Manifest
Category: Documents
Also searched as: Cargo manifest
Definition (plain English)
A transport data record listing cargo, parties, containers, routing, and shipment references for a vessel, aircraft, truck, or consolidated movement.
Why it matters commercially
Manifest data feeds customs, carrier, and terminal systems; mismatches can delay release or trigger amendments.
Example
The broker caught a manifest description that did not match the commercial invoice before arrival.
Common mistake
Ignoring manifest details until customs rejects or questions party, cargo, or container data.
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