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[Logistics terms](https://safeandsecure.in/answers/glossary/) · Logistics terms

# What does CFR (Cost and Freight) mean in logistics?

Short answer

Incoterm for sea and inland waterway: the seller clears the goods for export, loads them on board and pays freight to the named destination port, but risk passes to the buyer once the goods are on board at origin.

Common in Indian export pricing. The buyer bears transit risk from loading, so the buyer arranges its own marine insurance. Ask our desk how this applies to your consignment.

Period: General definition. Data as of 29 Sep 2026. [How we count](https://safeandsecure.in/facts/)

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## The numbers behind this answer

**Also called**: CFR, C&F, CNF

**Category**: EXIM & customs

**Related terms**: CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight), FOB (Free On Board), CPT (Carriage Paid To), Incoterms 2020

## Sources

1. [SSL logistics glossary](https://safeandsecure.in/glossary/#incoterm-cfr)

Period: General definition. Data as of 29 Sep 2026.

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## On this site

- [Logistics glossary](https://safeandsecure.in/glossary/#incoterm-cfr)
- [CFR (Cost and Freight): related page](https://safeandsecure.in/tools/incoterms-guide/)

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