A standard packing list for international trade, a commercial shipping document that records the contents, weights and dimensions of a consignment. Drafted in neutral form for use by businesses in England & Wales.
How to use this template - Replace every
[SQUARE-BRACKET]field before use. - A packing list is a commercial/logistics document, not a contract. It travels with the goods and is used by freight forwarders, carriers and customs to check the shipment. It should match your commercial invoice but does not show prices. - Keep the description, quantities and weights accurate, discrepancies can cause customs delays.
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PACKING LIST
Exporter / Consignor: [NAME, ADDRESS, COUNTRY] Consignee: [NAME, ADDRESS, COUNTRY] Buyer (if different from consignee): [NAME, ADDRESS]
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Packing List No. | [NUMBER] |
| Date | [DATE] |
| Commercial Invoice No. | [NUMBER] |
| Purchase Order No. | [NUMBER] |
| Country of origin | [COUNTRY] |
| Country of final destination | [COUNTRY] |
| Method of dispatch / carrier | [SEA / AIR / ROAD, vessel/flight/vehicle] |
| Port/airport of loading | [PLACE] |
| Port/airport of discharge | [PLACE] |
| Incoterms® (if used) | [e.g. FOB [PLACE] / CIF [PLACE]] |
Package details
| Pkg / Mark & No. | No. of packages | Type (carton/pallet/crate) | Description of goods | Qty per pkg | Net weight (kg) | Gross weight (kg) | Dimensions (cm) / Volume (m³) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [1] | [ ] | [ ] | [DESCRIPTION] | [ ] | [ ] | [ ] | [ ] |
| [2] | [ ] | [ ] | [DESCRIPTION] | [ ] | [ ] | [ ] | [ ] |
Totals: Total packages: [ ] | Total net weight: [ ] kg | Total gross weight: [ ] kg | Total volume: [ ] m³
Handling / special instructions
[e.g. "Fragile", "Keep dry", "This way up", hazardous goods (UN number) if applicable]
Declaration: We certify that the information above is true and correct, and that the contents of this shipment are as described.
Signed: __________________ Name: [NAME] Position: [TITLE] Date: [DATE] For and on behalf of [COMPANY NAME]
--- This template is a starting point and not legal advice. For customs, export-control or hazardous-goods requirements, take specialist advice. Governing law: England & Wales.