Regularly incorporated into sales contracts worldwide, ICC’s Incoterms® 2010 rules
define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers for the delivery of goods. International
trade is becoming more and more complex. Therefore, universally used rules are
essential to avoid misunderstandings and costly disputes. Incoterms® 2010 continues
a 70-year ICC tradition and reflects the latest developments in the trading environment.

RULES FOR ANY MODE OR MODES OF TRANSPORT

        EXW Ex Works

        FCA Free Carrier

        CPT Carriage Paid To

        CIP Carriage And Insurance Paid To

        DAT Delivered At Terminal

        DAP Delivered At Place

        DDP Delivered Duty Paid         

RULES FOR SEA AND INLAND WATERWAY TRANSPORT

        FAS Free Alongside Ship

        FOB Free On Board

        CFR Cost and Freight

        CIF Cost, Insurance and Freight

In addition to the 11 rules, Incoterms® 2010 includes :

    Extensive guidance notes and illustrative graphics to help users efficiently choose the right rule for each transaction;

    New classification to help choosing the most suitable rule in relation to the mode of transport;

    Advice for the use of electronic procedures;

    Information on security-related clearances for shipments;

    Advice for the use of Incoterms® 2010 in domestic trade.

The Incoterms® rules are available in more than 30 languages. Contact your National Committee to get the rules in your language.

The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has been helping to facilitate global trade for almost a century. Developed by experts and practitioners, ICC’s trade rules take into account latest developments in trade practice and supply a reliable basis for a better understanding between trading partners.