Cif

/ˈsiːaɪˈɛf/ noun

Definition

An abbreviation for 'cost, insurance, and freight,' a shipping term indicating the seller pays for delivery and insurance to the destination.

Etymology

Acronym from English cost, insurance, and freight; a standardized international trade term used in commerce since the early 20th century.

Kelly Says

CIF is one of the 'Incoterms' (international commerce terms) that traders use worldwide to avoid confusion about who pays for what—it's like a universal contract language for global shipping.

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