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How far is the carrier liable under CMR?

Enter the weight and the value of the goods.

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€The rate changes daily — the current one is on the IMF website.

Not covered by CMR

€206,744

The cargo: €400,000

  • The carrier is liable up to€193,256
  • Left uncovered€206,744

The amount above the carrier's limit is covered only by cargo insurance.

How it is calculated

Limit = gross weight (kg) × 8.33 SDR × SDR rate (CMR art. 23(3)). Above this limit the carrier is not liable, except for wilful misconduct or a declared value. The current SDR rate is on the IMF website. The calculation is illustrative.

The calculation is illustrative; the SDR rate changes daily.

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