport
131 FCA Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Pack and mark as agreed and required
Supply goods and documents as agreed
For FCA sellerrsquos premises Seller must load onto transport provided by Buyer
Deliver goods at agreed place within agreed time when not contracted ldquoat sellerrsquos premisesrdquo
Give Buyer sufficient notice that goods have been delivered to agreed point
Advise Buyer if goods have not been collected as agreed
Clear for export if required
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Give sufficient time for Seller to deliver the goods as agreed
Notify Seller when goods will be collected
Confirm mode of transport
Collect goods as agreed
Clear for import if required
Pay for all transport of goods from named place of delivery agreed with Seller
RISKS Transfer from Seller to Buyer when goods have been delivered to party nominated
by Buyer
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 17
132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 18
133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 19
134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 20
136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 21
138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 22
1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 14: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/14.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 14
11 ICC BOOK CATEGORIES
The International Chamber of Commerce has defined the Incoterms 2010reg obligations in the following 10
categories
A The Sellerrsquos obligations B The Buyerrsquos obligations
A1 General obligations of the seller B1 General obligations of the buyer
A2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
B2 Licences authorizations security clearances and other formalities
A3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance B3 Contracts of carriage and Insurance
A4 Delivery B4 Taking delivery
A5 Transfer of risks B5 Transfer of risks
A6 Allocation of costs B6 Allocation of costs
A7 Notice to the buyer B7 Notice to the seller
A8 Delivery document B8 Proof of delivery
A9 Checking ndash Packing ndash Marking B9 Inspection of goods
A10 Assistance with information and related costs B10 Assistance with information and related costs
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 15
12 LEGEND
Symbols have been used throughout the book for ease of comprehension
121 Legend for chart
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
AIR
COST
PORT
RAIL
RISK
TERMINAL
ROAD
INSURANCE
PLACE
SEA
SELLERrsquoS NOMINEE
BUYERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
SELLERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS NOMINEE
SELLERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
SELLER
BUYER
122 Legend for remarks
What are the best practices
When usage is not recommended
What to consider
What to include in your negotiations and contracts
What to consider with Insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 16
13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery)
Seller delivers goods cleared for export (if required) to carrier or other party nominated by the Buyer in the
country of Seller
It can be at Sellerrsquos premises or another named place in the Sellerrsquos country
Recommended for Full Container load (FCL) amp Less Than a Container Load (LCL)Consolidation
Can be used for any mode of transport
131 FCA Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Pack and mark as agreed and required
Supply goods and documents as agreed
For FCA sellerrsquos premises Seller must load onto transport provided by Buyer
Deliver goods at agreed place within agreed time when not contracted ldquoat sellerrsquos premisesrdquo
Give Buyer sufficient notice that goods have been delivered to agreed point
Advise Buyer if goods have not been collected as agreed
Clear for export if required
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Give sufficient time for Seller to deliver the goods as agreed
Notify Seller when goods will be collected
Confirm mode of transport
Collect goods as agreed
Clear for import if required
Pay for all transport of goods from named place of delivery agreed with Seller
RISKS Transfer from Seller to Buyer when goods have been delivered to party nominated
by Buyer
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 17
132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 18
133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 19
134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 20
136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 21
138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 22
1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 15: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/15.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 15
12 LEGEND
Symbols have been used throughout the book for ease of comprehension
121 Legend for chart
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
SYMBOL MEANING
AIR
COST
PORT
RAIL
RISK
TERMINAL
ROAD
INSURANCE
PLACE
SEA
SELLERrsquoS NOMINEE
BUYERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
SELLERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS NOMINEE
SELLERrsquoS BORDER
OBLIGATIONS
BUYERrsquoS LOGISTICS
OBLIGATIONS
SELLER
BUYER
122 Legend for remarks
What are the best practices
When usage is not recommended
What to consider
What to include in your negotiations and contracts
What to consider with Insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 16
13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery)
Seller delivers goods cleared for export (if required) to carrier or other party nominated by the Buyer in the
country of Seller
It can be at Sellerrsquos premises or another named place in the Sellerrsquos country
Recommended for Full Container load (FCL) amp Less Than a Container Load (LCL)Consolidation
Can be used for any mode of transport
131 FCA Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Pack and mark as agreed and required
Supply goods and documents as agreed
For FCA sellerrsquos premises Seller must load onto transport provided by Buyer
Deliver goods at agreed place within agreed time when not contracted ldquoat sellerrsquos premisesrdquo
Give Buyer sufficient notice that goods have been delivered to agreed point
Advise Buyer if goods have not been collected as agreed
Clear for export if required
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Give sufficient time for Seller to deliver the goods as agreed
Notify Seller when goods will be collected
Confirm mode of transport
Collect goods as agreed
Clear for import if required
Pay for all transport of goods from named place of delivery agreed with Seller
RISKS Transfer from Seller to Buyer when goods have been delivered to party nominated
by Buyer
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 17
132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 18
133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 19
