In plain English
This names the intended receiver of the goods. It can be an individual or a business. The shipment is addressed to that party for delivery.
In context
Here, "consignee" identifies the person or company that the shipment is being delivered to.
- Situation
- Completing customs, import, export, duty, declaration, and clearance administration
- What it communicates
- identifies the receiving party in the shipping document.
Meaning limits
The term by itself does not say who sent the shipment or who is carrying it.
Examples
“Although Marta packed the crates herself, the consignee was the repair shop in Leeds.”
“The driver contacted the consignee before leaving the pallets at the rear entrance.”