Is Switch B/L Legal ?

[Kishan Barai]

My friend Ayush is importing sanitary products from China & send it directly to USA.

He apply the concept of switch B/L

My friend / CHA / FF / NVOCC / Experts every one told me that 'Switch B/L is legal'

But I don't feel it is as .......... COO is stating that goods are of Indian origin.

What is the view point of experts about Switch B/L ?

AI Summary

Switch Bill of Lading: Legal Practice for Concealing Trade Identities Raises Insurance Concerns in International Shipping. A discussion on the legality of 'Switch Bill of Lading' (Switch B/L) involves an Indian party importing goods from China and shipping them directly to the USA, using Switch B/L to conceal the original exporter and importer identities. This practice prevents direct contact between the Chinese and American parties. Participants in the forum, including customs experts and freight forwarders, generally agree that Switch B/L is legal, though it may raise concerns with insurance companies. The process involves issuing a new bill of lading to reflect changes in trading conditions, such as the port of discharge or concealing the cargo's origin.