(kənˈsaɪnmənt nəʊt ) noun. a document containing particulars of goods for shipment and which provides proof that the consignment has been received by the carrier for delivery.
Document accompanying goods that is filled by the shipper. It serves as proof that a contract for carriage has been concluded and describes its content. It also serves as a receipt when goods are picked up from the shipper and delivered to the recipient.
Consignment note: A consignment note, or hazardous waste consignment note (HWCN) is a legally required document that details the transfer of hazardous waste from one party to another. The note must be prepared before any hazardous waste is moved and is required for all movements of hazardous waste.
It serves as proof that a contract for carriage has been concluded and describes its content. It also serves as a receipt when goods are picked up from the shipper and delivered to the recipient.
These notes clarify the procedures for consigning special (hazardous) wastes and also, for certain types of waste, their potential hazardous properties and how they are classified in the EWC.
An invoice is a commercial document that maintains the record of transactions between the buyer and the seller. On the other hand, a consignment note is an export document that serves as evidence of a concluded carriage contract.
A “Consignment Note”, also referred to as a loading list, is a critical document in freight forwarding and logistics. This document is issued by the consignor and contains all essential details of the goods being shipped to the consignee. It serves as proof of receipt when signed by the inland carrier.