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Free on Truck (FOT)

What is Free on Truck?

Free on Truck is a transportation term used for the goods being transported by truck. The seller is responsible for putting the goods on the truck at a specified loading port or point. And the buyer takes the responsibility for the transportation costs and risks when the goods are loaded on the truck.

The goods that are being transported by truck is referred to as free on truck.

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