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FCA Carrier Naming

Unlike many other Incoterms, the buyer must name the carrier under FCA and negotiate the freight contract directly.

Last updated: 13 June 2026Published: 27 January 2026

Source: https://iccwbo.org/resources-for-business/incoterms-rules/incoterms-2020/

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