consignment note

[/kənˈsaɪnmənt noʊt/]
nounpl: consignment notes
nota de consignação
1. A commercial document issued by a shipper or freight forwarder that serves as a receipt for goods being transported and contains details about the shipment, sender, recipient, and terms of delivery
The driver must present the consignment note at each delivery point.
O motorista deve apresentar a nota de consignação em cada ponto de entrega.
2. A document accompanying goods sent to a carrier or forwarding agent, providing evidence of the contract of carriage
The consignment note includes information about the weight, dimensions, and contents of the package.
A nota de consignação inclui informações sobre o peso, dimensões e conteúdo da encomenda.
The consignment note is a critical document in Brazilian and international logistics. In Brazil, it is essential for customs clearance and tax purposes. Companies must maintain records of consignment notes for accounting and audit purposes. The document's importance has increased with the growth of e-commerce and cross-border trade in Latin America.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
waybillshipping documentfreight notedispatch notedelivery note

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
nota de consignação
Most common term in formal logistics and commerce
General Brazilian
conhecimento de embarque
Used in maritime contexts as a variant
São Paulo
nota de consignação
Standard usage in the commercial hub
Portugal
nota de consignação
Similar usage but less common; 'guia de remessa' may be used alternatively

Related Words

bill of ladinginvoicepacking listreceiptfreight forwardercargoshipment

Related Idioms & Phrases

consignment note trail
signed consignment note
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