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Delivered at Place (DAP) is an Incoterm where the seller is responsible for delivering the goods to a specific location agreed upon by both parties, covering all transport costs and risks, excluding import duties and taxes.
Under DAP, the seller assumes responsibility for the entire transportation process, including all risks and costs up to the delivery point, but not for customs clearance or payment of import duties. The buyer is responsible for handling customs clearance and any additional taxes or fees once the goods arrive at the destination. This arrangement streamlines international shipping by clearly defining the seller's responsibility for delivery and the buyer's role in receiving the goods.
With Delivered at Place (DAP), you, as the seller, are responsible for getting the goods to the agreed location, offering simplicity and a predictable process. For the buyer, this means less hassle with logistics, while they can focus on customs clearance and receiving the goods.
This arrangement allows you to control most of the transport risks, giving the buyer peace of mind regarding delivery. Overall, DAP creates clear boundaries of responsibility, making international shipping easier for both parties.
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Delivered at Place (DAP) simplifies international trade by clearly defining the point at which the buyer assumes responsibility for the goods, reducing confusion and ensuring a smooth transfer. It allows the seller to handle all logistics and transportation risks, while the buyer only has to manage the final customs process and payment of duties.
For example, if a beverage company in Canada buys products from a supplier in Germany under DAP terms, the supplier arranges and pays for all shipping costs to deliver the goods to a specified warehouse in Canada. The buyer then takes over at the warehouse to clear the goods through customs and pay any necessary import duties.
