To identify a party by type of organization, name and code
To specify additional names or those longer than 35 characters in length
To specify the location of the named party
To specify the geographic place of the named party
To identify a person or office to whom communications should be directed
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304Shipping Instructions
This Draft Standard for Trial Use provides the format and establishes the data contents of the Shipment Instructions Transaction Set (304) within the context of an Electronic Data Interchange environment. When this transaction set is transmitted to an ocean carrier, it provides all the information necessary to prepare and distribute a contract of carriage such as an ocean bill of lading, sea waybill, and other shipping documents. When this transaction set is transmitted to a freight forwarder, it provides for the transmission of shipping and financial information required by the forwarder to move cargo and provide the services requested.
To indicate the start of a transaction set and to assign a control number
To transmit basic data relating to shipment information.
To allow for positive identification of transaction set purpose.
To specify the authority for authorizing an action and the date authentication is made
To specify the General Commodity (GC) code and any required special indicators for the shipment.
To specify routing of a beyond point
To convey brokerage, freight forwarder compensation and other compensation information related to shipments.
To transmit identifying numbers and descriptive information as specified by the reference number qualifier
To provide vessel details and voyage number
To transmit vessel scheduling information
To transmit letter of credit details
To specify details related to insurance
To state terms and dates
To specify data required for electronic payment
To specify the currency being used in the transaction set
To specify terms of sale.
To specify pertinent dates and times
To specify the responsibilities and carrier preference
To specify carrier and routing sequences and details
To transmit information in a free-form format, if necessary, for comment or special instruction.
To specify instructions in this business relationship.
To specify special handling instructions in coded or free-form format
To specify the line item in terms of description, quantity, packaging, and marks and numbers.
To transmit information contained on an export license
To transmit import license number and effective dates
To specify applicable certifications and clauses.
To specify additional applicable certifications and clauses
To provide processible supplementary information
To reference a line number in a transaction set.
To specify container information and transportation service to be used
To identify the equipment.
To specify quantity information.
To describe physical dimensions and quantities.
To describe the operating environment of the equipment.
To record seal numbers used and the organization that applied the seals.
To relate equipment type and required temperatures
To specify the name of the person certifying that the shipment complies with the regulations and/or the actual certification.
To specify rate and charges detail relative to a line item including freight charges, advances, special charges, and entitlements
To specify the currency being used in the transaction set
To reference details of the tariff used to arrive at applicable rates or charge
To transmit information contained on an export license
To transmit import license number and effective dates
To transmit identifying numbers and descriptive information as specified by the reference number qualifier
To specify information relative to hazardous material
To specify free-form hazardous material descriptive data in addition to the information provided in segment H1
To specify the hazardous commodity identification reference number and quantity.
To specify the hazardous classification, placard notation and endorsement information.
To specify the hazardous material shipping name and additional descriptive requirements.
To uniquely identify the variable information required by government regulation covering the transportation of hazardous material shipments
To specify the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) information relating to shipments of hazardous material
To specify additional Canadian Transport Goods Directorate requirements covering transportation of dangerous commodities in Canada.
To specify the placard information required by the second government agency when shipment is to cross into another country
To transmit specific hazardous material reference numbers.
To identify a person or office to whom administrative communications should be directed
To specify instructions in this business relationship.
To transmit information in a free-form format, if necessary, for comment or special instruction.
To specify quantity, weight, volume and type of service for a line item including applicable ``quantity/rate-as'' data.
To specify physical measurements or counts, including dimensions, tolerances, variances, and weights (See Figures Appendix for example of use of C001.)
To specify the physical qualities, packaging, weights and dimensions relating to the item.
To specify quantity information.
To describe physical dimensions and quantities.
To specify the name of the person certifying that the shipment complies with the regulations and/or the actual certification.
To specify pricing information
To specify the line item in terms of description, quantity, packaging, and marks and numbers.
To provide lading description beyond what is required for rating and billing purposes.
To transmit identifying numbers and descriptive information as specified by the reference number qualifier
To specify rate and charges detail relative to a line item including freight charges, advances, special charges, and entitlements
To specify the currency being used in the transaction set
To reference details of the tariff used to arrive at applicable rates or charge
To request or identify a service, promotion, allowance, or charge; to specify the amount or percentage for the service, promotion, allowance, or charge
To specify special charge code and the associated monetary amount.
To transmit information contained on an export license
To transmit import license number and effective dates
To specify applicable certifications and clauses.
To specify additional applicable certifications and clauses
To provide processible supplementary information
To specify information relative to hazardous material
To specify free-form hazardous material descriptive data in addition to the information provided in segment H1
To specify the hazardous commodity identification reference number and quantity.
