FOB: Free On Board

Definition

FOB — Free On Board

Seller bears costs until goods are loaded on the vessel at the port of loading.

Related terms

• Packing list — Packing list
• COO — Certificate of Origin
• EXW — Ex Works
• CIF — Cost, Insurance and Freight
• DDP — Delivered Duty Paid
• Consolidation — Consolidation

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Last updated: 2026-10-09