delivery terms

[dɪˈlɪvəri tɜːrmz]
nounpl: delivery terms
condições de entrega
1. The agreed-upon conditions and specifications regarding how, when, and where goods will be delivered in a commercial transaction
The delivery terms specified that the goods must arrive within 30 days of the order date.
As condições de entrega especificavam que os produtos devem chegar dentro de 30 dias da data do pedido.
2. Commercial agreements that outline shipping methods, costs, risks, and responsibilities of buyer and seller
We negotiated favorable delivery terms that included free shipping and installation.
Negociamos condições de entrega favoráveis que incluíam frete grátis e instalação.
3. International trade standards (Incoterms) that define obligations in the sale and delivery of goods
The contract uses FOB delivery terms, meaning the seller pays for transport to the port.
O contrato usa condições de entrega FOB, o que significa que o vendedor paga pelo transporte até o porto.
In Brazil, delivery terms are crucial in commercial transactions due to the size of the country and varying logistics infrastructure. Businesses carefully specify delivery terms to avoid disputes. The use of Incoterms (international standardized trade terms) is common in international business with Brazil, particularly in import/export sectors. In the USA, delivery terms are standard in e-commerce and B2B transactions, with companies often offering various options like free shipping, expedited delivery, or store pickup to remain competitive.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
shipping termsterms of deliveryIncotermsdelivery conditionsfulfillment terms

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
condições de entrega
Standard business and commercial term used in contracts and agreements
São Paulo
termos de entrega
Alternative form commonly used in business documents and correspondence
Portugal
termos de entrega / condições de entrega
Both forms are acceptable; European business Portuguese may prefer 'termos de entrega'
Rio de Janeiro
condições de entrega
Standard usage in commercial and import/export contexts

Related Words

Incotermsfreightlogisticsshippinginvoicepurchase orderFOBCIF

Related Idioms & Phrases

negotiate delivery terms
favorable delivery terms
flexible delivery terms
standard delivery terms
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