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| [A] Anti-Dumping Duty A tariff imposed to discourage sale of foreign goods, subsidized to sell at low prices detrimental to local manufacturers. Any Quantity (A.Q.) Usually refers to a rating that applies to an article regardless of size or quantity. Apparent Good Order When freight appears to be free of damage so far as a general survey can determine. Appraisement Determination of the dutiable value of imported merchandise by a Customs official who follows procedures outlined in their country's tariff, such as the U.S. Tariff Act of 1930. Appraiser's Stores The warehouse or public stores to which samples of imported goods are taken to be inspected, analyzed, weighed, etc. by examiners or appraisers. Arbitrary A stated amount over a fixed rate to one point to make a rate to another point. Arrival Notice A notification by carrier of ship's arrival to the consignee, the "Notify Party," and - when applicable - the "Also Notify Party." These parties in interest are listed in blocks 3, 4 and 10, respectively, of the Bill of Lading. ASC X12 American Standards Committee X12 responsible for developing EDI standards for the United States. Assignment A term commonly used in connection with a bill of lading. It involves the transfer of rights, title and interest in order to assign goods by endorsing the bill of lading. Astern Behind a vessel. Move in a reverse direction. ATDNSHINC Any time Day or Night Sundays & Holidays Included. Athwartships A direction across the width of a vessel. Average See insurance. Avoirdupois Pound Same as 0.4535924277 kilograms. AWWL Always within Institute Warranties Limits (Insurance purpose). |