Glossary

The temperature of a surrounding body. The ambient temperature of a container is the atmospheric temperature to which it is exposed,

U.S. classification society which certifies seagoing vessels for compliance to standardized rules regarding construction and maintenance.

The U.S. Customs’ “Automated Manifest System.”

A tariff imposed to discourage sale of foreign goods, subsidized to sell at low prices detrimental to local manufacturers.

Usually refers to a rating that applies to an article regardless of size or quantity.

When freight appears to be free of damage so far as a general survey can determine.

Determination of the dutiable value of imported merchandise by a Customs official who follows procedures outlined in their country’s tariff, such as the U.S. Tariff Act of 1930.

The warehouse or public stores to which samples of imported goods are taken to be inspected, analyzed, weighed, etc. by examiners or appraisers.

A stated amount over a fixed rate to one point to make a rate to another point.

A notification by carrier of ship’s arrival to the consignee, the “Notify Party,” and – when applicable – the “Also Notify Party.” These parties in interest are listed in blocks 3, 4 and…