134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 20
136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 21
138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 22
1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 16: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/16.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 16
13 FREE CARRIER- FCA (named place of delivery)
Seller delivers goods cleared for export (if required) to carrier or other party nominated by the Buyer in the
country of Seller
It can be at Sellerrsquos premises or another named place in the Sellerrsquos country
Recommended for Full Container load (FCL) amp Less Than a Container Load (LCL)Consolidation
Can be used for any mode of transport
131 FCA Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Pack and mark as agreed and required
Supply goods and documents as agreed
For FCA sellerrsquos premises Seller must load onto transport provided by Buyer
Deliver goods at agreed place within agreed time when not contracted ldquoat sellerrsquos premisesrdquo
Give Buyer sufficient notice that goods have been delivered to agreed point
Advise Buyer if goods have not been collected as agreed
Clear for export if required
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Give sufficient time for Seller to deliver the goods as agreed
Notify Seller when goods will be collected
Confirm mode of transport
Collect goods as agreed
Clear for import if required
Pay for all transport of goods from named place of delivery agreed with Seller
RISKS Transfer from Seller to Buyer when goods have been delivered to party nominated
by Buyer
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 17
132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 18
133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 19
134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 20
136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 21
138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 22
1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 17: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/17.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 17
132 FCA Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
First transport is handled by Seller but if there are more than one transport in Sellerrsquos Country then the second
loading is handled by Buyer eg FCA Sellerrsquos premises or FCA consolidator or Port
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 18
133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 19
134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 20
136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 21
138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 22
1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 18: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/18.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 18
133 FCA Remarks
Delivery place can be any place point or Port where the goods are being collected
To be used instead of Ex Works when Seller has to provide equipment for loading
Very flexible and versatile term
Appropriate when Seller wants to only handle logistics in Sellerrsquos Country
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit Buyer organises the main carriage therefore
Seller risks non compliance to LC in regards to shipment date
Equivalent charges to FOB
FCA ndash Portairport +including all origin charges to load on board
Specify if any which party insures the goods
Specify precise point of delivery and taking delivery
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
Consider warehouse insurance
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 19
134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 20
136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 21
138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 22
1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 19: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/19.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 19
134 FCA Case Study 1
Scenario Manufacturer of Teddy Bears with own loading facilities and staff in San Francisco USA sells to a toy retailer in New York USA Terms of Sale FCA Teddy Inc 191 Hill Street San Francisco USA Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Rail Type of Trade Domestic Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Domestic tax issues only Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises San Francisco Sellerrsquos Costs All costs until loaded on board Buyerrsquos truck San Francisco Buyerrsquos Risk From when loaded on board truck at Sellerrsquos premises Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of road transport from Sellerrsquos premises to Rail loading onto train and all main carriage and subsequent transport costs including unloading costs to Buyerrsquos premises
135 FCA Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 20
136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 21
138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 22
1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 20: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/20.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 20
136 FCA Case Study 2
Scenario Publisher of books in Paris France sells a LCL container shipment of 5 pallets 5M3 measurement to a wholesale book warehouse in Montreal Canada Terms of Sale FCA Le Havre Packing Depot 35 Rue De LrsquoAmour Le Havre France Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at LCL packing depot Le Havre Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos packing depot packing goods into consolidation container loading onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
137 FCA Chart 2
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 21
138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 22
1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 21: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/21.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 21
138 FCA Case Study 3
Scenario Grower of bananas in Philippines packs FCL refrigerated container for sale to Hong Kong fruit wholesaler Terms of Sale FCA No 3 Container Terminal Manila Philippines Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (container vessel) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal (not unloaded) Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos FCL container terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading container from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos terminal loading container onto vessel and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
139 FCA Chart 3
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 22
1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 22: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/22.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 22
1310 FCA Case Study 4
