# Equipment Interchange Receipt (EIR)

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> An Equipment Interchange Receipt (EIR) is the interchange document exchanged between a terminal or shipping line and the driver or forwarder when a container or chassis is picked up or returned.

An Equipment Interchange Receipt (EIR) is the interchange document exchanged between a terminal or shipping line and the driver or forwarder when a container or chassis is picked up or returned. It records the unit's condition at the time of handover—scratches, dents, structural damage—and formally confirms the transfer of liability. Key details captured include the container number, seal numbers, chassis mileage, and photographic evidence of any pre-existing damage. A correctly completed EIR is essential: without it, claims for damage become almost impossible to enforce after the fact, which is why drivers should dispute and have every defect logged on the spot. In port operations, the EIR also underpins billing for leased equipment and the resolution of demurrage disputes.

**Source:** [https://www.searates.com/logistics-glossary/equipment-interchange-receipt-eir/](https://www.searates.com/logistics-glossary/equipment-interchange-receipt-eir/)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Equipment Interchange Receipt (EIR) |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 118 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://www.searates.com/logistics-glossary/equipment-interchange-receipt-eir/ |

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