To specify the hazardous classification, placard notation and endorsement information.
To specify the hazardous material shipping name and additional descriptive requirements.
To uniquely identify the variable information required by government regulation covering the transportation of hazardous material shipments
To specify the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) information relating to shipments of hazardous material
To specify additional Canadian Transport Goods Directorate requirements covering transportation of dangerous commodities in Canada.
To specify the placard information required by the second government agency when shipment is to cross into another country
To transmit specific hazardous material reference numbers.
To identify a person or office to whom administrative communications should be directed
To specify the total shipment in terms of weight, volume, rates, charges, advances, and prepaid amounts applicable to one or more line items
To specify physical measurements or counts, including dimensions, tolerances, variances, and weights (See Figures Appendix for example of use of C001.)
To identify the type and transmission of paperwork or supporting information
To provide processible supplementary information
To specify rate and charges detail relative to a line item including freight charges, advances, special charges, and entitlements
To specify the currency being used in the transaction set
To specify the total invoice discounts and amounts
To request or identify a service, promotion, allowance, or charge; to specify the amount or percentage for the service, promotion, allowance, or charge
To specify special charge code and the associated monetary amount.
To specify summary details of total items shipped in terms of quantity, weight, and volume.
To specify information about a specific event
To transmit information in a free-form format, if necessary, for comment or special instruction.
To specify instructions in this business relationship.
To indicate the end of the transaction set and provide the count of the transmitted segments (including the beginning (ST) and ending (SE) segments).
Segment
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To indicate the start of a transaction set and to assign a control number
Elements
Code uniquely identifying a Transaction Set.
Codes (320)- 100Insurance Plan Description
- 101Name and Address Lists
- 102Associated Data
- 103Abandoned Property Filings
- 104Air Shipment Information
- 105Business Entity Filings
- 106Motor Carrier Rate Proposal
- 107Request for Motor Carrier Rate Proposal
- 108Response to a Motor Carrier Rate Proposal
- 109Vessel Content Details
- 110Air Freight Details and Invoice
- 111Individual Insurance Policy and Client Information
- 112Property Damage Report
- 113Election Campaign and Lobbyist Reporting
- 120Vehicle Shipping Order
- 121Vehicle Service
- 124Vehicle Damage
- 125Multilevel Railcar Load Details
- 126Vehicle Application Advice
- 127Vehicle Baying Order
- 128Dealer Information
- 129Vehicle Carrier Rate Update
- 130Student Educational Record (Transcript)
- 131Student Educational Record (Transcript) Acknowledgment
- 132Human Resource Information
- 133Educational Institution Record
- 135Student Aid Origination Record
- 138Educational Testing and Prospect Request and Report
- 139Student Loan Guarantee Result
- 140Product Registration
- 141Product Service Claim Response
- 142Product Service Claim
- 143Product Service Notification
- 144Student Loan Transfer and Status Verification
- 146Request for Student Educational Record (Transcript)
- 147Response to Request for Student Educational Record (Transcript)
- 148Report of Injury, Illness or Incident
- 149Notice of Tax Adjustment or Assessment
- 150Tax Rate Notification
- 151Electronic Filing of Tax Return Data Acknowledgment
- 152Statistical Government Information
- 153Unemployment Insurance Tax Claim or Charge Information
- 154Secured Interest Filing
- 155Business Credit Report
- 157Notice of Power of Attorney
- 158Tax Jurisdiction Sourcing
- 159Motion Picture Booking Confirmation
- 160Transportation Automatic Equipment Identification
- 161Train Sheet
- 163Transportation Appointment Schedule Information
- 170Revenue Receipts Statement
- 175Court and Law Enforcement Notice
- 176Court Submission
- 179Environmental Compliance Reporting
- 180Return Merchandise Authorization and Notification
- 185Royalty Regulatory Report
- 186Insurance Underwriting Requirements Reporting
- 187Premium Audit Request and Return
- 188Educational Course Inventory
- 189Application for Admission to Educational Institutions
