Glossary


Terms & Glossaries of Shipping and Trading

Consignor

The individual, company or entity that ships goods, or gives goods to another for care. The consignor is usually the exporter or his agent.

What is Consignor?

A consignor (shipper) is the party that ships the product. They can be a factory, a distribution center, or anyone really that has entered into a contract to ship goods. Typically, the ownership (title) of the goods remains with the consignor until the consignee pays for them in full.