{"id":3843,"date":"2026-03-05T18:05:15","date_gmt":"2026-03-05T18:05:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/?p=3843"},"modified":"2026-03-30T16:20:38","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T16:20:38","slug":"incoterms-explained-with-real-shipping-examples","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/incoterms-explained-with-real-shipping-examples\/","title":{"rendered":"Incoterms Explained with Real Shipping Examples"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Imagine you buy 1,000 designer lamps from a manufacturer in Italy. A month later, you get a call from the shipping port saying your lamps won\u2019t be released until you pay $3,000 in &#8216;terminal handling fees&#8217; and customs duties. Incoterms explained<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is exactly why Incoterms exist.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incoterms (International Commercial Terms) are the universal language of global trade. They are published by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and updated periodically to reflect changes in global shipping practices.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These three-letter codes tell both the buyer and the seller exactly who is responsible for what. Without them, international shipping would be a never-ending argument over who pays the bill and who is to blame if a crate falls into the ocean.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/incoterms-explained-with-real-shipping-examples\/#The_Three_Pillars_of_Every_Incoterm\" >The Three Pillars of Every Incoterm<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/incoterms-explained-with-real-shipping-examples\/#Common_Incoterms_Real-World_Examples\" >Common Incoterms: Real-World Examples<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/incoterms-explained-with-real-shipping-examples\/#EXW_Ex_Works\" >EXW (Ex Works)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/incoterms-explained-with-real-shipping-examples\/#FOB_Free_on_Board\" >FOB (Free on Board)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/incoterms-explained-with-real-shipping-examples\/#DDP_Delivered_Duty_Paid\" >DDP (Delivered Duty Paid)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/incoterms-explained-with-real-shipping-examples\/#CIF_Cost_Insurance_and_Freight\" >CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/incoterms-explained-with-real-shipping-examples\/#How_to_Choose_the_Right_Incoterm_for_Your_Business\" >How to Choose the Right Incoterm for Your Business<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/incoterms-explained-with-real-shipping-examples\/#Critical_Mistakes_to_Avoid\" >Critical Mistakes to Avoid<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/incoterms-explained-with-real-shipping-examples\/#Being_Vague_About_the_Location\" >Being Vague About the Location<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/incoterms-explained-with-real-shipping-examples\/#Forgetting_About_Insurance\" >Forgetting About Insurance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/incoterms-explained-with-real-shipping-examples\/#Ignoring_%E2%80%9CHidden%E2%80%9D_Port_Fees\" >Ignoring &#8220;Hidden&#8221; Port Fees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/incoterms-explained-with-real-shipping-examples\/#A_Reminder\" >A Reminder<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/incoterms-explained-with-real-shipping-examples\/#A_Gentle_Suggestion\" >A Gentle Suggestion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/incoterms-explained-with-real-shipping-examples\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Three_Pillars_of_Every_Incoterm\"><\/span><b>The Three Pillars of Every Incoterm<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before we look at the specific codes, you need to understand that every Incoterm answers three basic questions:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Costs:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Who pays for the truck, the ship, the insurance, and the taxes?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Risk:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> At what exact point does the &#8220;safety&#8221; of the goods move from the seller to the buyer? (If the ship sinks, who loses the money?)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Responsibility:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Who handles the necessary tasks, like export licenses, customs paperwork, and port security fees?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Incoterms_Real-World_Examples\"><\/span><b>Common Incoterms: Real-World Examples<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are 11 different Incoterms, but you will likely only use some of them. Let\u2019s understand them using real shipping scenarios.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-4294\" src=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Professional-business-illustration-representing-predictive-analytics-in-supply-chain-warehouse-logistics-cargo-ship-delivery-trucks-and-global-shipping-routes-connected-by-AI-data-network-pre-1-300x157.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1227\" height=\"642\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Professional-business-illustration-representing-predictive-analytics-in-supply-chain-warehouse-logistics-cargo-ship-delivery-trucks-and-global-shipping-routes-connected-by-AI-data-network-pre-1-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Professional-business-illustration-representing-predictive-analytics-in-supply-chain-warehouse-logistics-cargo-ship-delivery-trucks-and-global-shipping-routes-connected-by-AI-data-network-pre-1-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Professional-business-illustration-representing-predictive-analytics-in-supply-chain-warehouse-logistics-cargo-ship-delivery-trucks-and-global-shipping-routes-connected-by-AI-data-network-pre-1-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Professional-business-illustration-representing-predictive-analytics-in-supply-chain-warehouse-logistics-cargo-ship-delivery-trucks-and-global-shipping-routes-connected-by-AI-data-network-pre-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1227px) 100vw, 1227px\" \/><\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"EXW_Ex_Works\"><\/span><b>EXW (Ex Works)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the most basic term. The seller\u2019s only job is to make the goods available at their own factory or warehouse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For instance,<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you buy 500 handmade chairs from a factory in Vietnam. The factory owner calls you and says, &#8220;The chairs are on my loading dock. Come get them.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then, you have to hire a truck in Vietnam, handle the Vietnamese customs paperwork, find a ship, and pay for everything until the chairs reach your door. This is very risky for beginners because you are responsible for everything in a country where you might not know the rules.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FOB_Free_on_Board\"><\/span><b>FOB (Free on Board)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FOB is the &#8220;gold standard&#8221; for <a href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/air-freight-vs-sea-freight\/\">sea shipping<\/a>. It creates a fair split between the buyer and the seller.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider this example,<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you are importing electronics from a supplier in Shanghai. The seller pays to get the electronics onto a truck, through Chinese customs, and physically onto the ship.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The risk moves from the seller to you the moment the goods are &#8220;on board&#8221; the ship. Once the crane drops that container onto the deck, it\u2019s yours. You pay for the ocean freight and the delivery to your warehouse.