- 190Student Enrollment Verification
- 191Student Loan Pre-Claims and Claims
- 194Grant or Assistance Application
- 195Federal Communications Commission (FCC) License Application
- 196Contractor Cost Data Reporting
- 197Real Estate Title Evidence
- 198Loan Verification Information
- 199Real Estate Settlement Information
- 200Mortgage Credit Report
- 201Residential Loan Application
- 202Secondary Mortgage Market Loan Delivery
- 203Secondary Mortgage Market Investor Report
- 204Motor Carrier Load Tender
- 205Mortgage Note
- 206Real Estate Inspection
- 210Motor Carrier Freight Details and Invoice
- 211Motor Carrier Bill of Lading
- 212Motor Carrier Delivery Trailer Manifest
- 213Motor Carrier Shipment Status Inquiry
- 214Transportation Carrier Shipment Status Message
- 215Motor Carrier Pickup Manifest
- 216Motor Carrier Shipment Pickup Notification
- 217Motor Carrier Loading and Route Guide
- 219Logistics Service Request
- 220Logistics Service Response
- 222Cartage Work Assignment
- 223Consolidators Freight Bill and Invoice
- 224Motor Carrier Summary Freight Bill Manifest
- 225Response to a Cartage Work Assignment
- 227Trailer Usage Report
- 228Equipment Inspection Report
- 240Motor Carrier Package Status
- 242Data Status Tracking
- 244Product Source Information
- 245Real Estate Tax Service Response
- 248Account Assignment/Inquiry and Service/Status
- 249Animal Toxicological Data
- 250Purchase Order Shipment Management Document
- 251Pricing Support
- 252Insurance Producer Administration
- 255Underwriting Information Services
- 256Periodic Compensation
- 259Residential Mortgage Insurance Explanation of Benefits
- 260Application for Mortgage Insurance Benefits
- 261Real Estate Information Request
- 262Real Estate Information Report
- 263Residential Mortgage Insurance Application Response
- 264Mortgage Loan Default Status
- 265Real Estate Title Insurance Services Order
- 266Mortgage or Property Record Change Notification
- 267Individual Life, Annuity and Disability Application
- 268Annuity Activity
- 269Health Care Benefit Coordination Verification
- 270Eligibility, Coverage or Benefit Inquiry
- 271Eligibility, Coverage or Benefit Information
- 272Property and Casualty Loss Notification
- 273Insurance/Annuity Application Status
- 274Healthcare Provider Information
- 275Patient Information
- 276Health Care Claim Status Request
- 277Health Care Information Status Notification
- 278Health Care Services Review Information
- 280Voter Registration Information
- 283Tax or Fee Exemption Certification
- 284Commercial Vehicle Safety Reports
- 285Commercial Vehicle Safety and Credentials Information Exchange
- 286Commercial Vehicle Credentials
- 288Wage Determination
- 290Cooperative Advertising Agreements
- 300Reservation (Booking Request) (Ocean)
- 301Confirmation (Ocean)
- 303Booking Cancellation (Ocean)
- 304Shipping Instructions
- 309Customs Manifest
- 310Freight Receipt and Invoice (Ocean)
- 311Canada Customs Information
- 312Arrival Notice (Ocean)
- 313Shipment Status Inquiry (Ocean)
- 315Status Details (Ocean)
- 317Delivery/Pickup Order
- 319Terminal Information
- 322Terminal Operations and Intermodal Ramp Activity
- 323Vessel Schedule and Itinerary (Ocean)
- 324Vessel Stow Plan (Ocean)
- 325Consolidation of Goods In Container
- 326Consignment Summary List
- 350Customs Status Information
- 352Customs Carrier General Order Status
- 353Customs Events Advisory Details
- 354Customs Automated Manifest Archive Status
- 355Customs Acceptance/Rejection
- 356Customs Permit to Transfer Request
- 357Customs In-Bond Information
- 358Customs Consist Information
- 359Customs Customer Profile Management
- 361Carrier Interchange Agreement (Ocean)
- 362Cargo Insurance Advice of Shipment
- 404Rail Carrier Shipment Information
- 410Rail Carrier Freight Details and Invoice
- 412Trailer or Container Repair Billing
- 414Rail Carhire Settlements
- 417Rail Carrier Waybill Interchange
- 418Rail Advance Interchange Consist
- 419Advance Car Disposition
- 420Car Handling Information
- 421Estimated Time of Arrival and Car Scheduling
- 422Equipment Order
- 423Rail Industrial Switch List
- 424Rail Carrier Services Settlement
- 425Rail Waybill Request
- 426Rail Revenue Waybill
- 429Railroad Retirement Activity
- 431Railroad Station Master File
- 432Rail Deprescription
- 433Railroad Reciprocal Switch File
- 434Railroad Mark Register Update Activity
- 435Standard Transportation Commodity Code Master
- 436Locomotive Information
- 437Railroad Junctions and Interchanges Activity
- 440Shipment Weights
- 451Railroad Event Report
