国际商务函电：Chapter 10.pdfVIP

the classification of packing and marking; guidelines of packing and marking; guidelines for stipulating packing clauses; how to compose packing related business letters; how to use the common expressions in this type of letter. Overview Packing is of particular importance in international trade because goods have to travel long distances before reaching their destination. It is proper packing that can not only serve as a form of protection, but also facilitate loading, unloading and stowage, and prevent pilferage. Furthermore it can promote sales. Marking of Goods Markings play an important role in identification and proper handling of consignments during transportation and process of loading and unloading. Markings serve as  shipping marks: the identification for different consignments.  caution reminders  warning and indicative marks: instructions for handling the consignment. Packing Requirement Requirements for packing vary according to the differences of the natures and characters of commodities. According to CISG, the seller should deliver goods which are contained or packaged in the manner required by the contract. The packages should be fit for any particular purpose expressly or impliedly made known to the seller at the time of the conclusion of the contract, except where the circumstances show that the buyer did not rely, or that it was unreasonable for him to rely on the seller’s skill and judgment. A guideline for writing packing related letters (1) The instructions and requirements need to be clear and detailed for easy and possible handling. (2) For any instructions, it is better to have them stipulated as clauses in contracts or orders. (3) The stipulation of the packing clauses needs to be specific and definite to avoid any future disputes. (4) The rights and obligations of the buyer and the seller, especially the clause of whic