Definition and Key Rules of DAP

Delivered at Place (DAP) is an Incoterms® 2020 rule where the seller delivers the goods to a specified destination (e.g., warehouse, port, or buyer’s premises) on the arriving transport (without unloading).

Key Features of DAP

1. Delivery Point = Destination: 

The exact location must be agreed (e.g., “DAP 31 West 52nd Street, New York, USA, Incoterms® 2020”).

2. Seller’s Obligations:

• Covers transport costs & risks until arrival (goods remain on transport).

• No unloading required (unlike DPU, where unloading is the seller’s duty).

3. Buyer’s Obligations:

• Handles import clearance & unloading.

• Risk may shift early if the buyer fails to clear goods.

DAP vs. DPU

Term	Unloading Duty	Transport Modes
DAP	Seller not responsible	Sea/Road/Air/Multimodal
DPU	Seller must unload	Same

Risk Transfer

Seller bears risks until delivery at the named place (on transport).

Risk may shift early if the buyer delays customs clearance.

When to Use DAP?

DAP suits buyers who prefer to manage unloading and final logistics.

Whether using DAP or other Incoterms®, LVFUBattery ensures efficient and secure lithium battery shipping, delivering your goods on time and in full compliance worldwide.