Definition of free on board

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free on board -- Commercial term under which the seller's obligations are fulfilled when the goods reach a point specified in the contract. For example, "F.O.B., Seller's Warehouse" means that the buyer assumes all costs and risks in moving the goods from the seller's warehouse.

historic definition...

Free on board -- Grain or goods delivered free on board car or vessel ; that is, with all charges paid or included up to that time.



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