CIF vs CIP

Definition

CIF is sea-only; CIP applies to any mode (air, sea, road); both transfer risk earlier than DDP.

How it appears in merch sourcing

"CIF vs CIP" comes up regularly in B2B procurement conversations, especially when negotiating quality, customs, or sustainability terms with suppliers across our 6 served countries (Armenia, Cyprus, Georgia, Serbia, Turkey, UAE). Knowing this term lets you specify exactly what you need and avoid ambiguous wording that leads to scope creep.

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