EDI 304 Shipping Instructions Document

What is an EDI 304 Shipping Instructions Document?

An EDI 304 contains shipping instructions for an ocean vessel. This EDI document is used to provide information to a motor carrier for the manifestation of a shipment tendered to it.  

The transaction set can also be used for the following purposes:  

• To provide information for the preparation and distribution of a carriage contract  
• To exchange shipping documents including sea waybill and bill of lading.  
• To provide shipping as well as financial information that is required for the cargo’s operation 
• To provide information that is required for the provision of the requested services 

The data contents and format of EDI 304 Shipping Instructions are used for the electronic interchange of information. It is divided into various segments and data elements.  

Workflow for the Exchange of an EDI 304 Shipping Instructions Document

EDI 304 falls under the category of X12I Transportation transaction set. This EDI document is used by shippers, forwarders, and custom brokers for exchanging information pertaining to ocean carriers. It can also be used alongside other transaction sets to provide data related to ocean carriers. 

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