- 452Railroad Problem Log Inquiry or Advice
- 453Railroad Service Commitment Advice
- 455Railroad Parameter Trace Registration
- 456Railroad Equipment Inquiry or Advice
- 460Railroad Price Distribution Request or Response
- 463Rail Rate Reply
- 466Rate Request
- 468Rate Docket Journal Log
- 470Railroad Clearance
- 475Rail Route File Maintenance
- 485Ratemaking Action
- 486Rate Docket Expiration
- 490Rate Group Definition
- 492Miscellaneous Rates
- 494Rail Scale Rates
- 500Medical Event Reporting
- 501Vendor Performance Review
- 503Pricing History
- 504Clauses and Provisions
- 511Requisition
- 517Material Obligation Validation
- 521Income or Asset Offset
- 527Material Due-In and Receipt
- 536Logistics Reassignment
- 540Notice of Employment Status
- 561Contract Abstract
- 567Contract Completion Status
- 568Contract Payment Management Report
- 601Customs Export Shipment Information
- 603Transportation Equipment Registration
- 620Excavation Communication
- 625Well Information
- 650Maintenance Service Order
- 715Intermodal Group Loading Plan
- 753Request for Routing Instructions
- 754Routing Instructions
- 805Contract Pricing Proposal
- 806Project Schedule Reporting
- 810Invoice
- 811Consolidated Service Invoice/Statement
- 812Credit/Debit Adjustment
- 813Electronic Filing of Tax Return Data
- 814General Request, Response or Confirmation
- 815Cryptographic Service Message
- 816Organizational Relationships
- 818Commission Sales Report
- 819Joint Interest Billing and Operating Expense Statement
- 820Payment Order/Remittance Advice
- 821Financial Information Reporting
- 822Account Analysis
- 823Lockbox
- 824Application Advice
- 826Tax Information Exchange
- 827Financial Return Notice
- 828Debit Authorization
- 829Payment Cancellation Request
- 830Planning Schedule with Release Capability
- 831Application Control Totals
- 832Price/Sales Catalog
- 833Mortgage Credit Report Order
- 834Benefit Enrollment and Maintenance
- 835Health Care Claim Payment/Advice
- 836Procurement Notices
- 837Health Care Claim
- 838Trading Partner Profile
- 839Project Cost Reporting
- 840Request for Quotation
- 841Specifications/Technical Information
- 842Nonconformance Report
- 843Response to Request for Quotation
- 844Product Transfer Account Adjustment
- 845Price Authorization Acknowledgment/Status
- 846Inventory Inquiry/Advice
- 847Material Claim
- 848Material Safety Data Sheet
- 849Response to Product Transfer Account Adjustment
- 850Purchase Order
- 851Asset Schedule
- 852Product Activity Data
- 853Routing and Carrier Instruction
- 854Shipment Delivery Discrepancy Information
- 855Purchase Order Acknowledgment
- 856Ship Notice/Manifest
- 857Shipment and Billing Notice
- 858Shipment Information
- 859Freight Invoice
- 860Purchase Order Change Request - Buyer Initiated
- 861Receiving Advice/Acceptance Certificate
- 862Shipping Schedule
- 863Report of Test Results
- 864Text Message
- 865Purchase Order Change Acknowledgment/Request - Seller Initiated
- 866Production Sequence
- 867Product Transfer and Resale Report
- 868Electronic Form Structure
- 869Order Status Inquiry
- 870Order Status Report
- 871Component Parts Content
- 872Residential Mortgage Insurance Application
- 873Commodity Movement Services
- 874Commodity Movement Services Response
- 875Grocery Products Purchase Order
- 876Grocery Products Purchase Order Change
- 877Manufacturer Coupon Family Code Structure
- 878Product Authorization/De-authorization
- 879Price Information
- 880Grocery Products Invoice
- 881Manufacturer Coupon Redemption Detail
- 882Direct Store Delivery Summary Information
- 883Market Development Fund Allocation
- 884Market Development Fund Settlement
- 885Retail Account Characteristics
- 886Customer Call Reporting
- 887Coupon Notification
- 888Item Maintenance
- 889Promotion Announcement
- 890Contract & Rebate Management Transaction
- 891Deduction Research Report
- 893Item Information Request
- 894Delivery/Return Base Record
- 895Delivery/Return Acknowledgment or Adjustment
- 896Product Dimension Maintenance
- 920Loss or Damage Claim - General Commodities
- 924Loss or Damage Claim - Motor Vehicle
- 925Claim Tracer
- 926Claim Status Report and Tracer Reply
- 928Automotive Inspection Detail
- 940Warehouse Shipping Order
- 943Warehouse Stock Transfer Shipment Advice
- 944Warehouse Stock Transfer Receipt Advice
- 945Warehouse Shipping Advice
- 947Warehouse Inventory Adjustment Advice
- 980Functional Group Totals
- 990Response to a Load Tender
- 993Secured Receipt or Acknowledgment
- 996File Transfer
- 997Functional Acknowledgment
- 998Set Cancellation
- 999Implementation Acknowledgment
