FOR (Free On Rail)

In detail

FOR (Free On Rail) is a delivery term where the seller's responsibility ends when goods are loaded onto railway wagons at the specified origin station. The buyer assumes risk and cost for rail freight, transit insurance, and unloading. FOR is common for Kanpur-origin steel pipe deliveries across North India. The seller provides the railway receipt (RR) as proof of dispatch, and the buyer tracks and collects material at the destination station using the RR.

Where you'll meet this in procurement

You will meet FOR (Free On Rail) when setting commercial and logistics terms. Spell out FOR (Free On Rail) on the RFQ or PO so price, quantity, delivery point, and lead time are comparable across suppliers and disputes at dispatch are avoided.

Related terms

• DAP (Delivered at Place)Incoterm where seller delivers goods to named destination, ready for unloading.
• EXW (Ex Works)Incoterm where buyer collects goods from seller premises, bearing all transport costs.
• Dispatch challanDocument accompanying goods dispatch detailing items, quantities, and delivery information.

Related resources

• Buying guide
• Request a quotation (RFQ)
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