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Delivered at Terminal (DAT) is an Incoterm where the seller is responsible for delivering the goods to a designated terminal at the destination port or place, including all transport costs and risks, except for customs clearance and import duties.
Under DAT, the seller covers all the transportation costs and risks until the goods reach the terminal, which is typically a port or warehouse at the buyer’s destination. The buyer is responsible for clearing the goods through customs and paying any applicable import duties or taxes. This term helps simplify the shipping process by clearly defining the point where responsibility for the goods shifts from seller to buyer.
Delivered at Terminal (DAT) simplifies logistics by defining the point at which the buyer assumes responsibility for the goods, offering clarity in international transactions. As a seller, offering DAT terms ensures you handle all shipping risks and costs until the goods reach a terminal, making it easier to control the shipping process.
For buyers, DAT provides a clear understanding of when they take ownership, while still benefiting from the seller managing most of the logistics. This arrangement helps streamline the supply chain and ensures a smoother transaction.
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Delivered at Terminal (DAT) is important because it helps define the exact location where the buyer takes over responsibility for the goods, reducing ambiguity and ensuring a smooth transfer. It also allows the buyer to manage customs clearance, which can be critical for businesses dealing with specific import regulations or requirements.
For example, a U.S.-based automotive business importing goods from Europe under DAT terms would receive the products at a terminal in the U.S. The buyer would then handle customs clearance and take possession of the goods, while the seller covers all shipping expenses up to that point.
