What is the importance of bill of lading?
A bill of lading is a document that lists the items being shipped, the name of the shipper and recipient, and other important information about the shipment.
The bill of lading is important because it serves as a receipt for the goods being shipped, and it also serves as a contract between the shipper and the carrier.
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