46 USC 30703 - Bills of lading

(a)

Issuance.—

On demand of a shipper, the carrier shall issue a bill of lading or shipping document.

(b)

Contents.—

The bill of lading or shipping document shall include a statement of—

(1)

the marks necessary to identify the goods;

(2)

the number of packages, or the quantity or weight, and whether it is carrier’s or shipper’s weight; and

(3)

the apparent condition of the goods.

(c)

Prima Facie Evidence of Receipt.—

A bill of lading or shipping document issued under this section is prima facie evidence of receipt of the goods described.