Glossary


Terms & Glossaries of Shipping and Trading

Ultimate Consignee

The Ultimate Consignee is the party who is the final recipient of a product or shipment.

What is Ultimate Consignee?

The Ultimate Consignee is the person or company that is the final recipient of a product or shipment. This is typically the party that is responsible for receiving and using the product, and may be different from the party that initially placed the order or arranged for the shipment. The Ultimate Consignee is often identified on shipping documents and may be required to provide documentation or identification to receive the shipment.