Incoterms Compliance Checklist for Supply Chain

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Contractual Agreement Review

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Verify the Incoterms selected are clearly defined and agreed upon in the sales contract.

Incoterms Version Used

Contract Number

Brief Description of Goods/Services

Agreed Upon Incoterms (e.g., FOB, CIF)

Contract Effective Date

Any Specific Incoterms Deviations/Clarifications (if applicable)

Signatory Verification

Responsibility Allocation

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Confirm accurate assignment of responsibilities for transportation, insurance, and customs clearance.

Responsibility for Transportation Arrangement

Responsibility for Export Customs Clearance

Responsibility for Import Customs Clearance

Responsibility for Export Documentation

Cost Allocation Percentage (Buyer)

Cost Allocation Percentage (Seller)

Cost Allocation

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Outline which party is responsible for each cost associated with the shipment (e.g., freight, insurance, duties).

Freight Costs (Shipper)

Freight Costs (Consignee)

Insurance Costs (Shipper)

Insurance Costs (Consignee)

Customs Duties (Importer)

Customs Brokerage Fees (Importer)

Unforeseen Expenses

Documentation Requirements

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List and verify required documents (e.g., commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading) are accurate and complete.

Commercial Invoice

Packing List

Bill of Lading / Air Waybill

Export Declaration Type

Invoice Number

Invoice Date

Description of Goods

Delivery Point Clarification

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Precisely define the delivery point and ensure all parties understand their obligations.

Detailed Delivery Point Description

Exact GPS Coordinates of Delivery Point

Method of Delivery Confirmation

Scheduled Delivery Date

Scheduled Delivery Time Window

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Risk Management

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Assess and document potential risks associated with the chosen Incoterms and establish mitigation strategies.

Potential Risk Description

Risk Probability (1-10)

Risk Impact (1-10)

Risk Mitigation Strategy

Supporting Documentation (e.g., insurance policies, contingency plans)

Date of Risk Identification

Customs & Regulatory Compliance

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Ensure compliance with all relevant customs regulations and import/export requirements.

Harmonized System (HS) Code Classification

Country of Origin Code

Detailed Description of Goods (for Customs)

Import License Required?

Supporting Documentation (e.g., Certificates of Origin)

Date of Customs Clearance

Insurance Coverage

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Verify appropriate insurance coverage is in place to cover potential losses or damages.

Insured Value (USD)

Type of Coverage

Deductible Amount (USD)

Policy Effective Date

Policy Expiration Date

Coverage Territory

Copy of Insurance Policy

Training & Awareness

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Confirm all relevant personnel are adequately trained on the chosen Incoterms and their implications.

Briefly describe the core purpose of Incoterms training.

Which departments typically require Incoterms training?

Date of last Incoterms training for relevant personnel.

Training delivery method?

Number of employees who have completed Incoterms training.

Upload training documentation/certificates (optional).

Periodic Review

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Schedule regular reviews of Incoterms selections to ensure continued suitability and compliance.

Last Review Date

Review Frequency (Months)

Summary of Review Findings

Incoterms Adequacy Assessment

Rationale for Incoterms Adequacy Assessment

Supporting Documentation (Contracts, Agreements)

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