EXW Incoterms 2020 — Ex Works
You collect the goods from the seller's door and handle everything else — including export clearance.
EXW
Ex Works
Any mode of transportWhat it means for the buyer
You collect the goods from the seller's door and handle everything else — including export clearance.
Supply chain & cost split
SellerBuyer
- 1Export packagingS
- 2Loading at originB
- 3Pre-carriageB
- 4Export clearanceB
- 5Origin terminal (THC)B
- 6Main carriageB
- 7InsuranceB
- 8Destination terminal (THC)B
- 9Import clearanceB
- 10Delivery & unloadingB
Seller paysBuyer paysRisk passes to buyer
Where the risk transfers
At the seller's premises, the moment the goods are placed at the buyer's disposal (not even loaded).
Who pays for what
| Supply-chain stage | Who pays |
|---|---|
| Export packagingPacking and marking the goods for international transport. | Seller |
| Loading at originLoading the goods onto the first vehicle at the seller's premises. | Buyer |
| Pre-carriageInland transport to the terminal or port of departure. | Buyer |
| Export clearanceExport customs formalities and duties in the origin country. | Buyer |
| Origin terminal (THC)Terminal handling charges at the port or terminal of departure. | Buyer |
| Main carriageThe main international leg — ocean freight or air / road carriage. | Buyer |
| InsuranceCargo insurance covering the main carriage. | Buyer |
| Destination terminal (THC)Terminal handling charges at the arrival port or terminal. | Buyer |
| Import clearanceImport customs clearance, duties and taxes at destination. | Buyer |
| Delivery & unloadingOnward delivery to the final point and unloading. | Buyer |
Frequently asked questions
- Who pays for the main freight under EXW?
- Under EXW (Ex Works) the buyer pays the main carriage / freight.
- When does risk transfer under EXW?
- At the seller's premises, the moment the goods are placed at the buyer's disposal (not even loaded).
- Is EXW suitable for air or container shipments?
- Yes. EXW works for any mode of transport — air, road, rail and containerised sea freight.
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