Quick answer
A packing list can look routine until weights, quantities, marks, descriptions, or package counts do not line up with the LC and other documents.
What the packing list supports
The packing list supports the physical shipment details. It may show package counts, weights, measurements, shipping marks, container references, and goods descriptions.
Common packing list problems
Issues often involve inconsistent package counts, mismatched gross or net weights, missing shipping marks, goods descriptions that drift from the LC, or references that conflict with invoice or transport documents.
Cross-document consistency
Check the packing list against the invoice, bill of lading, certificates, and LC terms. The goal is not perfect repetition; the goal is no apparent conflict.
Pre-bank review value
DLC Co checks the packing list in context with the full document pack so the team can fix likely issues before presentation.
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Related questions
Is a packing list always required under an LC?
Only if the LC requires it or the document package includes it for the transaction.
What packing list details cause LC issues?
Quantities, weights, package counts, marks, descriptions, and document references can create problems when inconsistent.
Should the packing list exactly match the invoice?
It should be consistent with the invoice and LC. Exact wording depends on the documents and credit terms.
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