There are 34 required tariff rules in every tariff published by DPI. Sub-rules are permitted, for more specific items. In most tariffs, key rule numbers to remember are highlighted in red.
  1. Scope
  2. Application of Rates and Charges
  3. Rate Applicability Rule
  4. Heavy Lift
  5. Extra Length
  6. Minimum Bill of Lading Charges
  7. Payment of Freight Charges
  8. Bill(s) of Lading
  9. Freight Forwarder Compensation
  10. Surcharges and Arbitraries
  11. Minimum Quantity Rates
  12. Ad Valorem Rates
  13. Transshipment
  14. Co-Loading in Foreign Commerce
  15. Open Rates in Foreign Commerce
  16. Hazardous Cargo
  17. Green Salted Hides in Foreign Commerce
  18. Returned Cargo in Foreign Commerce
  19. Shippers Requests in Foreign Commerce
  20. Overcharge Claims
  21. Use of Carrier Equipment
  22. Automobile Rates in Domestic Offshore Commerce
  23. Carrier Terminal Rules and Charges
  24. NVOCCs in Foreign Commerce: Bonds and Agents
  25. Certification of Shipper Status in Foreign Commerce
  26. Time/Volume Rates in Foreign Commerce
  27. Loyalty Contracts in Foreign Commerce
  28. Definitions
  29. Symbols
  30. Access to Tariff Information
  31. Seasonal Discontinuance
  32. Military Cargo Terms
  33. Project Rates
  34. Terminal Tariffs

Rule Nos. 35 through 99 are reserved for FMC's future requirements

Rule Nos. 100 through 999 may be used by Carriers for optional rules, however these must clearly fall outside the definitions set forth in rule nos. 1-34.

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