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Jan 29, 2019

Shipping Terms Glossary: Manufacturer

Common Shipping Terms: Manufacturer

The manufacturer refers to the party that produced or made the cargo. Knowing the manufacturer is important, because U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) needs to know the maker of the product. 

 

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