incoterm carriage paid to

incoterm carriage paid to Incoterm Carriage Paid To (CPT) means the seller is responsible for delivering the goods to a named destination and pays the freight cost to get them there. However, risk transfers to the buyer once the goods are handed over to the carrier. CPT is one of the 2020 Incoterms defined by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and is used in international trade contracts. It provides clarity on responsibility for transportation, cost, and risk, making it suitable for various shipment types.