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FOB vs EXW: Which Incoterm to Use
EXW leaves export and loading to the buyer; FOB adds seller export clearance and loading on board at the port.
CIF vs CFR: Insurance Difference
CFR seller pays freight only; CIF seller pays freight plus minimum insurance to destination port.
How to Calculate FOB Price
FOB price equals product cost plus all seller-side charges up to loading on board at the named port.
How to Calculate CIF Price
CIF price equals FOB plus main carriage freight plus seller-arranged marine insurance to the named destination port; CFR adds freight only.
Risk Transfer Under FOB
Under FOB, loss or damage risk passes to the buyer when goods are on board the vessel at the named port of shipment.
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