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Incoterms transfer of ownership moment

Incoterms do not govern the transfer of ownership but rather allocate risk, costs, and transport responsibilities between seller and buyer.

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Last updated: 13 June 2026Published: 27 January 2026

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

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