# cargo

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> When a shipper hands goods over to a carrier under a freight contract, those goods become cargo—regardless of their nature, weight, or destination.

When a shipper hands goods over to a carrier under a freight contract, those goods become cargo—regardless of their nature, weight, or destination. The applicable transport document varies by mode: a bill of lading for sea freight, an air waybill (AWB) for air cargo, or a consignment note (CMR) for road transport. As goods move through the supply chain, their legal and operational status shifts continuously—from shipment to warehoused item to subject of customs clearance. Under international transport conventions, the carrier is liable for loss or damage from the moment of acceptance. Although "cargo", "freight", and "load" are often used interchangeably, they can carry distinct meanings in contractual and legal contexts.

**Source:** [https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fracht_(Transport)](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fracht_(Transport))

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | cargo |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 111 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fracht_(Transport) |

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