# delivery clause

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> A delivery clause comes into play the moment both parties to a sales contract must agree on where, when, and under what conditions goods change hands.

A delivery clause comes into play the moment both parties to a sales contract must agree on where, when, and under what conditions goods change hands. It identifies the precise point at which risk and costs transfer from seller to buyer, forming the backbone of any international trade agreement. In practice, delivery clauses are routinely aligned with Incoterms, which provide a universally recognised framework for interpreting these obligations. Without a clear delivery clause, disputes over insurance responsibilities and liability for lost or damaged cargo become difficult to resolve. A delivery clause governs physical handover; a payment clause — though closely linked in timing — deals solely with financial settlement.

**Source:** [https://iccwbo.org/resources-for-business/incoterms-rules/](https://iccwbo.org/resources-for-business/incoterms-rules/)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | delivery clause |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 109 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://iccwbo.org/resources-for-business/incoterms-rules/ |

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