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46 U.S.C. § 30703

Title 46 Chapter 307 Current through PL 116-220 ~1 min read Last updated: March 30, 2026 View on OLRC →
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§ 30703. Bills of lading

  • (a) On demand of a shipper, the carrier shall issue a bill of lading or shipping document.
  • (b) The bill of lading or shipping document shall include a statement of—
    • (1) the marks necessary to identify the goods;
    • (2) the number of packages, or the quantity or weight, and whether it is carrier’s or shipper’s weight; and
    • (3) the apparent condition of the goods.
  • (c) A bill of lading or shipping document issued under this section is prima facie evidence of receipt of the goods described.

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