Third-party billing

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LOG-000223",
  "term": "Third-party billing",
  "field": "Logistics and supply chain",
  "definition": "An arrangement where a party other than the shipper or consignee is responsible for paying the freight charges for a shipment. This occurs when a third party, such as a vendor, distributor, or another logistics provider, assumes the financial obligation for transportation costs. The billing party is typically identified on the bill of lading or other shipping documentation.",
  "subject": "Freight shipping",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/logistics/third-party-billing/"
}