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

# What does EXW (Ex Works) mean in logistics?

Short answer

Incoterm for any mode: the seller makes the goods available at its premises, not loaded and not cleared for export; the buyer bears all costs and risks from there.

Awkward for Indian exports, because the Indian exporter still has to be the exporter on the shipping bill. FCA at the seller’s premises is usually the better choice. 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**: EXW, ex-factory

**Category**: EXIM & customs

**Related terms**: FCA (Free Carrier), DDP (Delivered Duty Paid), Shipping bill, Incoterms 2020

## Sources

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

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

## Related questions

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- [What does FOB (Free On Board) mean in logistics?](https://safeandsecure.in/answers/what-does-fob-free-on-board-mean-in-logistics/)

## On this site

- [Logistics glossary](https://safeandsecure.in/glossary/#incoterm-exw)
- [EXW (Ex Works): related page](https://safeandsecure.in/tools/incoterms-guide/)

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