Definition
A bill of lading issued by a freight forwarder or consolidator to its customer, covering that customer's cargo within a larger consolidated shipment. It sits beneath the master bill of lading that the shipping line issues to the forwarder. The house bill governs the contract between the forwarder and the individual shipper.
Frequently asked questions
What is House Bill of Lading (HBL)?
A bill of lading issued by a freight forwarder or consolidator to its customer, covering that customer's cargo within a larger consolidated shipment. It sits beneath the master bill of lading that the shipping line issues to the forwarder. The house bill governs the contract between the forwarder and the individual shipper.
Which glossary terms are related to House Bill of Lading (HBL)?
House Bill of Lading (HBL) is a documentation term in the South African import/export industry. Related terms in the same area include Air Waybill (AWB), ATA Carnet, Bill of Lading (BoL), Cargo Manifest, Certificate of Conformity — each has its own plain-English definition in the TradeCaravan glossary.