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Incoterms® Reference (2000 / 2010 / 2020)

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Term	Full form	Mode	Version	Summary	More Info

Evolution of Incoterms® Rules

🔹 From Incoterms® 2000 → 2010

Number of terms reduced from 13 to 11.
Removed: DAF, DES, DEQ, DDU.
Added: DAT (Delivered at Terminal) and DAP (Delivered at Place).
Introduced electronic documentation acceptance.
Clear grouping by mode: “Any” vs “Sea & Inland Waterway”.
Defined delivery = transfer of risk more clearly.
Added security clearance obligations for trade compliance.

🔹 From Incoterms® 2010 → 2020

DAT replaced by DPU (Delivered at Place Unloaded).
CIP now requires “All Risks” insurance; CIF keeps minimal coverage.
FCA updated to allow “on-board Bill of Lading” for letter of credit use.
Recognized use of own transport by buyer or seller.
Clearer presentation with cost tables & risk allocation.
Emphasis on security, transparency, and responsibility clarity.

🔹 Summary of Transitions

Version	# of Terms	Added / Replaced	Removed / Renamed	Highlights
2000	13	—	—	Classic terms like DAF, DES, DEQ, DDU used widely
2010	11	+ DAT, + DAP	− DAF, − DES, − DEQ, − DDU	Improved clarity for multimodal and containerized freight
2020	11	DAT → DPU	—	Insurance, on-board B/L, own transport, better cost breakdowns

Note: Incoterms® are maintained by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). For complete, authoritative definitions, refer to the official publication Incoterms® 2020 PDF Guide.

Disclaimer: This page provides simplified guidance for planning and reference only. It is not legal advice. For authoritative definitions refer to the ICC Incoterms® publications.