2.3 After the order Delivering The shipping advice note Once the goods have been shipped, it is good practice to inform the buyer by letter or email and enclose copies of the transport documents. In addition to the transport documents issued by the carrier, the consignor may also have to prepare a packing list and a shipping advice note. consignee: destinatario consignor: mittente customs declaration: dichiarazione doganale crate: cassa/cassetta packing list: bolla d accompagnamento proceeding: procedura shipment: spedizione The packing list The packing list accompanies the goods and is addressed to the consignee . It is the first step in transport proceedings and is an essential document for customs declarations . A packing list is a commercial document indicating the net and gross weight, the size and the contents of all the pieces, e.g. boxes or crates , in a shipment. It should also include any identifying characteristics, e.g. serial numbers, in the shipment . Each packing list should refer to a specific shipment and the total number of the items should agree with the invoice. A packing list is necessary when the shipment consists of more than one piece and when the customs authorities require it. It is particularly useful because: Referring to the order or invoice it makes it easier for the buyer to identify the contents of each piece. of.../invoice No. ... for... Giving shipment We are pleased to inform you that the goods have details (date of been shipped on board... / shipment, the carrier is... carrier s name or ship s name, date The goods are due to arrive of arrival, special on... packing The goods have been packed conditions, etc.) as per your instructions. Referring to transport documents Please find enclosed copies of Closing (depending on payment terms) Please let us know when you the packing list/bill of lading / CMR / CIM and a copy of the invoice for payment. receive the goods. As soon as we receive payment, we will send you the original documents. it helps to identify a lost cargo, especially for the carrier or in case of insurance claims; it allows for selective inspections by customs authorities; With reference to your order Packing List No. 147/23 Children s Fashion Ltd 5, Liberty Road Denver, Colorado T4L 4T3 October 3rd, 20.. Attention: World Vision Canada Alana Mascoll 1 World Drive Mississauga, Ontario, L5T 2Y4 Box No. DESCRIPTION Size QTY UM 1 Unit value Girls dresses item D32 Gross value M 10 dress 35.00 Boys pants item P24 $ 350.00 S 15 Pairs 20.00 $ 300.00 TOTAL 25 No commercial value Value for custo $ 650.00 m purpose only Not for resale, barte John Smith John Smith Children s Fashion Ltd 180 r or exchange