what is f c a

what is f c a (Free Carrier) is an Incoterm (International Commercial Term) used in shipping and logistics to define the responsibilities of the buyer and seller. Under FCA, the seller is responsible for delivering the goods to a specific carrier or location, and the buyer assumes responsibility for the goods from that point onward. FCA is commonly used in international trade and allows flexibility for both parties in terms of where the goods are delivered to the carrier. This term is often used for multimodal transportation.