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Warehouse Receipt

What is a Warehouse Receipt?

A warehouse receipt is a document showing the list of goods deposited in the warehouse. When the warehouse keeper confirms that the inbound goods have been accepted/delivered for storage, the warehouse receipt is then issued. Generally, the warehouse keeper handles the warehousing and storage of goods on a commercial basis.

A warehouse receipt is a document that is used as a proof of ownership for the goods stored in a warehouse.

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