FOB Shipping Explained: What Every Australian Importer Needs to Know
FOB. Three letters that can make or break your landed cost calculation. If you've ever received a supplier quote marked 'FOB Shanghai' or 'FOB Guangzhou' and wondered exactly what you're agreeing to — this guide is for you. We break down what FOB means, who pays for what, when risk transfers, how it affects your Australian customs duty, and how it stacks up against CIF and EXW.
