### Question
How is the "F.O.B." defined?


### Answer
The term **F.O.B.** is defined in *7 U.S.C. § 1635a* as follows -

> free on board, regardless of the mode of transportation, at the point of direct shipment by the seller to the buyer

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 1635a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 38-DISTRIBUTION AND MARKETING OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS > SUBCHAPTER II-LIVESTOCK MANDATORY REPORTING > Part A-Purpose; Definitions**

