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Sample Commercial Invoice

All details of commercial invoice

Here is an example of a commercial invoice with annotated explanations of each element:

  1. Invoice Number: This is a unique number assigned to the invoice by the seller.
  2. Invoice Date: This is the date that the invoice is created.
  3. Buyer's Name and Address: This is the name and address of the company or individual that is purchasing the goods.
  4. Seller's Name and Address: This is the name and address of the company or individual that is selling the goods.
  5. Consignee's Name and Address: This is the name and address of the company or individual to whom the goods are being shipped to.
  6. Port of Loading: This is the port where the goods are loaded onto the vessel for shipment.
  7. Port of Discharge: This is the port where the goods will be unloaded from the vessel.
  8. Mode of Transportation: This is the method of transportation used to ship goods, such as by air, sea, or land.
  9. Description of Goods: This is a detailed description of the goods being shipped, including the type, quantity, and weight of the goods.
  10. HS Code: This is the Harmonized System code for the goods being shipped, which is a standardized system for classifying goods for customs purposes.
  11. Unit Price: This is the price of each unit of the goods being shipped.
  12. Total Value: This is the total value of the goods being shipped, calculated by multiplying the unit price by the number of goods.
  13. Incoterms: These are international trade terms that specify the responsibilities of the seller and buyer in the delivery of the goods.
  14. Signature: This is the signature of the seller or authorized representative creating the commercial invoice, indicating that the information on the invoice is accurate and complete.