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A is a legally binding document issued by a carrier to a shipper that acknowledges the receipt of cargo for shipment. It serves as a contract of carriage, a receipt for goods, and, in some cases, a document of title that proves ownership. Core Functions

: Confirms the carrier has received the cargo in the specified condition.

According to industry standards from Maersk and Investopedia , a BOL performs three primary roles: