DPUIncoterms 2020
Delivered at Place Unloaded
Seller delivers and unloads the goods at the named destination; buyer clears imports.
DPU replaces DAT from Incoterms 2010. It is the only Incoterms rule that requires the seller to unload the goods at the named destination.
The seller bears cost and risk to the destination and assumes responsibility for safe unloading. Because of the unloading obligation, DPU should only be used when the seller has the means (or access to equipment) to unload at that location.
If unloading is the buyer's responsibility, use DAP instead.
Who is responsible for what
- Cost
- Seller pays all costs to the named destination, including unloading.
- Risk
- Transfers after unloading at the destination.
- Insurance
- Not obligatory.
- Duties
- Seller for export, buyer for import.
When to use
Terminal-to-terminal shipments where the seller can control unloading at destination.
Transport modes
air, sea, road, courier
FAQ
- How is DPU different from DAP?
- Under DAP the buyer unloads; under DPU the seller unloads. DPU is the only Incoterm that requires the seller to unload.
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