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DDP_Delivered_Duty_Paid\"><\/span><b>DDP (Delivered Duty Paid)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DDP is the &#8220;Amazon Prime&#8221; of the shipping world. It is the easiest option for the buyer but the most expensive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To illustrate,<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you order high-end wine from a vineyard in France for your boutique shop. The French vineyard handles everything. They pay for the truck in France, the air freight, the US customs duties, and the final delivery truck to your shop.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You just sit back and wait for the delivery. However, the seller will build all those costs (plus a little extra for their trouble) into the price of the wine.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CIF_Cost_Insurance_and_Freight\"><\/span><b>CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is similar to FOB, but the seller takes on a bit more of the cost to make the buyer feel safer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s examine a simple example,<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you are buying raw coffee beans from Brazil. The seller pays to get the beans on the ship (like FOB), but they also pay for the ocean freight and a basic insurance policy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even though the seller pays for the freight, the risk still transfers to you the moment the beans are on the ship. If something happens at sea, you are the one who has to file the insurance claim, not the seller.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Choose_the_Right_Incoterm_for_Your_Business\"><\/span><b>How to Choose the Right Incoterm for Your Business<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you choose the wrong term, it can significantly impact your profit margins. Here\u2019s a brief guide to help you choose wisely.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>If you are a total beginner:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Start with DDP. It\u2019s more expensive, but it prevents you from getting hit with &#8220;surprise&#8221; customs fees that you didn&#8217;t see coming.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>If you want the best value:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Use FOB. It allows you to choose your own shipping company (freight forwarder). Because you control the shipping, you can often find better rates than the seller would give you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>If you are buying from a trusted, massive supplier:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> FCA (Free Carrier) is a great choice. It\u2019s flexible and works for air, sea, or truck.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3844\" src=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Incoterms-explained-1-300x108.jpg\" alt=\" Incoterms explained \" width=\"1442\" height=\"519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Incoterms-explained-1-300x108.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Incoterms-explained-1.jpg 669w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1442px) 100vw, 1442px\" \/><\/b><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Critical_Mistakes_to_Avoid\"><\/span><b>Critical Mi<\/b><b style=\"font-size: 16px;\"><\/b><b style=\"font-size: 16px;\">stakes to Avoid<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you know the codes, it is easy to make these three common mistakes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Being_Vague_About_the_Location\"><\/span><b>Being Vague About the Location<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never just write &#8220;FOB China&#8221; on a contract. China is huge. If your supplier is in Ningbo, write &#8220;FOB Port of Ningbo, Incoterms 2020.&#8221; Being specific prevents the seller from choosing a cheaper, further-away port and charging you for the extra trucking.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Forgetting_About_Insurance\"><\/span><b>Forgetting About Insurance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only two Incoterms (CIF and CIP) require the seller to buy insurance. For all others, it\u2019s up to you. If you are shipping $50,000 worth of goods, spending $100 on cargo insurance is the smartest move you\u2019ll ever make.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ignoring_%E2%80%9CHidden%E2%80%9D_Port_Fees\"><\/span><b>Ignoring &#8220;Hidden&#8221; Port Fees<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you use a term like DAP (Delivered at Place), the seller pays for the shipping to your city, but you are responsible for unloading the truck and paying customs. Many importers forget this and get hit with &#8220;Demurrage&#8221; fees (basically &#8220;parking tickets&#8221; for containers) because they didn&#8217;t clear customs fast enough.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Reminder\"><\/span><b>A Reminder<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always ensure that your contract specifies which version of the rules you are using. The latest version is Incoterms 2020. While older versions (like 2010) are still legal, but the newest version provides the most up-to-date protections.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Note:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If a supplier won\u2019t budge on the price of the goods, try asking them to change the Incoterm from FOB to CIF. You might save thousands of dollars on shipping costs instead.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Gentle_Suggestion\"><\/span><b>A Gentle Suggestion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you sign a contract with a new international supplier, call a <a href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/blog\/freight-vs-transportation-the-key-differences\/\">freight forwarder<\/a>. Show them the quote and the Incoterm. They can quickly tell if there are hidden costs you\u2019ve missed. It\u2019s much better to find out about a $2,000 fee now than when your goods are sitting at the dock.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ladingcargo.com\/\"><b>Landing Cargo<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we work with importers and exporters every day to simplify global shipping and eliminate hidden costs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>What are Incoterms in simple words?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incoterms are rules that explain who pays for shipping, who handles paperwork, and when the risk transfers from seller to buyer. They prevent confusion in international trade.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Which Incoterm is safest for beginners?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DDP is usually the safest for beginners. The seller handles shipping, customs, and duties. You pay more, but you avoid surprise costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Does FOB include shipping costs?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No. Under FOB, the seller pays until the goods are loaded onto the ship. After that, you pay for ocean freight, insurance, and delivery.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Do all Incoterms include insurance?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No. Only CIF and CIP require the seller to arrange insurance. For all other terms, you must decide whether to buy cargo insurance yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What happens if I don\u2019t specify the Incoterms version?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can create confusion. Different versions (like 2010 vs. 2020) have small rule changes. Always write something like \u201cFOB Shanghai, Incoterms 2020\u201d in your contract.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Copyright:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> All rights reserved. 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