# Inspection Certificate for Cargo

*Last updated: 2026-06-24*

> When a letter of credit stipulates an inspection certificate, no payment will be released until the document is presented—making it one of the most consequential pieces of paperwork in international trade.

When a letter of credit stipulates an inspection certificate, no payment will be released until the document is presented—making it one of the most consequential pieces of paperwork in international trade. An independent inspection agency examines the shipment before it leaves the supplier's premises, verifying quantity, quality, condition, packaging, and marking against the sales contract. The resulting Inspection Certificate for Cargo serves as documentary proof of conformity for buyers, sellers, banks, and customs authorities. It is especially common in trade with emerging markets and for regulated commodities such as foodstuffs, chemicals, and industrial equipment. Not to be confused with a technical type-approval certificate: this document assesses the actual state of the goods at the moment of shipment, not their design or standard compliance.

**Source:** [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pre-shipment_inspection](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pre-shipment_inspection)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Inspection Certificate for Cargo |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 123 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-24 |
| Source | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pre-shipment_inspection |

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