GENERAL CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

1. In order to use MDB of New York Seafreight Service cargo must be boxed or crated and labeled for the shipping purpose (name, address, city, country & phone#). Certain restrictions may apply.
2. Rates are subject to minor variance and should be confirmed when booking. NOTICE: CONFIRMED FREIGHT RATES ARE VALID WITHIN 10 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THE BOOKING. If payment is received after 10 days from the date of the booking, then our final invoice will indicate the current rates published on-line.
3. All rates are in U.S. Dollars on FOB basis (Incoterms: Free on Board). FINAL PRICE is subject to certified weight and dimensions.
4. Terminal to terminal ocean freight rates are on basis of w/m - weight or measure and subject to w/m verification. For most destinations the 45 lbs rule will apply: 1 cubic foot = 45 lbs. However, for some destinations w/m may vary.
5. Pickup charges are based on chargeable cargo weight and subject to actual or dimensional weight verification. Whichever is greater: (Length x Width x Height in inches) : 250 =Charegeable Weight in Pounds.
6. Destination Charges: Rates include origin handling charges, fuel surcharge and currency adjustment but subject to all applicable destination charges (customs clearance, destination handling charges, delivery etc). ALL DESTINATION CHARGES PAYABLE ON CONSIGNEE’S ACCOUNT.
7. Hazardous, Perishable or Over-length (longer than 3.65m / 12ft) and other special or irregular cargo/goods are subject to surcharges and accepted after approval and rate confirmation only.
8. PACKAGING: MDB of New York does not provide packing service. Boxes, packing tape and other shipping supplies can be purchased from any local office supply or shipping retail center Mailboxes, Parcel Plus, Sams Club, Costco or Office Supply store. We recommend proper cartons of strength minimum 150 lbs.
9. WOODPACKING RESTRICTIONS - Woodpacking restrictions apply to some countries.
10. ONE BUSINESS DAY is required to execute complete scheduling. Beyond areas may require of extended notification. ATTEMPTED PICKUP - One business day advance notification for pickup scheduling changing is required to prevent $75 attempted pickup charge.