What Are Accessorial Charges?
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What Are Accessorial Charges?
Accessorial charges are additional fees incurred during shipping for services beyond standard freight transportation, such as liftgate services, inside delivery, and reclassification.
Why Are Accessorial Charges Important?
- Prevents Unexpected Costs – Identifies and minimizes extra shipping fees.
- Improves Budgeting – Helps businesses accurately forecast shipping costs.
- Enhances Carrier Cost Comparisons – Ensures accurate rate shopping.
- Reduces Billing Disputes – Prevents incorrect or inflated charges.
Common Accessorial Charges
- Detention Fees – Charged when a truck is held up at loading/unloading.
- Liftgate Service – Applies when a liftgate is required for delivery.
- Inside Delivery – Additional cost for moving freight inside a facility.
- Reweigh/Reclassification – Fees for weight and class discrepancies.
FreightPOP’s Accessorial Charge Management
- Automated Fee Detection – Identify hidden charges before billing.
- Real-Time Rate Comparisons – Optimize shipping by factoring in extra costs.
- Invoice Auditing & Dispute Resolution – Reduce overcharges and recover costs.
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