compromised shipment
[KOM-pruh-myzd SHIP-muhnt]
nounpl: compromised shipments
remessa comprometida
1. A shipment of goods that has been damaged, contaminated, delayed, or otherwise negatively affected in a way that reduces its value or usability
The compromised shipment arrived three weeks late with several items damaged beyond repair.
A remessa comprometida chegou três semanas atrasada com vários itens danificados irremediavelmente.
2. A cargo or delivery that has been exposed to unauthorized access, theft, or security breaches
The customs officer flagged the compromised shipment after discovering evidence of tampering at the port.
O oficial de alfândega marcou a remessa comprometida após descobrir evidências de violação no porto.
3. A consignment that fails to meet quality standards, regulatory requirements, or contractual specifications
Due to temperature fluctuations, the pharmaceutical shipment was declared compromised and had to be destroyed.
Devido às flutuações de temperatura, a remessa farmacêutica foi declarada comprometida e teve de ser destruída.
In Brazilian business culture, 'remessa comprometida' is a critical term in logistics and supply chain management, particularly in sectors like pharmaceuticals, food, and electronics where regulatory compliance is paramount. In the USA, this term is especially relevant in international trade and customs enforcement contexts. The phrase reflects the high stakes of global commerce where even minor compromises can trigger legal, financial, and reputational consequences for companies.
NYC Slang
busted shipment / jacked-up delivery
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