TERM

Extraordinary Value or High Value Article

Extraordinary Value or High Value Article An item whose value exceeds $100 per pound ($220 per kilogram). NOTE: These items…

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Expedited Service

Expedited Service An agreement with the mover to perform transportation by a set date in exchange for charges based upon…

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Estimate, Non-Binding

Estimate, Non-Binding This is what your mover believes the cost will be, based upon the estimated weight of the shipment…

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Elevator Carry

Elevator Carry A charge to compensate the carrier for the additional labor required to move a shipment by way of…

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Destination Agent

Destination Agent The agent designated in the destination area to be available to assist or provide information to you or…

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Declared Valuation

Declared Valuation The shipper's indication of the value declared for the possessions being shipped, thereby establishing the carrier's maximum liability…

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Deadhead

Deadhead Empty (unloaded) miles traveled by a driver in order to move his or her truck to pick up a…

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Cwt

Cwt This abbreviation stands for the rate or charge per 100 pounds.

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CP (Carrier Packed)

CP (Carrier Packed) Articles packed into cartons or crates by the carrier, not the shipper.

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Consignor

Consignor The person from whom the shipment is picked up.

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