Incoterms 2020

Cargo de demora

A fee levied by carrier or terminal for detention of container or cargo beyond the free time allowed.

Quick answer: A fee levied by carrier or terminal for detention of container or cargo beyond the free time allowed.

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Quick answer

A fee levied by carrier or terminal for detention of container or cargo beyond the free time allowed.

Why it matters

Cargo de demora matters because it supports clear communication in Incoterms 2020 contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Cargo de demora?

In this glossary, Cargo de demora refers to: A fee levied by carrier or terminal for detention of container or cargo beyond the free time allowed.

How is Cargo de demora used in logistics?

In logistics communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "El remitente incurrió en cargo de demora tras permanecer el contenedor más de cinco días gratis en el puerto."

Why does Cargo de demora matter in logistics?

Cargo de demora matters because it supports clear communication in Incoterms 2020 contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

Who uses Cargo de demora?

Cargo de demora is mainly used by Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers.

What category does Cargo de demora belong to?

In this glossary, Cargo de demora is grouped under Incoterms 2020. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO and published by Protermify Logistics as a static logistics reference page.

Definition

A fee levied by carrier or terminal for detention of container or cargo beyond the free time allowed.

Operational example

The shipper incurred demurrage charges after the container remained at port beyond the five‑day free period.

Localized term

Cargo de demora

Localized example

El remitente incurrió en cargo de demora tras permanecer el contenedor más de cinco días gratis en el puerto.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO

Category

Incoterms 2020

Exam relevance

  • FIATA Diploma
  • CILT Certification
  • IATA DGR

Target audience

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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