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International trade

The buying and selling of goods, services and capital across international borders or territories.

Contributors in International trade

International trade

Clean bill of lading

Economy; International trade

A receipt for goods issued by a carrier that indicates that the goods were received in "apparent good order and condition," without damages or other irregularities. Compare Foul bill of lading.

Collection papers

Economy; International trade

All documents (commercial invoices, bills of lading, etc.) submitted to a buyer for the purpose of receiving payment for a shipment.

Commercial attache

Economy; International trade

The commerce expert on the diplomatic staff of his or her country's embassy or large consulate.

Commercial invoice

Economy; International trade

An itemised list of goods shipped, usually included among an exporter's collection papers.

Common carrier

Economy; International trade

An individual, partnership, or corporation that transports persons or goods for compensation.

Clean draught

Economy; International trade

A draught to which no documents have been attached.

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