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What if there is a mistake in the information on the ocean bill of lading?
Nov 12, 2024|
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The bill of lading is a very important document in international trade, it is like a contract that proves the transport relationship between the carrier and the shipper, as well as a receipt and proof of ownership of the goods.
Therefore, the information on the bill of lading must be complete and accurate to ensure everyone's rights and interests.
What are the effects of wrong information on an ocean bill of lading?
The consignee may not be able to get the goods: If the consignee information on the bill of lading is filled in wrongly, the real consignee may not be able to get the goods.
The goods may be delivered wrongly or lost: If the description or quantity of the goods is not correct, the goods may be delivered wrongly or lost in transit.
Legal issues: The bill of lading is a contract, and incorrect information can lead to legal disputes, such as questions about ownership and liability for the goods.
Insurance issues: If the information on the bill of lading and the insurance policy do not match, it may affect the insurance claim.
Therefore, as soon as you find an error on the bill of lading, contact the carrier (e.g. shipping company or freight forwarder) to point out the current problem to them and provide the correct information.
How to amend the ocean bill of lading? What is the process?
When amending the bill of lading, you may need to provide some supporting documents, such as packing list, invoice, contract, etc., to prove the reason for the wrong information and the correct information.
Specific process:
Discover and confirm the problem: After receiving the bill of lading, you should carefully check the information on it, including the quantity and weight of goods, consignee information, etc. If there is any problem, you should contact the carrier immediately.
Provide supporting materials: The carrier may ask you to provide supporting materials, such as reweighing records, packing lists and so on. Provide complete and accurate information as requested.
Fill out application and bond: Fill out a written application and attach a bond or bank guarantee as required by the carrier. This is to have a clear basis for amending the bill of lading.
Payment: There is usually a fee for amending a bill of lading, which is payable at the carrier's request.
Wait for the amendment to be completed and notify the consignee: Once the amendment is completed, notify the consignee as soon as possible and provide a new copy of the bill of lading.
In conclusion, it is very important to ensure the accuracy of the bill of lading information. Once an error is found, contact the carrier and make corrections in a timely manner.
