Bills of lading

On demand of a shipper, the carrier shall issue a bill of lading or shipping document. the marks necessary to identify the goods; the number of packages, or the quantity or weight, and whether it is carrier’s or shipper’s weight; and the apparent condition of the goods. A bill of lading or shipping document issued under this section is prima facie evidence of receipt of the goods described. The bill of lading or shipping document shall include a statement of— (Source: (Pub. L. 109–304, § 6(c), Oct. 6, 2006, 120 Stat. 1516.))