# Pieces

*Last updated: 2026-06-18*

> Accurately capturing a shipment requires more than weight alone – the piece count (abbreviated PCS) states how many individual, countable units of an item are being transported.

Accurately capturing a shipment requires more than weight alone – the piece count (abbreviated PCS) states how many individual, countable units of an item are being transported. In freight forwarding and customs practice, it appears on bills of lading, packing lists, and customs declarations as a standalone quantity measure that complements, but does not replace, weight and volume. For consolidated shipments containing multiple product types, a correct piece count is critical for inventory control, billing, and customs verification. Not to be confused with the number of packages (collies): a single carton may, for example, contain 24 pieces of one article.

**Source:** [https://www.freightos.com/glossary/pieces-pcs/](https://www.freightos.com/glossary/pieces-pcs/)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Pieces |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 100 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-18 |
| Source | https://www.freightos.com/glossary/pieces-pcs/ |

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