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- Freight: An additional charge imposed on top of the regular freight charge to compensate for unusual local conditions. This can be due to factors such as difficult terrain, special handling requirements, or other extraordinary circumstances that necessitate extra effort or cost.
- Carrier: A fixed amount agreed upon and accepted by a carrier when dividing joint rates. This is used to simplify the calculation and distribution of charges when multiple carriers are involved in the transportation of goods.