Freight collect意思

"Freight collect" is a term used in the context of shipping and logistics. It refers to a method of payment for goods being transported where the consignee (the recipient of the goods) is responsible for paying the freight charges at the time of delivery. In other words, the party receiving the goods is billed for the shipping costs separately from the cost of the goods themselves.

When freight is collected, it means that the shipping company or carrier does not require advance payment from the shipper. Instead, the carrier will collect the freight charges from the consignee when the goods are delivered. This method of payment is often used when the shipper and consignee have a pre-existing agreement or when the consignee agrees to pay for the freight charges upon delivery.

Freight collect is different from other payment methods such as:

• Freight Prepaid: In this case, the shipper pays the freight charges in advance before the goods are delivered.
• Third-Party Billing: Here, the shipper or consignee can arrange for a third party to be billed for the freight charges.

The term "freight collect" is most commonly used in the context of transportation documents, such as bills of lading, where the payment terms for the freight charges are specified. It is important for both the shipper and the consignee to agree on the payment terms before the goods are shipped to avoid any misunderstandings or disputes regarding the payment of freight charges.