Trade glossary · Incoterms 2020

FCA (Free Carrier)

An Incoterms 2020 rule where the seller delivers the goods, cleared for export, to a carrier nominated by the buyer at a named place. Risk transfers at that hand-over. It suits any transport mode, including containers.

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