Legal Definitions - claused bill of lading

A claused bill of lading is a type of bill of lading that contains a notation or clause qualifying the terms of the bill. This means that there is some issue with the goods being shipped, such as damage or a shortage, that is noted on the bill of lading.

For example, if a shipment of electronics is found to have some items damaged during transport, the bill of lading may be marked with a clause indicating the damage. This alerts the recipient of the shipment that there was an issue with the goods and allows them to take appropriate action.

The notation on a claused bill of lading can affect the legal rights and responsibilities of the parties involved in the shipment. It is important to carefully review any clauses or notations on a bill of lading before accepting the shipment.