The Ocean Bill of Lading is a fundamental document in international maritime trade, required whenever goods are transported by sea. It serves three essential functions: acknowledging receipt of cargo, evidencing the contract of carriage, and serving as a document of title. Under U.S. jurisdiction, particularly COGSA and the Federal Bills of Lading Act, this document provides legal protection for all parties involved in the shipping transaction, establishing their rights, obligations, and liabilities. The Ocean Bill of Lading must include specific information about the goods, parties involved, vessel, and journey details, while complying with both domestic and international maritime regulations.
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1. Bill of Lading Number and Tracking Information: Unique identifier and tracking details for the shipment, including bill of lading number, booking reference, and other tracking codes
2. Shipper Details: Complete name, address, and contact information of the party shipping the goods (exporter/seller)
3. Consignee Details: Complete name, address, and contact information of the party receiving the goods (importer/buyer)
4. Notify Party: Details of the party to be notified upon arrival of goods, including full contact information
5. Vessel and Voyage Information: Name of vessel, voyage number, carrier details, and estimated departure/arrival dates
6. Port Information: Port of loading, port of discharge, and any transshipment ports with relevant dates
7. Cargo Description: Detailed description of goods including quantity, weight, measurements, packaging details, and marks/numbers
8. Terms and Conditions: Standard terms governing the carriage contract including liability limitations, claims procedures, and applicable law
1. Special Instructions: Section for specific handling or delivery instructions, used when cargo requires special handling arrangements
2. Dangerous Goods Declaration: Detailed declaration of hazardous materials including UN numbers, class, and handling requirements
3. Temperature Requirements: Temperature control specifications and monitoring requirements for temperature-sensitive cargo
4. Letter of Credit Information: Banking and letter of credit details when payment is made through documentary credit
1. Container List: Detailed list of containers including container numbers, seal numbers, and contents
2. Packing List: Itemized list of package contents with detailed descriptions and quantities
3. Weight Certificate: Official cargo weight verification certificate as required by SOLAS regulations
4. Customs Documentation: Required customs forms, certificates of origin, and other relevant customs documentation
Relevant legal definitions
Carrier
Shipper
Consignee
Notify Party
Merchant
Vessel
Goods
Package
Container
Combined Transport
Port-to-Port Transport
Port of Loading
Port of Discharge
Place of Delivery
Place of Receipt
Freight
Charges
SDR (Special Drawing Rights)
Clean Bill of Lading
Claused Bill of Lading
Force Majeure
General Average
Sub-Contractors
Servants
Agents
Dangerous Goods
Carriage
Hague Rules
COGSA
Stuffing
Stowage
Deck Cargo
Through Transportation
Transhipment
Lien
Demurrage
Detention
Temperature Controlled Cargo
Negotiable Bill of Lading
Straight Bill of Lading
Clauses
Receipt of Goods
Description of Goods
Carrier's Responsibility
Period of Responsibility
Loading and Discharge
Freight and Charges
Lien
General Average
Limitation of Liability
Notice of Claims
Time Bar
Law and Jurisdiction
Both-to-Blame Collision
Force Majeure
Dangerous Goods
Deck Cargo
Container Packed by Merchant
Temperature Controlled Cargo
Delivery
Sub-Contracting
Through Transport
Transhipment
Methods and Routes of Transportation
Matters Affecting Performance
Special Drawing Rights Limitation
War Risks
Inspection of Goods
Storage
Severability
Paramount Clause
Relevant Industries
Relevant Teams
Relevant Roles
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