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Container seals are "one-time door locks" used to secure goods containers. Acting like secure padlocks, they ensure the contents remain intact during transit. Once applied, these seals serve as tamper-evident devices, offering security and confirming that the container hasn't been opened or interfered with during transportation.

It’s like shipping hazardous items with caution. These are goods that can be harmful during transportation, like chemicals or flammable materials. Special rules and precautions are followed to ensure safe handling, protecting both the cargo and those involved in shipping.

VGM is like the weight certificate for shipping containers. It confirms the total weight, including cargo and packaging. Shipping companies require this to ensure safe loading onto ships, preventing accidents and ensuring compliance with international maritime regulations.

A BL is a legal document used in shipping to detail the contents of a shipment, its destination, and terms of transportation. It serves as a receipt, contract, and title to the goods, enabling tracking and transfer of ownership during transit.

EDI in shipping is like a digital language for exchanging business data. It streamlines communication between trading partners. Shipment invoices may have EDI charges for the electronic processing of data, ensuring efficient and secure exchange of information between parties involved in the shipping process.

The HS code is a standardized numerical method of classifying traded products. It is used by customs authorities around the world to identify products when assessing duties and taxes and for gathering statistics.

A manifest is like a shipping itinerary. It's a document listing all items on a ship or plane, detailing their type and quantity. Think of it as a comprehensive checklist that helps authorities and shippers keep track of what's being transported for smooth and organized cargo handling.

The NOA is a document provided by the shipping company to the recipient of a shipment, detailing the anticipated arrival date. The NOA typically includes information such as the shipment's origin, destination, vessel name, and estimated time of arrival.

SI are guidelines provided by the shipper to the carrier, specifying how a shipment should be handled. These instructions include details like packaging, labelling, and delivery preferences, ensuring smooth and accurate transportation of goods.

Also known as a release BL, and telegraphic transfer. A telex release is an email message containing BL information that allows a carrier to release goods to a designated recipient without having the physical, original BL in hand.

Port congestion occurs when there's too much demand for a port's services, causing delays. It's like a traffic jam for ships, hindering the smooth flow of goods in and out of the port.

Port storage is like a parking fee for cargo. It's a charge for storing goods at a port facility. When shipments aren't immediately picked up or delivered, this fee ensures that the port can manage and store the cargo until it's ready for transportation.

THC is like a service fee for cargo. It covers the cost of handling goods at a port, including loading and unloading from vessel. THC charges is to ensure smooth operations and maintenance of facilities, contributing to the overall efficiency of the shipping process.