Scenario Swedish fishing company sells fresh seafood to a hotel in London UK by air freight Terms of Sale FCA ScanFresh Carriers Unit B Air Cargo Terminal Stockholm Airport Sweden Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Air Type of Trade International ndash Free Trade Block (EU) Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery to Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt and unloading Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal Buyerrsquos Costs Cost of unloading goods from Sellerrsquos truck at Sellerrsquos air cargo terminal loading cargo onto aircraft and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos premises
1311 FCA Chart 4
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 23: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/23.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 23
14 FREE ON BOARD ndash FOB (Named Port of Shipment)
Seller delivers on board the vessel chosen by Buyer at an agreed port of shipment
To be used only for sea and inland waterway transport
Not advisable for container shipments (because with containers goods are handed over to carrier before being
loaded)
141 FOB Responsibilities
RESPONSIBILITY
OF SELLER Deliver goods on board vessel nominated by Buyer or procure goods already
delivered for shipment (commodity trade)
Deliver goods within the agreed dates
Notify Buyer of delivery on board vessel
Export clearance
Bear cost of risks up to delivery in the vessel
RESPONSIBILITY
OF BUYER Arrange vessel and dates of shipment
Pay for main carriage
Advise Seller of vessel details with enough notice
Import clearance
RISKS Risks transferred from the Seller to the Buyer when the goods are on board the
vessel
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 24: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/24.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 24
142 FOB Checklist
Obligations Seller Buyer
Provide Commercial Documents
Export Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Export
Contract of Pre main-carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Contract of Main Carriage in Sellerrsquos Country
Packing ndash Marking
Packing cost
Loading goods at agreed place
Loading goods at TerminalPlace
Loading cost
Contract of Insurance Obligation
Provide information to obtain insurance
Pre main Transport risk
Main Transport risk
Unloading at Terminal Place at Sellerrsquos country
Export Duties Taxes and Customs formality costs
Import Licenses Authorizations Security Clearances amp other formalities
Assistance in Import
Contract of Carriage in Buyerrsquos Country
Unloading goods at agreed place
Unloading at Buyer
Unloading costs
Taking delivery
Transport cost in Country of Buyer
Final Delivery Document
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 25: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/25.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 25
143 FOB Remarks
If using containers FCA is more appropriate
Ideal for Break and bulk shipments as cargo is loaded directly onto the ship
If goods get damaged before being loaded on board the vessel Seller is responsible
If goods are lost at sea Buyer is responsible
FOB Not to be used for roadrailair transport FCA more appropriate
Risk for Seller in using letter of credit As Buyer organises the main carriage Seller
risks non compliance to LC (Letter of Credit) in regards to shipment date
Not recommended for containers as Seller delivers the goods to port but has NO
control to load onto vessel
Can be used for multiple sales down a chain and in ldquostring salesrdquo ndash Common in
Commodity Trading
Agree on which party if any arranges marine insurance
Both parties have an obligation to provide information to enable other party to
arrange marine insurance
Consider covering pre and post shipment risk
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 26: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/26.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 26
144 FOB Case Study 1
Scenario A wheat export trading company has regular bulk shipments to Kuwait Goods are loaded at grain terminal onto bulk carriers at the Port of Geraldton WA Australia Terms of Sale FOB Wheat Terminal Geraldton WA Australia Mode of Transport For Main Carriage Sea (Bulk Carrier) Type of Trade International Insurance Obligations Nil for Buyer and Seller If agreed specify in contract of sale which party insures the
goods
Export Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Seller Import Country Obligations including Duties and Taxes Buyer Sellerrsquos Risk Up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Sellerrsquos Costs All costs up to delivery on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country Buyerrsquos Risk From receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos country Buyerrsquos Costs Cost from receipt of wheat on board vessel in Sellerrsquos Country and all subsequent costs to Buyerrsquos
premises
145 FOB Chart 1
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 27: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/27.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 27
15 IN CONCLUSION
When choosing an Incotermsreg rule remember
That the Incotermsreg rules are not the main contract
To state the Incotermsreg rule in your sales contract
To analyse your costing in relation to the Incotermsreg rule you are using
To look at your method of payment in conjunction with your choice of Incotermsreg rules
To make sure your logistics chain has been catered for
To make sure you understand the Country regulations
To make sure you have considered Tax issues
To be aware of licences obligations
To make sure the rules can be legally used in both Countries of trade
To discuss your transport Insurance
To consider your liability Insurance
To consider the Incotermsreg rules according to your mode of transport
To ensure your staff understands the Incotermsreg rules
To purchase the ICC Incotermsreg 2010 rules book (ICC publication no 715)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
corinnecampbellxdoccomau wwwxdoccomau wwwxdoccomauforum
161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
Roland Killick for tireless technical support and editing
Various International Departments of Banks Freight Forwarders and service providers for their invaluable insight
Adam Ruspandini of Hills Media amp Design (wwwHillsmediacomau) for designing our unique remarks buttons
![Page 28: FOB / FCA V1xdoc.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/FOB-FCA.pdfDischarge of cargo at a port of distress Earthquake, Volcanic eruption or lightning General Average Sacrifice Jettison](https://reader030.vdocuments.us/reader030/viewer/2022040212/5e8afb2a51467c2c2e45d3ad/html5/thumbnails/28.jpg)
FOB FCA V1 copy2013 Page | 28
16 AUTHORSrsquo CONTACT DETAILS
Details of the publishers of IMPORTEXPORTMADEEASYCOM
Corinne Campbell Founder Email Web Forum
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161 Authorrsquos acknowledgments
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