Shipping Glossary
CooltainerThe "Integral Reefer" which is a container with an integral refrigerating set operated by power and/or a diesel engine |
COPCustom of the port |
Copy B/LCopy bill of lading |
Copy Not NegotiableCopy of a bill of lading which is not negotiable |
Corner CastingsCorner castings of a container where the container can be lifted by means of spreaders |
Corner PostsVertical frames components fitted at the corners of the container, integral to the corner fittings and connecting the roof and floor structures. Containers are lifted and secured in a stack using the castings at the ends |
Corrected B/LOne that requires an update which results in money or other financially-related changes |
Cost and Insurance (C.I.)A price that includes the cost of goods, the marine insurance and all transportation charges with the exception of ocean freight to the named point of destination |
Cost, insurance and freight (C.I.F.)Price determined at point of destination that includes the cost of goods. The marine insurance and all transportation charges are calculated from point of destination |
Countervailing DutyAn additional duty imposed to offset export grants, bounties or subsidies paid to foreign suppliers in certain countries by the government of that country for the purpose of promoting export |