Bill of Lading
Last updated: May 13, 2025
A Bill of Lading is a legal transport document issued by a carrier to a shipper, typically a single-page form that details the shipment contents, destination, and terms. It serves as both a contract of carriage and a receipt of goods.
Fields
| Field | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
bill_of_lading_number |
Unique reference number for the bill of lading. | BOL-1001 |
shipper_name |
Name of the party sending the goods. | ABC Exports Inc. |
shipper_address |
Address of the shipper. | 123 Commerce St, Cityville, ST 12345 |
consignee_name |
Name of the party receiving the goods. | XYZ Imports LLC |
consignee_address |
Address of the consignee. | 456 Industrial Ave, Townsville, ST 67890 |
carrier_name |
Name of the carrier handling the shipment. | Global Shipping Co. |
origin |
Location where the shipment originates. | New York, USA |
destination |
Final destination of the goods. | Los Angeles, USA |
description_of_goods |
Brief description of the items being shipped. | 10 crates of electronics |
gross_weight |
Total weight of the shipped goods including packaging. | 500 kg |
freight_charges |
Indicates whether freight is prepaid or collect. | Prepaid |
date_of_issue |
Date the carrier issues the Bill of Lading. | 2023-04-10 |
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